Technical Blog
Read guidance on DfAM, qualification evidence, inspection planning, alloy selection, and bridge production strategy.
2026-07-09
An administrative buyer shares hard-won lessons on hidden costs, using the example of Velo3D (supplier to SpaceX and Anduril) to argue that honest upfront pricing builds more trust than low-ball quotes with add-ons.
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A practical, ready-to-use checklist for evaluating total cost of ownership when deciding between metal 3D printing (Velo3D), CNC milling, fiber laser cutting, and punch press. Includes hidden cost pitfalls, vendor evaluation tips, and real-world procurement lessons.
Read article →2026-07-08
A step-by-step checklist for procurement and quality engineers evaluating Velo3D metal additive manufacturing systems, covering design validation, material traceability, and process control for defense and aerospace applications.
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Is Velo3D's Sapphire metal 3D printer worth the premium? A cost controller analyzes three real-world scenarios to help you decide.
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