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Looking for a high-precision, cost-effective solution for medical device manufacturing? Injection molding delivers accuracy, regulatory compliance, and scalability for healthcare innovations. It is a process used to manufacture a wide range of medical devices, from catheters and syringes to surgical instruments and implantable components. This highly precise and efficient method is essential for producing parts […]
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This article was revised by Tessa Axsom in September 2023 Even in 2023, with the rising popularity of model-based definitions, engineering drawings are still a great way to communicate design intent for CNC machined parts that require tight tolerances, material specifications, or other special requirements. That’s why many Fictiv customers in the robotics, aerospace, automotive, […]
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Note: This article is based on a previously published version by Sylvia Wu and has been updated to reflect Fictiv’s current capabilities, as well as 2022 innovations. When designing a product for the consumer market, industrial usage, or aerospace industry, how the product looks, feels, and functions is critical. Color, material and finish (CMF) are […]
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Before the invention of CNC (Computer Numerical Control), machinists relied solely on 2D engineering drawings to determine machining steps and parameters. Manufacturing has come a long way since then, thanks to precise 3D modeling and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) programs. In 2022, we’re fortunate to be able to import solid 3D models into a CNC […]
