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Stratasys F123 Series build trays can be reused; however, how many times you reuse them will depend on your level of comfort. can stratasys F123 build trays be resused For the lowest risk, make sure your build prints on an unused section of the tray. The support material will leave a slight white stain, and […]

A question I get asked often when installing new FDM systems is, “Can I mix material types within the same build?” The simple answer is no, other than being able to switch between colors of the same material. When a part file is processed into a CMB (coordinate machine binary) file the properties of the […]

It’s that time of year when we remind you to take advantage of the Section 179 2022 tax deduction!  Prepare your business for 2023 by investing in additive solutions now and write off the entire purchase in 2022! What is Section 179? Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows businesses to deduct the full […]

We have entered a new reality in 3D printing. A place where virtually all industries recognize, and the vast majority incorporate, 3D printing in some capacity. Novelty is now the norm, and industries have transformed how their products are made. 3D Printers AdvancedTek has been a leader on these fronts as its customers have adopted […]

In early 2022, an automotive engineering technology student and Formula SAE Engine Team Leader at Minnesota State University Mankato, contacted AdvancedTek to see if we could assist his team by 3D printing some large parts for their University capstone project. The project required them to build a functional formula-style race car to compete with over […]

Stratasys – The Leader in 3D Printing for over 30 Years While the 3D printing industry has drastically changed over the years, one technology firmly holds its position at the top, and it’s a technology we’ve sold and supported for over 25 years. In this article, we’ll look at the origin story of FDM (fused […]

The purpose of this article isn’t to convince you to buy from us. Instead, the goal is to help you avoid choosing the wrong 3D printer. Of course, we’d love to be your partner, but we understand our technology won’t be the perfect fit for everyone, and that’s okay. That’s why we approach every new […]

How one company found the path of least resistance – combining traditional and additive manufacturing to become an automated powerhouse. additive manufacturing For over 65 years, Iowa’s United Equipment Accessories (UEA) has been engineering and manufacturing custom slip rings, rotary unions, cable reels, and shift controls for various industries throughout the US and worldwide. The company’s […]

If you’re involved in the manufacturing industry, you already know how challenging the COVID-19 pandemic has been. While it’s a difficult topic, we believe technology such as 3D printing can help manufacturing companies emerge from the pandemic stronger. We’d like to share that with you in this article. manufacturers recruitment and retention Let’s look at […]