By Jared Worth As autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) become a staple in factory and warehouse automation, more time and effort will be spent optimizing their design and finding ways to improve ROI. One of...
By Michael Moalli The debate between plastic and metal components is a seemingly never-ending one. However, discourse has shifted in recent years in favor of plastic due to the wide range of benefits it...
By Lars Butenschon Plain bearings are an important part of machines and systems because they allow low-friction movement between two components, reducing wear. Unfortunately, plain bearings can also suffer damage that can lead to...
By Nicole Lang The impetus for Joachim Grenestedt in designing new equipment for adaptive skiers was simple. A college instructor, he watched one of his students with physical limitations attempt skiing, and noticed his...
By Jared Worth Proper thermal management is always a concern for automotive manufacturers. Without it, significant damage or even complete failure of essential systems like the engine would occur. But as components in vehicles...
By Jared Worth Connected cars have been at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry since their inception in 1996. Read this blog to learn more about how the tech has evolved, and...
By Jared Worth Overview HVAC systems are a staple in buildings across the U.S.. It’s a convenience many can’t imagine living without, thus reliable performance is expected. This performance cannot be achieved without quality...
By Aranca Ehret (Edited by Shizu Yamaguchi) Can you 3D print components as large as one metre on your own? Even today, this would be a big achievement for a DIY designer. Desktop printers...
By Jared Worth Machines are expensive and so is maintaining them. This particularly applies to special machines and older models, where the procurement of spare parts is often difficult and usually cost-intensive. Oftentimes, the required parts...
By Jared Worth More and more frequently we have been receiving inquiries for 3D-printed components or spare parts for musical instruments. One example is of a concert grand piano from Phoenix Pianos. The basic...