As tests at GSK have shown, integrating powder testing into overall operations can optimize process understanding, and with it, raw material selection, equipment design, and process development. As ...

This article is aimed at large scale 3D printing. For medium and desktop size printing, both thermoplastic materials and thermoset materials are used. While for large format additive manufacturing ...

Selecting the right material upfront in the application design stage is critical in avoiding program delays, failures and possible product recalls or warranty issues. Getting support in material ...

This is part of an ongoing series of articles on materials selection authored by Eric Larson, a mechanical engineer with 30 years of experience in plastics design, for PlasticsToday. His most recent ...

Designing equipment for use in harsh environments is no easy task. Finding the appropriate materials is one of the most crucial but potentially complex steps, so manufacturers must note the importance ...

The pole material selection process is complex, considering the multiple options available in different corrosive and environmental conditions. Pole materials available for transmission utilities ...

Expertise in CMC (chemistry, manufacturing, and control) ensures the appropriate manufacture of a pharmaceutical or biologic by coordinating material characterization, formulation development, and ...

The use of medical devices is proliferating outside the traditional healthcare ecosystem, as sophisticated monitoring and diagnostic capabilities are applied in home-care settings and among aging ...

For decades, the construction industry followed a familiar rhythm: design came first, materials followed. The pressing need for sustainable buildings has shattered this routine. Material selection is ...

Once business owners complete the ideation process to create a unique product, they should uphold it with high-quality materials. Finding the right materials is a critical step that directly impacts ...