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Unusable parts. Wasted materials. Delayed deliveries. Increased costs. These issues can—and do—occur when one of two things happens: the manufacturer makes a machining error, or the engineer or designer neglects to

Finding great people amidst a widespread labor shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing the current generation of manufacturers. And if the recent push to reshore manufacturing services to

More often than you might expect, companies struggle to translate their product needs to their contract manufacturer. Even those with a deep understanding of their product may overlook the importance

You care about your manufacturing customers. Your team works tirelessly to provide value in the form of high-quality parts and products. And you’re constantly on the lookout for opportunities to

Do you know what it takes to create a great technical requirements document?  A technical requirements document establishes the foundation for an engineering project, ensuring that customers and manufacturing services providers

Human beings are practically wired to misjudge risk. We tend to believe that the worst-case scenario won't happen: the result of factors like optimism, confirmation bias, and a false sense

Picture this: you design a 3D model of a component and send it to your manufacturing services partner. After putting in the effort to create a functional prototype, you realize

Experts predict that life in America could return to ”near normal” this spring and summer, which leaves manufacturing customers and suppliers wondering if supply chains will follow suit.  We hate to

When designing parts for 3D printing services, leveraging Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) best practices can help you save time and money. What’s less common knowledge is that the DFAM

When you’re developing a product, it’s important to set yourself up for success at the very start of the project. At Alchemy Industrial, one of the key pieces of documentation

In our additive manufacturing services spotlight series, we’re highlighting different 3D printing technologies customers can use for their parts and products. Recently, we explored Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography. Today,

The modern world is becoming increasingly digital with each passing day. While there are many benefits to digitization in manufacturing, including the ability to build robust “digital twins” of equipment

Taking a product from prototype to production can be overwhelming. There’s intense pressure to go to market quickly and cost-effectively—with the right product—to ensure long-term success.  At Alchemy Industrial, we know

There’s a commonly held belief that outsourced manufacturing results in lower prices for manufacturers. While this assumption isn’t entirely untrue, it does lack critical context. In fact, among the many

We’ve all experienced airline delays due to bad weather. In many cases, weather events can impact thousands of flights at the same time, creating a logistical nightmare. Fortunately, these major inconveniences

At Alchemy Industrial, we pride ourselves on our customer service and engineering expertise. However, as much as we hate to admit it, we can’t read your mind!  Our goal is always

At Alchemy Industrial, we’re proud to be part of the movement encouraging American companies to reshore their manufacturing supply chains. We regularly discuss this issue on The Alchemist Blog, where

When a dental patient needs Invisalign, the finished product is customized to fit every curve and indent of their teeth. The aligner must be smooth, precise, and body-safe; otherwise, it

At Alchemy Industrial, we’re always looking for new ways to combine 3D printing services, robotics, machine learning, and materials science to make our customers’ lives easier. Machine vision is just

Additive manufacturing continues to gain popularity as a viable alternative to traditional manufacturing, with more companies seriously considering integrating additive into their business model.  3D printing—the most ubiquitous form of additive

There are many benefits to incorporating additive manufacturing services into an existing business model. Companies interested in harnessing the power of 3D printing technology may feel tempted to jump right in,

Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is the most common type of additive manufacturing. When you hear people talking about 3D printing, more often than not they’re referring to FDM.  FDM has the

Are you familiar with the different types of 3D printing technology available for your parts and products? If acronyms like SLA, SLS, DMLS, and DLP leave your head spinning, Alchemy

With the post-pandemic global supply chain in a state of chaos, the imperative for U.S. companies to reshore outsourced manufacturing operations is stronger than ever. But amid dedicated efforts to

Material selection is one of the most important choices you make when designing a part or product. Material contributes to crucial factors like part function, cost, and lead time. In