February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 | The Essentium TeamWhat Makes a 3D Printer Filament ESD-Safe?Preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD) events that can damage sensitive electronic components during manufacturing is primarily accomplished through the use of tools, clothes, covers, trays, and grippers made of ESD-safe materials. This article discusses the scientific principles behind what gives a 3D printer filament ESD-safe properties, and why Essentium’s materials are the best choice for your […] Read More
February 15, 2022February 14, 2022 | The Essentium Team3D Printing ESD-Safe Jigs & FixturesElectrostatic discharge (ESD) is the sudden transfer of an electric charge from one object to another. While not dangerous to people, these tiny shocks can ruin sensitive electronic equipment such as printed circuit boards (PCB) and microchips. This article explores how you can solve many of the problems associated with traditional methods of 3D printing […] Read More
February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 | The Essentium TeamProduce ESD-Safe Tools More Quickly & Affordably with Additive ManufacturingWhen it comes to producing small quantities of just about any tool used on the factory floor, additive manufacturing (AM) beats subtractive manufacturing hands down. This article reviews how Essentium’s High Speed Extrusion (HSE™) 3D Printing Platform, and Z Collection of ESD-safe materials can overcome the challenges to equipping your assembly lines and workers with […] Read More
February 3, 2022February 4, 2022 | The Essentium Team5+ 3D Printing Sustainability Trends in 2022In Essentium’s recent third-party study about 3D printing trends, manufacturers were asked to indicate how vital 3D printing is to their sustainability initiatives. One hundred percent of the respondents said it is important, and more than 75 percent said it is “very” important. This confidence reveals that 3D printing sustainability efforts will be crucial as […] Read More