Makelab Learnings

Welcome to Makelab Learnings, your hub for navigating the ever-evolving world of 3D printing. Dive into insights, techniques, and innovations, where our experts demystify the intricacies of 3D printing technologies, unveil the endless possibilities of materials, and share invaluable tips and tricks.

10 Reasons to 3D Print with Makelab

Our founders were industrial design consultants in a past life, used 3D printing for quick prototyping, and ran into all sorts of questions and issues. They even bought their own 3D printer to bring it in-house, but only used it a few times until the first few failed prints. That’s why they built Makelab with a focus on the customer experience. Here’s what they did.

3D Manufacturing for Direct-to-Consumer Products: Case Study on How Makelab Scaled Another Room’s Production For The Floating Ashtray

Another Room, a cannabis accessory brand, partnered with Makelab to scale production of their popular floating ashtray without sacrificing quality. Through flexible 3D manufacturing and seamless communication, Makelab delivered high-quality products on time and met Another Room’s design standards. The partnership allowed Another Room to grow at their own pace, and they continue to collaborate on new projects.

3D Printing Materials 101 - A Lecture in NYU

Christina Perla is the Co-Founder and CEO of Makelab. Recently she shared her expertise at NYU with an exclusive group of attendees. Now, we brought her lecture to you.

Case Study: Advancing Health and Well-Being Design with Vision-Controlled Jetting Multi-Material 3D Printing Technology

In Spring 2024, IND622 students at Arizona State University, led by Professor Dosun Shin, were challenged to enhance health and well-being using Inkbit’s Vision-Controlled Jetting (VCJ) technology. Sponsored by Makelab, they created sophisticated prototypes through advanced multi-material 3D printing and overmolding techniques.

Case Study: Hydrific's Journey with Makelab and Inkbit - Rapid Prototyping with 3D Printing for a Watertight Solution

Hydrific, a venture by LIXIL, is dedicated to water conservation with Droplet as their inaugural product, set to launch in early 2024. Collaborating with Makelab, they utilized Vision Control Jetting (VCJ) technology to swiftly prototype a complex part, saving time and costs by avoiding custom O-ring tooling for field testing.

Choosing Materials for 3D Printing: PETG vs ABS

Exploring PETG and ABS plastics! We'll compare their properties for various applications, analyzing the ease of 3D printing, strength, chemical resistance, cost, speed, post-processing, and environmental impact. Also, we'll showcase real-world uses of these materials.

Choosing materials for 3D printing: PETG vs PLA

In this blog post, we will compare two popular materials for 3D printing: PETG and PLA, by analyzing their ease of 3D printing, strength and durability, chemical resistance, cost, printing speed, post-processing, environmental impact, and real-world examples for each 3D printing material.

Cutting Costs and Time: STAND+'s Journey to Innovative Non-Slip Safety Shoes with Makelab

The Impact of Makelab’s Rapid Prototyping Services and Inkbit’s VCJ Technology on STAND+'s Product Development and Market Success

Features in SOLIDWORKS We Can't Live Without

The article highlights essential tools in SOLIDWORKS that significantly enhance the 3D printing process. Key features include Print3D for direct printing and pre-processing, Mates for defining precise geometric relationships, Multi-Material Model Handling for managing complex assemblies, and Model-Based Definitions (MBDs) for embedding manufacturing data directly into 3D models.

Rapid Prototyping: Faster, Cheaper, and more Flexible Product Development

How rapid prototyping, particularly through 3D printing, revolutionizes product development by drastically reducing time and costs. It enables quick creation of proof-of-concept models and high-fidelity prototypes, enhances design communication, and minimizes flaws.

What You Can Do With Resin 3D Printing

Explore resin 3D printing in our #matchthematerials series! Learn about SLA technology and its precision in creating layered plastic from liquid resin. Discover the extensive range of resin types, from Standard to Engineering Resins, each tailored for specific uses.