Combining technological approaches is nothing new. We build complex machines by putting together multiple simple ones, and this same concept is playing a pivotal role in the development of 3D printing technology. With hybrid printing, you can build the parts you need with traditional manufacturing methods like rotational or blow molding, and then supplement them with advanced 3D parts. When combined with powerful CNC machining, hybrid printing provides superior control through both additive and subtractive manufacturing.
Here at HWB Prints in Dallas, TX, we are proud to be on the forefront of a vital new industry, and we appreciate the opportunity to grow alongside the technology. When it comes to 3D printing, we know that the future is wide open; this makes this industry a perfect playground for those of us who love to tinker. To find out more about the advantages of 3D printing, from prototyping to building custom home decor, give us a call today!
What Is Hybrid Printing, Exactly?
Hybrid printing can refer to the manufacturing of an object using 3D printing alongside another method in order to create something that cannot be produced by one technique alone. This can be through the use of traditional plastic molding approaches such as injection or rotational mold production, helping you to design and develop items that you never before thought possible from 3D manufacturing.
Hybrid technology can also combine the technologies of CNC machining and 3D printing, and this is becoming a way for creators to combine the advantages of both additive and subtractive manufacturing. Since machining takes material away from the parent source to create items out of a single block of metal, it is referred to as subtractive manufacturing. 3D printing instead uses the addition of plastic, metal, or another material in an additive way. Each of these approached has its own set of strengths and weaknesses, and by combining the two, it creates powerful opportunities.
Creating Complex Forms With Minimal Waste
Hybrid printing can be a real help in the development of prototypes, parts, and more. For those who work in injection molding, 3D printing can actually be a significant benefit for you, as well. While these two industries are often seen as competitors, hybrid printing technology gives you a lot of power in the world of mold design. If you have been struggling to achieve the intricate forms that you need to design, talk to our team about the advantages of hybrid 3D printing.
Find Out More With HWB Prints!
3D printing is providing powerful printing possibilities. If you want to know more about the world of hybrid printing, talk to our team at HWB Prints in Dallas, TX at (469)783-6865 or email us at Info@hwbprints.com!
