Theodore Lundy’s Post

Excited to share my first journal on "Fabrication of 3D Printer and Tensile Testing of PLA Material". 🌟 I have created a 3D printer with my team as my #finalyearproject, from initial design to putting it together and fine-tuning every detail. I also tested tensile strength of PLA material. Stay tuned for insights into the fascinating world of additive manufacturing and material testing. Let's innovate together! 💡 #3DPrinting #PLA #AdditiveManufacturing #MaterialTesting

Video: This video demonstrates the construction of a unique 3D printer with two tools moving independently in all axes, termed as the TIME-system (True Independent Multiple Extrusion). #3dprinter #experiment

Sometimes it’s the simplest of applications that make a process easier, faster or more efficient where 3D printed parts come into their own. Here’s a great example used in our @hp3dprinting process. These low cost tags are printed in-house using our multicolour FDM process and provide quick identification of printer and print run for each MJF build unit waiting for post-processing. #3dprinting #engineering #manufacturing #mjf

To anyone still manually media blasting with glass or plastic beads... I've personally spent days, if not months, performing these tasks during my university studies, in SLS production facilities, and in dental labs. I understand firsthand the challenges faced by employees who perform manual post-processing tasks daily, such as physical strain, highly time-consuming, monotony work, productivity challenges, and more. The Formlabs Fuse Blast, priced at $10,999 | €10,699 | £9,199 | CHF11,299, offers exceptional value, and your employees will greatly appreciate the relief this professional machine provides! As a passionate advocate of 3D printing, I know the importance of proper media blasting in SLS post-processing. Automating this step not only streamlines operations but also makes the work significantly easier and more enjoyable. If you're eager to learn more, feel free to join the LIVE webinar where I'll be focusing on the Formlabs Fuse Blast for post-processing SLS parts, this Wednesday. #automation #3dprinting #postprocessing #additivemanufacturing #SLS #formlabs

"🔥💡 Diving into the cutting-edge realm of product design evolution: behold the revolutionary power of 3D printing technology! 🚀 From concept to creation, this tech marvelizes the design game with its CAD-powered, layer-by-layer fabrication finesse. 🎨🔩 Used across industries like manufacturing, automotive, and industrial design, additive manufacturing is the cool kid on the block crafting tools, parts, and prototypes in plastics, composites, and bio-materials. 🌈✨ Shoutout to the design pioneers at Nexa3D and Mocu Design for pushing the boundaries and shaping the future! 🌟💻 #DesignInnovation #3DPrintingRevolution"

Automation is the key...

An Advanced 3D Printer for Industrial Applications: -3D Print in Full Scale -Boost Productivity -Cut Your Costs -Print Parts in a Variety of Engineering Grade Materials

9 smart slicing modes in 1 3D printing software. We know that certain parts require different slicing modes, which is why we packaged a few new slicing modes along with our classic multi-axis capabilities into Aibuild 2.0. Combat overhangs, complex structures and other complexities with our trusted multi-axis slicing algorithms, all tried and tested in our lab. See 3 out of 9 slicing modes demonstrated below, horizontal, angular and one of the nonplanar modes with 2 guides- which would be best for your application? 🔊 #3dprinting #nonplanar #software #engineering #application #lfam #slicing #toolpath

Testing is being done on custom 3d printer build for a client "Pakistan's largest 3d printer" #3dprinting #3dprinter #3dmodeling #productdesign #productdevelopment #prototyping #additivemanufacturing #rapidprototyping

From fabricator to printing nerd overnight! Shoutout to @Superfastmatt for perfectly capturing the evolution from the frustrations of early 3D printing to the incredible possibilities we have today. His video, with a hilarious nod to Office Space, highlights the love-hate relationship many of us had with early 3D printers—much like the office printers in the movie. They were necessary tools, but often unreliable and frustrating. With 3D printers, leaving only the most determined tinkerers and ‘printing nerds’ to stick with it. Matt’s journey is particularly interesting because he’s seen it all in the fabrication world. Like many, he stepped away from 3D printing when it felt more like a hassle than a help. But now, as he crafts custom parts for his race cars—both durable and functional—he’s rediscovering what modern 3D printing can truly offer. Advanced filaments are now creating metal parts to even replacing metal parts with infused polys that can do just as well, in Matt’s case enabling custom parts from electronic boxes for gauges-molds to be created at a fraction of the cost in his garage. It’s clear that this isn’t just a trend—it’s the future of fabrication. This is a story I hear often from manufacturers across the country from creators that haven’t adopted the technology yet. They’re curious but hesitant, aware that the technology is advancing but unsure how it fits into their workflow. Matt’s experience is a perfect example of how this technology is proving its worth. His journey should resonate with every fabricator, custom shop, and maker/machinist/engineer/tinkerer out there. You don’t have to be a 3D printing nerd to see its value—you just need to be ready to innovate. If you’re still asking whether 3D printing is worth it, let this video be your answer. The future is here, and it’s time to embrace it. As for me, I proudly embrace the title of ‘printing nerd.’ My team at Creative 3D Technologies and I are more than just enthusiasts—we’re innovators and business leaders with a vision of what one powerful machine can accomplish. And shoutout to Bambu Lab for setting the bar high with consumer-grade printers! I’ve got one of your machines at home right now, currently cranking out Titus the space marine from my sons’ Warhammer game—he is gunna love it! If you’re ready to step up from consumer-grade printers and need something with more muscle, check out Creative 3D Technologies. Our large-format FDM machine (with 11.8 cubic feet of build volume) is perfect for those looking to move beyond the consumer world into industrial-grade printing, without the massive price tag of high-end industrial machines. We’re your answer. Visit us at creative3dtechnologies.com #3DPrinting #Fabrication #Innovation #Manufacturing #AdditiveManufacturing #TechRevolution #CustomParts #MakersMovement #ModernFabrication #IndustrialDesign