by James Jack | Sep 8, 2016 | 3D Printing, Canada, Case Studies, Edmonton, News
INTRO An orthosis is “an externally applied device used to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromuscular and skeletal system”.[1] A knee orthosis (more commonly known as a knee brace) is used to improve a patient’s quality of life by...
by James Jack | Mar 31, 2016 | 3D Printing, Canada, Case Studies, Edmonton, News
Just-In-Time Digital Warehousing Situation A Canadian city needed a handful of replacement LRT air vents, however, the part was discontinued. The original supplier would produce the vent only if the city agreed to purchase a minimum of 250 units which would take 4...
by James Jack | Feb 19, 2016 | 3D Printing, Edmonton, Materials
A particular over achieving resin and its incredible properties have grabbed our attention here at 3D Print Western. ULTEM, a family of amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) created by SABIC, is a groundbreaking resin that has become compatible with FDM 3D...
