Alchemist Blog

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

Complex assemblies present a huge administrative challenge for many organizations. These projects often involve countless middlemen and multiple orders, making for a tangled process that’s difficult to execute effectively.  That’s why

At Alchemy Industrial, we’ve seen firsthand the impact that reshoring manufacturing operations can have on American companies and are proud to be on the forefront of this trend. As market

When customers need precision machined components for applications like industrial automation or robotics, CNC machining is likely their manufacturing method of choice.  This process is capable of producing high volumes of

The manufacturing industry is in a constant state of growth and evolution. As a leading 3D print bureau in Texas, Alchemy Industrial is committed to staying on the forefront of

As household items that most of us rely on daily, batteries aren’t what anyone would consider a new technology. And yet these vessels for storing energy are at the forefront

In recent years, 3D printing has become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional manufacturing methods. A wide range of industries now leverage this innovative technology for applications ranging from robotics

As the world's primary fuel source, the oil and gas industry must have reliable technology in place to support complex production and delivery needs. Below ground, the industry uses innovative

Additive manufacturing technology has been around for decades. Up until recently, it was mainly associated with 3D printing polymers and resins that are #stronglikemetal. But over the last few years,

When you need to hold a part in place or control the position of another tool during machining, you typically have a few options—none of which are ideal: Option 1:

As businesses seek innovative ways to streamline operations in an increasingly digital world, the robotics industry has responded with revolutionary opportunities for automation.  Robotics are used for many applications today, including

In our previous blog, we discussed how recent economic and geopolitical changes have impacted the global supply chain. Factors like narrowing labor costs, overseas supply chain disruptions, and intellectual property concerns

In recent years, we’ve seen a growing number of manufacturers calling to "reshore” supply chain operations. This process involves returning overseas business operations to a company’s home country. The goal of

Though additive manufacturing has been around for decades, it’s only in recent years that we’ve begun to see what it’s really capable of. Gone are the days when 3D printing was

In a recent blog post, we explored how major world events from the last year highlighted the vulnerability of the global supply chain—from the Covid-19 pandemic to the Suez Canal

One size fits all solutions are no longer acceptable in today’s digital world. As the demand for customization grows, manufacturers must find ways to build products at scale to fit

Anyone who knows Alchemy Industrial’s CEO and Co-Founder, Mush Khan, knows his unwavering passion for two things: manufacturing and the city of Houston.   Growing up with hard-working parents, Mush developed an

Recently we covered the first two phases in our 3-step product development service method at Alchemy Manufacturing Studio: Discovery and Design for Manufacturability.    In this final step, we tackle the actual

The end of March had the whole world watching as drama unfolded on the Suez Canal. A massive container ship was stuck in the canal for 6 days, blocking thousands

The manufacturing industry is often seen as split into two camps: additive and subtractive manufacturing. But when creating a product designed to meet end user needs and optimize manufacturability, the

There’s no denying that additive manufacturing is a cool and exciting industry, full of attention-grabbing use cases (like this fully 3D printed skateboard). But the benefits of this innovative technology

You don’t have to work in additive manufacturing to have had experience with additive manufacturing. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), also referred to as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), is the most

How Alchemy Industrial reduced cycle time with one single fixture. We’re excited to share an awesome project we had the privilege of working on early last year.  Fannin Innovation Studio, a Houston-based