We are currently working on a project for a display and our vendor introduced us to the process of 3D printing for the prototype. The prototype process, no matter if we are working on a package with a clam shell or a rigid display, is always long and not always accurate. The old way of doing things required wax molds and a person shaping the prototype based on the cad drawing. With the 3D printing process, the cad drawings are read by the machine that creates the prototype by building up layers of material similar to paper. It really has to be seen to be believed. Check out this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7h09dTVkdw
This is only our first project using this process, and so far it has been great. The only stumbling block is the prototype material is very different from the final manufactured piece. However, once it is painted and photographed, you can't tell the difference.
Patty Jensen
This is only our first project using this process, and so far it has been great. The only stumbling block is the prototype material is very different from the final manufactured piece. However, once it is painted and photographed, you can't tell the difference.
Patty Jensen
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