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November 10, 2010 - Volume:00 Issue:00

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Oregon Manufacturer Uses 3D Printing to Produce Parts Up to 10x Faster
MTI recently turned to Direct Metal Printing to manufacture complex parts for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries -- and the results have been dramatic. "3D Systems' printers and 3DXpert software are a big part of our success, as they allow us to produce better parts faster."
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5-Axis Scanning Probe Helps "Let the Good Times Roll" at Missouri Small Engine Plant
Scanning probes have reduced CMM fixturing and cut probe calibration time from hours to minutes at Kawasaki's Maryville, MO plant. Increased measurement throughput and flexibility has allowed faster feedback to manufacturing and the R&D department, while scanning CMMs may ultimately eliminate inspection systems for gears and cam lift.
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