3D Printing Blog

Just about 6 months ago, I got a phone call from Peggy Rajski inquiring about Finnovation's 3D printing and rapid prototyping ability.  Peggy needed assistance in creating 3D CAD models of her designs to be used for 3D Printed prototypes as well as for use in manufacturing via injection molding for...

The advancements being made by 3D printers, in just a few short years, is nothing short of mind-boggling.  One of the latest stories to come from the 3D printing industry, is simply too warm and fuzzy  not to share. Because, of all the fast prototype innovations made thus far, this one is unquestion...

3D Printing might still be enjoying the thrills of its infancy, but that can't take away from the feats it has already managed to pull-off.  In just a short span of time, 3D printers have already accomplished the production of food, clothing, plastic guns, and a prosthetic face implant for a cancer...

It sounds like something out of a good sci-fi flick, but this is no Hollywood screen play.  An Austin TX research company was recently awarded a $125,000  six-month grant from NASA, to develop a 3-D printer capable of "printing" real food.  According to company sources and publically released statem...

A 60 year-old British restaurant manager who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, has become the first person to receive a prosthetic manufactured exclusively on a 3D printer.  Since the recent introduction of fully-functional 3D printing capabilities, this represents the first time a pe...

*** FPD does not condone using 3D Printers to print weapons *** Under increasing pressure from the US State Department, blueprints for the production of a plastic gun made with the use of 3-D printers, have been removed from the internet. Just two days after publishing the blueprints for making p...

I received a phone call from a gentleman representing WITHIN.  He inquired about setting up a meeting to show me his companies software that is helpful to 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing).  Specifically the SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) and DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering) process. "Is...

Joshua Lepley is a custom woodworker and innovator who lives and works in Williamsport Pennsylvania.  Yes, that’s right, the home of Little League Baseball.  Joshua is a hardworking family man who works as a construction and interior design contractor.  Joshua works with clients for high end, an...

It has always been human nature (or so it seems) to create weapons with whatever items one can find.  From hand carved arrows and arrow heads, to prison shanks, humans have always come up with a way to “Macgyver” some sort of weapon. Considering that with CAD software and a 3D printer you can make j...

In my previous blog, I discussed the 2 basic genres of 3D CAD files and their uses in diverse applications.  These 2 file types are (in concept) the organic model and the engineered model, aka the mesh model and the solip part.  The following is a compilation of some helpful resources to help get yo...

American Tower Clock Company is located in Rochester NY, and has been a family owned business for 25 years.   Additionally, American Tower Clock Company is a certified government contractor.  They recently won a bid to refurbish and repair the wall clock located in the main lobby of the Old Faithful...

Finnovation Product Development : 3D printing Tech-Blog With all the emerging 3D printing service providers, how do you know which one to choose?  One company may quote you $1200 for a part, while another 3D Printing service provider will quote the part for $200.  Why is there such a difference i...

Finnovation Product Development Technology Blog In any emerging technology there is always a “break in” period to acclimate the public to accepting the new technology as mainstream. 3D printing and Rapid Prototyping Technology is currently going through this break in period. Let’s first look a...

Growing up, I joined the Cub Scouts with one thing in mind: The Pinewood Derby!  While the Cub Scouts offers much more than just the race, it was the main reason I joined the Scouts.  I looked forward to building and racing a car all year.  The design and building process was my favorite part. Th...

Finnovation Product Development 3D Printing Blog Many times in concept design, the designer decides to scrap the whole idea and start over.  This is exactly what I decided to do with my 3D Printed business card.  In my previous blog, Business CardConcept: Part One, I mentioned one of my intents w...

This is a design I came up with for a business card solution. It is meant to showcase the capabilities of a 3D Printer to my potential clients. This business card is printed in 1 piece, and is completed fully assembled with 3 internal moving parts. Our company logo is on the front, and your personal...

3D Printing Technology Blog - Finnovation Product Development The word cheap has a double meaning in our modern terminology.  Everyone wants cheap, but also wants to maintain the high quality we have become accustomed to via modern manufacturing and quality control methods.   Just because somethi...

Technology Showcase Blog - Finnovation Product Development Tonight I have a networking function, and I have decided once and for all to end the embarrassment of not having a business card.  All too often I am asked, "Hey, do you have a business card?" and all too often I must truthfully reply, "N...

Finnovation Product Development guarantees the most cost effective pricing on the internet.  We work with our clients individually to ensure their 3D printed projects are a success.  We provide much more than 3D printing service. Finnovation Product Development provides 3d printing solutions catered...