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An A to Z Guide of 3D Printing Terminology

Published: 07/24

For the layman, we imagine 3D printing to be simple. It's the same as opening a document and hitting print, right? In reality, 3D printing is immensely technical and requires considerable knowledge to create, set up, and finish a complete 3D printing product. This blog explores some of the most ...

Digital Manufacturing

How Have Aluminium Mould Tools Reshaped the Manufacturing Industry?

Published: 07/24

Injection moulding dates back to the 1920s when a man named John Wesley Hyatt used celluloid (an early plastic) in a mould and used heat and pressure. This was the first injection moulding machine, and out popped the first ever injection moulded part. It wasn’t until the 1940s, when World War II ...

Digital Manufacturing

Aerospace Manufacturing in 2024

Published: 07/24

In 2024, a joint survey from the RAeS and digital manufacturing experts, Protolabs, revisited a 2023 questionnaire on the top concerns and issues for those in aerospace manufacturing. One year on, what were the fresh findings of this updated industry snapshot? TIM ROBINSON FRAeS reports.

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How to Reinforce Parts with Support Features and Durable Materials

Published: 07/24

Build strength into your part design by incorporating strategic support features and selecting the right thermoplastics

Digital Manufacturing

Handlesmart & Southco: Helping to get a handle on the fight against Covid-19

Published: 06/24

HandleSmart is an innovative self-cleaning door handle proven to kill 99% of germs. Originally developed in response to poor handwashing practices, it is now playing an important role in helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Bonding & Assembly

USING FASTENING AND POSITIONING TECHNOLOGIES TO SOLVE NEW CHALLENGES IN LIGHTING DESIGN

Published: 06/24

by Todd Schwanger, Commercial Product Manager, Southco, Inc.

Bonding & Assembly

NEW CHALLENGES IN OFF-HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT DESIGN

Published: 06/24

by Bob Straka, General Manager, Transportation, Southco, Inc

Bonding & Assembly

LIGHTWEIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR IMPROVING AIRCRAFT INTERIOR DESIGN

Published: 06/24

by Rachel Kane, Content Marketing Strategist, Southco, Inc.

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Injection Moulding Defects and How to Prevent Them

Published: 06/24

In the world of injection moulding, overlooking proper mould design and maintenance can lead to defects that can ultimately wreak havoc on your production processes and end product quality.

Digital Manufacturing

The Difference Between Jigs and Fixtures

Published: 06/24

Jigs or fixtures? The two terms are easy to confuse. You’ll often find them paired together and despite sharing similar functions, the two are not interchangeable. Let’s learn the subtle differences between these manufacturing tools by examining how they are used to improve manufacturing quality, ...

Digital Manufacturing

Resin 3D Printing: Use Cases and Key Benefits

Published: 06/24

Many people in the manufacturing industry associate the term “rapid prototyping” with the invention of stereolithography (SLA). First commercialised in 1986, this resin-based printing process soon became a favourite of product developers looking for fast and accurate 3D models of their designs.

Digital Manufacturing

Design Considerations for Last Mile Delivery Systems

Published: 06/24

The advent of ecommerce and the investments to expand the next-day/same-day delivery model perfected by industry leaders has enabled a major increase in direct-to-home and direct-to-business delivery channels.

Bonding & Assembly

A Guide To Monitor Mounts

Published: 06/24

by Stewart Beck, Global Product Manager, Southco, Inc.

Bonding & Assembly

An A-Z Guide to CNC Machining Technology

Published: 05/24

CNC machining where precision meets innovation. In this blog, we'll explore the macroscopic number of technical terms that shape the landscape of CNC machining and dismantle them - to gain a true understanding of their meaning.

Digital Manufacturing

Robotics and automation: what lies ahead?

Published: 05/24

The UK is the 8th largest manufacturing nation, however, the UK comes in at number 25 on the robot density league table. What are the barriers to adoption and what opportunities does robotics and automation open up?

Digital Manufacturing

How a Modified Just-in-Time Manufacturing Approach Evolved for Supply Chains

Published: 05/24

Remember the news coverage a while back showing cargo and container ships near the ports? Some of which were at dock loading or unloading and others were anchored off the coast for days on end?

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How Much Does 3D Printing Cost? Key Factors to Consider

Published: 05/24

No one wants to spend more money than necessary on parts development. Customers often think their choice of material has the biggest effect on cost, but while material does have some influence, the main cost drivers for additive parts are build time and finishing time.

Digital Manufacturing

Read Southco’s NEW Renewables Flyer!

Published: 04/24

Read Southco’s NEW Renewables Flyer! When designing critical infrastructure, access hardware is a crucial consideration. Products chosen to secure doors, seal panels, and position access points can influence the overall performance, security, and usability of an application. These needs are met ...

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Pets Travelling First Class with the Help of Southco’s Access Hardware Solutions

Published: 04/24

Working as a team, Dog&Drive with Southco’s help have created a market-leading folding-stair application to aid in the transportation of animals – ensuring the ease and comfort of both the animals and their owners remain at the forefront of its ethos.

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The Route to Success: Critical Factors for Achieving Sustainable Mobility

Published: 04/24

?Sustainable Mobility can be defined in many ways. Is it a concept for transforming how we transport from an ecological standpoint? Is it taking into account the accessibility of travel with a particular focus on more vulnerable people within society? All are correct, and whilst some may debate the ...

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Understanding Injection Moulding Tolerances

Published: 04/24

While injection moulding is a relatively precise process, there may be very slight variations between your design and your finished part. Tolerance is the range of deviation in specifications that still allows your part to function as needed. This is especially important when your project involves ...

Digital Manufacturing

Comparing the Cost between Injection Moulding and 3D Printing

Published: 04/24

Applications for 3D printing are expanding rapidly in response to new materials, technologies and secondary processes announced seemingly daily. We now see additive manufacturing being used for not only prototyping, but also production parts to reduce assemblies and fabricate complex geometries.

Digital Manufacturing

Lab Equipment Access Technology Enhances Ergonomics and Productivity

Published: 03/24

Today’s clinical research labs use a wide range of automated tools to perform their vital tasks, including large-scale centrifuges, high-speed liquid sampling systems, storage refrigerators and other equipment. Significant growth rates are projected for these types of systems, with the global lab ...

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How can design firms get the best from their manufacturing partnership?

Published: 03/24

You’re a design firm. You have engineering expertise. You have the know-how. Now, you need access to the technology to bring your part to life. So, how do you choose a manufacturing partner? And how do you ensure you get the most out of that relationship?

Digital Manufacturing

Unveiling the Secrets: The Anatomy of a Mould Tool

Published: 03/24

?Have you ever wondered what an injection mould tool consists of? Explore our comprehensive guide to learn more about the ins and outs of mould tool anatomy.

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