Myth: Highest Resolution Always Means Best Part In additive manufacturing, higher resolution is often associated with better quality, but this assumption can be misleading. While finer layer heights can improve surface finish, they also significant... Mar 24, 2026
Small Parts Still Need Thermal Management One of the most persistent misconceptions in metal additive manufacturing is that thermal management only matters for large parts. In reality, small geometries can be even more vulnerable to thermal d... Feb 18, 2026
Multi-Laser Printing: Speed Gains Without Sacrificing Precision The demand for faster production in metal 3D printing has pushed machine builders to think bigger, and multi-laser systems are the result. By splitting the workload across two, four, or even more lase... Dec 1, 2025
More Lasers ≠ Better Prints: Why Calibration is King In the world of metal additive manufacturing, the industry often equates “more” with “better.” More lasers must mean faster prints and higher quality, right? Not exactly. While multi-laser systems can... Nov 25, 2025
What Is Volumetric Energy Density and Why It Matters Volumetric Energy Density (VED) is one of the most critical parameters in metal 3D printing, yet it’s often misunderstood. VED defines how much laser energy is applied per unit volume of material and ... Nov 18, 2025
Are DMLS and SLM Really the Same? Understanding the Differences While DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering) and SLM (Selective Laser Melting) are often used interchangeably in conversation, they are not identical in practice. These two metal 3D printing technologies... Nov 4, 2025
Achieving 99.9% Density in SLM: More Than Just a Number When engineers hear “3D printing,” many still think of prototypes, plastic models, or lightweight parts with limited functionality. But metal additive manufacturing, particularly Selective Laser Melti... Oct 21, 2025