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Rapid Prototyping
News Release from: Polycast | Subject: Rapid prototyping service
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 10 May 2001
Rapid prototyping service available on
the net
Polycast has recently introduced a rapid prototyping service which operates via the Internet and can now accept 3-dimensional stereo-lithography files by email
In today's highly competitive environment the time taken to get product to market is a critical factor in the process of launching a new product successfully Polycast Limited, based at Warsash near Southampton, has recently introduced a rapid prototyping service that operates via the Internet
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 3 Sep 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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It can now accept 3-dimensional stereo-lithography files by email (or on computer disk) from which it can construct a wax pattern, using its solid-modelling facilities.
The required prototype can then be fast-tracked through Polycast's normal investment casting process.
Net-enabled CAM benefits Polycast's customers by saving time and travel and by cutting out the cost of tooling until the design is proven and is ready for mass production.
According to General Manager, John Sadler, Polycast sees itself as an extension of its client's design and development departments offering support from its experienced foundry technicians and utilising its links with industry research establishments and trade associations.
Polycast Limited casts items ranging in weight from 1.5g to 15kg in a very wide range of metals.
The company is accredited under the International Quality Assurance Standard ISO 9002 and is a member of The British Investment Casters' Technical Association (BICTA) and the Casting Design Centre (CDC).
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