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Additive manufacturing is often compared to injection molding or machining. Here’s an easy way to visualize the pros and cons of each in six key areas: flexibility, extent of digitization, innovation potential, responsiveness, part cost, and throughput. On this simple heat map, green is strength and red is weakness Bottom line? Additive manufacturing is not intended to displace injection molding or machining in every scenario. If you have a commodity part where cost and throughput are the most significant drivers of success, then injection molding is probably the right fit. But if there is significant value or strategic advantage in being flexible, digitized, innovative and responsive, then additive manufacturing could be a game changer. Contact Carl Douglass, P.E. or Paul Johnson for insights and ideas! #innovation #additivemanufacturing #digitalmanufacturing #injectionmolding #molding #machining #cnc #manufacturing #engineering #productdevelopment

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Is your supply chain ready for the unexpected? From catastrophic weather events to disruptive port closures, product-driven businesses continue to face supply chain challenges that are wreaking havoc with their operations. There are no easy answers, but we believe that adopting a digital supply chain holds the key to future-proofing your business. What are digital supply chains? They are manufacturing processes utilizing technologies like industrial 3D printing that allow you to: • use AI-driven insights • pivot quickly • implement on-demand production • mitigate risk • limit manufacturing down time To explore a digital approach to shoring up your supply chain and  becoming proactive vs. reactive, reach out to Carl Douglass, P.E. or Paul Johnson at DI Labs.  #supplychain #digitaltransformation #resilience #businesscontinuity #automotiveIndustry #manufacturing #futureready #DILabs #solutionology #additivemanufacturing #digitalmanufacturing

A big thank you to Ben Thul, AGCO Corporation Manufacturing Engineer, for joining us at DI Labs for our recent workshop! 🎉 Ben shared AGCO’s journey in adopting additive manufacturing at their Jackson, MN, facility, which employs 900 people and produces six different types of ag machinery. Since 2021, Ben has been leading this initiative, driving AGCO’s investment in HP’s MJF technology, which went live in March 2023. His efforts are paving the way for other AGCO locations to expand their use of additive manufacturing globally. Want to hear Ben’s full presentation? Check out the latest edition of our Solutionology Stories Newsletter for the recording! https://lnkd.in/g87phZF4 #additivemanufacturing #manufacturingengineer #3dprinting #manufacturing #digitalmanufacturing #lean #continuousimprovement #engineering

Why the Solutionology Network? 💡 At DI Labs, we believe in a solutions-first approach, which is why we founded the Solutionology Network– a team of digital manufacturing experts committed to helping innovators push boundaries and seize new opportunities. We take a technology-agnostic approach, focusing on solving problems and accelerating innovation in product development and manufacturing. Sometimes that means incorporating additive manufacturing, but ultimately, our mission is to educate, collaborate, and create successful pathways for our clients. 🔗 Learn more at www.solutionology.info Kevin Carr MasterGraphics Azoth 3D Ronnie Sherrer Cody Cochran Brian Douglass Alex Benson Paul Johnson Emma Fretheim Shane Jetton #productdevelopment #productinnovation #additivemanufacturing #digitalmanufacturing #engineering #productmanagement #manufacturing

How can additive manufacturing drive medical device innovation? 🤔 Carl Douglass, P.E. tackled this question during his recent technical session at MD&M Trade Shows Minneapolis. By sharing real-world client examples, he demonstrated how additive manufacturing can not only augment traditional methods, but revolutionize product development. Carl emphasized the importance of integrating additive manufacturing early in the process to unlock design freedom, leverage user feedback, and adopt an iterative path to production success. This session was part of the Solutionology Network, an educational platform launched by DI Labs in 2024. 💡 Have questions? Message Carl Douglass, P.E. or email him at carld@dilabs.cc. 🔗 Learn more: www.solutionology.info #productdevelopment #productinnovation #additivemanufacturing #digitalmanufacturing #engineering #productmanagement #manufacturing

Recently, DI Labs hosted a workshop at our facility and was honored to have Ben Thul, AGCO Corporation Manufacturing Engineer, as a guest speaker. Ben has been working in the Jackson, MN, AGCO facility for five years. Since 2021, he's been focused on successfully adopting additive manufacturing and leading AGCO's investment in HP 3D Printing's MJF technology, which they deployed in March of 2023. Ben does this for AGCO's Jackson facility and the North American region, as well. Ben's work in Jackson is setting an example for other AGCO facilities around the world to further deploy additive manufacturing technologies in the future. Go to our Solutionology Stories newsletter to learn more about AGCO's journey and subscribe to see all future stories. Thanks to Kevin Carr and MasterGraphics for connecting us with your customer AGCO, attending our event, and contributing your expertise to the discussion. #additivemanufacturing #manufacturingengineer #3dprinting #manufacturing #digitalmanufacturing #lean #continuousimprovement #engineering

This week was truly inspiring as I spent time with remarkable colleagues and friends at Advanced Manufacturing Minneapolis (Medical Design and Manufacturing). Azoth 3D, MasterGraphics, #HP3DPrinting, DI Labs, and Redstar collaborated as the Solutionology Network, focusing on finding pains and providing innovative solutions for our guests. Within the Solutionology Network, each member is world-class in their unique expertise: Azoth 3D specializes in metal design and manufacturing with binder jet metal printing, MasterGraphics (M5D) offers digital 3D manufacturing solutions, HP provides expertise in powder bed fusion, DI Labs focuses on product design and polymer-based digital 3D manufacturing, and Redstar Creative specializes in creative design and brand development. It was an honor to work alongside these amazing individuals this week: Kevin Carr, Cam Neuhauser, Cody Cochran, Ronnie Sherrer, Scott Mossner, David P. Johnson , Emma Fretheim, Paul Johnson, Brian Douglass, Alex Benson, Betsy Bonnema, Wyatt A., and Sandeep Rana. Thank you for the collaborative effort and dedication to finding the "RIGHT" solutions, even when it's outside our capabilities. #SolutionologyNetwork #Innovation #ManufacturingExcellence

Today at MD&M Minneapolis, Carl Douglass, P.E. will be answering one of the most common questions we get from medical device customers who are considering going from injection molding to additive manufacturing: “Can you make thousands of parts that are consistent?” Our answer: "Yes, we can. And we do." Learn more by stopping by our booth at MD&M Minneapolis or attending Carl's technical talk, "Additive Manufacturing for Production: Product Management, Economic & Technical Considerations," today at 11 a.m. Not at the show? Hear more on the topic in Solutionology Podcast Episode 11, Supporting Transformational Innovation in Medical Device: https://lnkd.in/gVkR_fvt #medtech #medicaldevice #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #digitalmanufacturing

We're thrilled to share that one of our Application Engineers, David P. Johnson - 3D Printing, designed and 3D printed his wedding band using HP's 316L stainless steel technology four years ago! Today, we're joining forces with Azoth 3D, DI Labs, and MasterGraphics to showcase our innovative 3D printing solutions at MDM Minneapolis, booth #2315. Stop by to speak with industry experts and discover how HP 3D Printing can solve your manufacturing challenges. See you soon! #HP3DPrinting #MDMMinneapolis #AdditiveManufacturing #Metal3DPrinting