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3-axis CNC machining is a manufacturing process in which cutting tools move along three linear axes (X, Y, and Z) to remove material from a workpiece. It’s the most common type of CNC machining, ideal for producing simple to moderately complex parts with flat surfaces, pockets, and basic contours. 3-axis CNC machining is a powerful, […]
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Gravity casting, commonly referred to as permanent mold casting, creates parts by filling reusable molds with gravity-fed molten metal. This process sits in a middle ground between sand casting and die casting in terms of tooling cost, surface finish, dimensional repeatability, and production efficiency. It delivers better quality parts than sand casting without the volume […]
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Casting enables the efficient production of complex metal parts, but it also introduces a distinct set of quality challenges. Unlike machined parts, cast components are formed by the flow and solidification of molten metal—meaning defects can appear as a result of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and material behavior. Understanding casting defects is critical for engineers […]
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Cleanroom manufacturing is the production of components in a controlled environment where airborne particles, temperature, humidity, and contamination are strictly regulated according to ISO 14644 standards. Manufacturing in a cleanroom is essential when even microscopic contamination can cause product failure. Cleanrooms allow manufacturing processes like injection molding and CNC machining to be carried out under […]
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Prototyping lead time is often framed as a simple question: “How long will it take to get my part?” In reality, the answer is rarely determined by machine time alone. A prototype expected in days can easily take weeks—not because of production constraints, but because of delays in quoting, design iteration, manufacturability feedback, and supplier […]
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A Complete Guide to Sheet Metal Fabrication: Design, Manufacturing & Welding Taking your sheet metal projects from concept to production with Fictiv’s all-in-one resource bundle. Whether you’re optimizing manufacturability, perfecting design details, or improving weld integrity, this content stack brings together three expert-authored guides – each focused on a different critical phase of the process. […]
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Gas-assisted injection molding (GAIM) overcomes the challenges of thick-wall molding by using pressurized nitrogen gas to form hollow channels within the part and displace molten resin in its thick areas. This method can add integrity to the exterior surfaces while reducing material usage and cooling cycles. Engineers designing thick-walled or structurally reinforced plastic parts are […]
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Join Paul Lunn, Fictiv’s Product Director for Injection Molding, and David Hutton, Senior Editor at PlasticsToday, for a candid look at why injection molding has long been a blind spot for engineering and sourcing teams—and how that’s changing. You’ll learn: The digital tools making the biggest impact on engineers How Fictiv’s platform is reinventing tooling […]
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During Fictiv’s expert webinar Inside the Digital Tool Bench: How to Engineer for Mold Success From Day One, hosted by PlasticsToday, audience members asked our panelists a wide range of practical questions on injection molding, digital DFM tools, and manufacturing best practices. Our panel included: Here are some of the top audience questions and answers […]
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On Demand
In this expert-level webinar, three of Fictiv’s top injection molding experts break down how modern DFM tools, simulation workflows, and digital traceability are revolutionizing mold production. Learn how to use CAD packages and comprehensive DFM feedback to your best advantage, manage tooling progress through a digital-first interface, and take the steps to ensure injection mold […]
