Dear Nadra,
Many things are happening in Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping. Keeping on top of these changes and advances can be difficult and time consuming. This newsletter is intended to help all of our valued relationships keep on top of our industry as it advances. We look forward to any comments you may have. Please enjoy and feel free to share this with a colleague. |
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Industry News: User Group Evolution |
 The 3D Systems Users Group is coming up next month. We will be there to observe all of the new and exciting things happening. Some highly anticipated programs are the hands on Certificate Programs being offered. These steps towards developing unity and consistency in our industry illustrate how these technologies are moving towards the production floor.
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Technology Update: U Print! |
 Stratasys released a new machine under the Dimension group called the uPrint. The 'uPrint' is the smallest commercial machine to use the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology. The new model stands only 2.5' tall, has a 26" x 26" footprint, and features an 8" x 6" x 6" build area. It uses the ABSplus™ material and builds in 0.01" layer thickness. The maximum build size is 203 x 152 x 152 mm (8 x 6 x 6 in). |
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Case Study: RP & DM at Boeing |
 The Direct Digital Manufacturing Tech Group of the SME/RTAM will be providing a Free Webinar February 19th at 3PM Eastern Time. Brian Hastings, of the Boeing Company, will be delivering this presentation. It aims to clearly define the differences between an RP and DM environment, identify the path from RP to DM in their company, and uncover potential engineering, quality, business and logistics issues which might be encountered while trying to convert an RP company into a DM company or RP/DM hybrid. Register Now for Free Webinar |
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Of Special Interest |
 Everyday it seems there are more cut backs and layoffs. Met-L-Flo Inc. understands how difficult these economic times are. Our staff has been directed to double-check every client request to make sure the best possible options for each program's requirements are being evaluated. We regret that this may on occasion cause more questions about your program. It is our feeling this will continue to ensure the highest level of return on investment our clients can get. You can be assured that we will be doing our part to help everyone make it through these trying times. |
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Give Us Your Feedback |
We would like to hear your comments. Please provide any feedback to newsletter@met-l-flo.com. You are also encouraged to ask us any questions you may have about topics included in this newsletter or regarding our industry in general. |
