Technical Blog
Read guidance on DfAM, qualification evidence, inspection planning, alloy selection, and bridge production strategy.
2026-09-04
A scenario guide for procurement admins and engineers trying to decide between Velo3D metal 3D printing, an HGTech laser cutting machine, and mixed searches around CO2 laser treatment for the face.
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Should a small shop buy a Velo3D Sapphire metal 3D printer or work with a qualified service bureau? A metal AM engineer compares cost, qualification, and design readiness.
Read article →2026-09-03
A quality inspector compares engineering-grade vs. quick-turn 3D printing services: what to check before ordering metal parts, why Velo3D's SpaceX and Anduril track record matters, and when a laser cutter is the better call.
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When does a Velo3D Sapphire 3D printer make sense, and when should you stick with precision CNC machining? A Tulsa, OK shop owner who runs both breaks down the scenarios—including how accurate CNC turning really is and what 'toughest 3D printing material' actually means.
Read article →2026-09-02
A procurement manager's cost analysis of Velo3D vs GE Additive metal AM platforms. Six years of data, one unexpected conclusion about sticker price, support-free design, and defense deadlines.
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A practical, scenario-based guide to choosing between the Velo3D Sapphire metal 3D printer, an HSG press brake, and the overmolding injection molding process for rush orders. Includes the honest answer to 'can 3D printers print from photos?'
Read article →2026-08-31
A purchasing administrator's honest FAQ about Velo3D, the SpaceX and Anduril supplier label, pipe or burring reamer post-processing, a CO2 laser in Tijuana, and whether a fiber laser is worth it.
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An admin buyer's practical comparison of Velo3D metal 3D printing vs conventional machining: design complexity, cost, qualification, and shop-floor terms like reamers and laser cutting machines.
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A practical checklist for engineers and procurement leads evaluating metal additive manufacturing systems like Velo3D under tight timelines. Covers qualification records, post-processing, risk planning, and common misconceptions.
Read article →2026-08-31
How to evaluate metal 3D printing, laser sheet metal cutting, and CNC machining as a purchasing manager. A practical checklist with questions to ask suppliers.
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