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Industry insights, application guides, and technical deep-dives from our team in Auburn Hills, MI.

  • Materials

    PEEK vs ULTEM: Which High-Performance Polymer Is Right for Your Application?

    Temperature resistance, chemical compatibility, and printability differ sharply between PEEK-family and PEI (ULTEM) parts. We compare real-world use cases from aerospace fixtures to under-hood brackets and when to spec each material for production.

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  • Case Studies

    How Michigan Manufacturers Are Using 3D Scanning for Quality Control

    First-article inspection and in-process checks are moving off the CMM floor and onto the line with portable metrology. Learn how Auburn Hills–area shops pair scan data with CAD to catch drift early and keep automotive programs on schedule.

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  • 3D Printing

    Dialing In High-Temp FDM: A Practical Guide to PEEK and Carbon Nylon

    Chamber temperature, dry filament, and nozzle choice matter more than slicer presets for strong crystalline layers. Our applications team shares baseline profiles and failure modes we see most often on the shop floor.

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  • 3D Scanning

    Structured Light or Laser Tracking? Picking the Right Scanner for Large Assemblies

    Volume, surface finish, and tolerance drive the decision more than brochure specs. We walk through a typical powertrain bracket audit and explain where handheld structured light wins versus tracking arms for full-vehicle workflows.

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  • Industry News

    Reshoring and Additive: What Southeast Michigan Suppliers Should Watch in 2025

    Tooling lead times and bridge production are pushing more program launches toward regional partners. We summarize trends affecting quoting, material availability, and how hybrid manufacturing is showing up in RFQs.

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  • 3D Printing

    Resin Workholding and Jigs: When MSLA Beats FDM for Small, Precise Parts

    Fine features and smooth side walls can make resin the faster path for inspection fixtures and assembly aids. We cover durability expectations, post-processing, and how we size HeyGears Reflex 2 Pro builds for repeat use.

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