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Many are on the lookout for Xometry alternatives that might better suit their needs. Read to explore some of the best alternatives available in the market.

The Tg of polypropylene (PP) is of pivotal importance in a broad spectrum of applications, due to its central impact on the material’s mechanical, thermal, and processing properties.

Titanium and Aluminum are both lightweight metals with distinct properties and versatility of application.

Industry experts William Burke from Five Flute, Oleg Shilovitsky from OpenBOM, and Adar Hay from Jiga explored the dynamic relationship between engineers and manufacturers.

This article will introduce the art and science of surface finish standards and surface finish symbols. This is a subject where aesthetics and functionality converge, so we will explore the significance of surface finishes from all perspectives.

DFA is used in product design and manufacturing to optimize the efficiency of assembling components as an integrated and central consideration in the design process. The core intention of DFA is to minimize the cost, time and challenges involved in starting and perfecting the assembly process and execution.

FDA approval is the Grail for any medical product developer and manufacturer, brand-owner and startup. Lacking it, access to the most lucrative medical markets is entirely impossible - to a large extent, even in the regions that lie outside FDA registration control.

The Code Interpreter function in ChatGPT works in tandem with a data set, say a spreadsheet or a database extracted from your ERP. It reads and analyses the data, providing understandable responses to queries or generating useful reports.

Manufacturing Experts: Journalists who provide valuable insights, keep you informed, and drive positive change in the industry. Stay ahead with their expertise on advancements, trends, sustainability, and automation. Engage with these industry leaders for a practical edge in manufacturing.

An efficient BOM management system can also enable real-time data access and updates across various locations for companies with global operations, ensuring consistency and harmony in production.

Former Vice President of Supply Chain at Astra and ex-Tesla supply chain expert, Will Drewery, shares practical tips on managing complex sourcing processes in manufacturing in this on-demand webinar. Topics covered include procurement strategies, vendor management, and negotiation techniques for successful outcomes and strong supplier relationships.

Manufacturing is a critical aspect of any business, and selecting the right platform can make all the difference. Two of the platforms in the industry are Jiga and Xometry. While they offer some similar capabilities, there are some significant differences that can impact your business.

Manufacturing lead times have a critical effect on the performance of every supply chain. The overall lead time is the time taken from before the start of the manufacturing process to when the product is ready for delivery.

A Purchase Requisition (PR) is the first and most important document in the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.

A blanket purchase order (Blanket PO, Blanket Order, Recurring Order) is a type of contract used in purchasing and supply chain management.

Manufacturing considerations that need to be part of the product design stage: supplier relationship, quality, cost for market, and regulations.

When you're a startup that's developing your first physical product, the New Product Introduction (NPI) process can seem daunting.

Supplier collaboration for parts purchasing is harder than other forms of supplier collaboration. Email threads are a thing of the past.

Digital procurement transformation has become a critical component in an effective and cost-efficient procurement process.

Managing supplier relationships helps you identify potential problems early on so that you can address them before they become a bigger issue.

Procure-to-Pay is focused solely on the procurement process, while Source-to-Pay encompasses the entire sourcing lifecycle.

A common method of gauging Supplier Performance Metrics is called the supplier scorecard or vendor scorecard.

An interview with Bob Yancey - Business Development Director at Hexcel, passionate about achieving business value with technical innovation.

An interview with Eliana Fu - a strong advocate for Additive Manufacturing, the first female engineer at Relativity Space.

CNC Machining uses software to render a 3D design into instructions for a set of computer-controlled machining tools.