Its the Future of Manufacturing
3D printing offers companies a versatile and efficient method to fulfill orders, particularly useful for custom and low-volume production.
This technology allows businesses to design, iterate, and produce products much faster than traditional manufacturing methods.
It also reduces waste by using only the amount of material needed for each item, supporting more sustainable production practices. Additionally, 3D printing can dramatically lower transportation costs and streamline supply chains since production can be localized, even onsite.
This adaptability makes 3D printing an increasingly popular choice among businesses looking to innovate and improve their production and distribution efficiency.
Eco-Friendly Plastics
At MakeMe, we are dedicated to providing sustainable, high-quality products, and that starts with our choice of materials. We exclusively use PolyTerra™ PLA, an eco-friendly bioplastic designed to revolutionize 3D printing.
PolyTerra™ PLA is engineered to degrade faster than regular PLA under specific industrial composting conditions, making it a step forward in reducing the environmental impact of 3D printing materials. While it won’t degrade if simply discarded in nature, its advanced formula ensures that it can be efficiently processed in composting facilities. Every spool of PolyTerra™ PLA comes in a recycled cardboard box and spool, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability from production to packaging.
Step 1
Designing the Model
The first step in the 3D printing process involves creating a digital design of the object to be printed. This is typically done using computer-aided design (CAD) software, which allows designers to construct detailed 3D models.
The design must be meticulously planned and structured because it directly influences the quality and detail of the final product.
Step 2
Slicing the Model
Before printing can begin, the digital model needs to be 'sliced' into hundreds or thousands of horizontal layers which translates the 3D model into specific instructions (G-code) for the 3D printer.
The software allows users to adjust settings such as layer height and fill density, which affect the print’s strength, weight, and material usage.
Step 3
Printing the Object
It's time to start the 3D printer. The printer reads the G-code and begins to heat the filament, plastic material, until it reaches a semi-liquid form and then extrudes it onto the print bed, where it cools and solidifies.
This process is repeated layer by layer, adhering each new layer on top of the previous one until the entire object is completed.
Step 4
Post-Processing
After printing, most 3D printed objects require some degree of post-processing, which can vary depending on the type of printer and material used.
This step involves cleaning off any support material used during printing, Post-processing is crucial for achieving the desired aesthetics and functionality of the 3D printed item, making it ready for practical use or further manufacturing stages.
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