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3, 4, and 5 Axis CNC Mill: Which Is the Right Solution For You?

Choosing the right CNC milling solution can significantly impact the efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness of your manufacturing process. With a variety of options available, understanding the differences between 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC milling machines is crucial in making an informed decision. At Rapid…

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The Custom Injection Molding Process: From Design to Finished Product

In today's competitive market, having a tailored solution for your plastic parts can significantly impact the efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness of your production process. Custom injection molding offers a unique approach, providing bespoke solutions that cater specifically to your needs. At Rapid Axis, we excel…

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Close-up of an industrial machine used for plastic injection molding. The image shows several molds and connected tubes in various colors, including blue and orange. The setting appears to be a factory or manufacturing facility.

How Advanced Mold and Tooling Enhance Product Development Cycles

No matter what your industry, the speed and efficiency of your product development cycle can make or break your success. One of the key factors in accelerating this cycle is the use of advanced mold and tooling technologies. These technologies not only streamline production but…

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Urethane Casting vs. Injection Molding: Which is Best for Your Needs?

When it comes to fabricating parts and prototypes, choosing the right manufacturing method can make a significant difference in terms of cost, quality, and production speed. Two popular methods in the industry are urethane casting and plastic injection molding. Understanding the differences between these processes,…

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8 Applications of CNC-Machined Parts in the Medical Industry

Intro You’ll notice that every major industry has plenty of opportunities to use CNC-machined parts. These parts are highly customizable, can be made to be very high-quality, offer great cost, and can boast quick turnaround times. In the medical and healthcare industry, it’s the same…

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What Rapid Axis Can Do for the Energy Sector

Intro The energy sector tends to prioritize quality, affordability, and turnaround times when it comes to manufacturing. Still, your energy company probably needs a dozen different parts manufactured, and you don’t have any time to waste. The good news? Rapid Axis can turn your manufacturing…

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The Top 3 Uses for Sheet Metal Design in The Electronics Industry

Intro So many people turn to sheet metal design for their electronics parts that they want to be fabricated quickly, affordably, and with the quality that your applications demand. At Rapid Axis, we’ve fabricated countless sheet metal parts over our decades in business, and we’ve…

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5 Innovative Solutions Transforming Sheet Metal Fabrication Techniques

Intro Every high-quality machine shop should spend countless hours looking through their operational workflows and adding optimization wherever they can. For cutting-edge machine shops, like ours at Rapid Axis, this means utilizing brand-new sheet metal fabrication techniques that speed up our operations, reduce potential mistakes,…

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