30 on 3D | Print-On-Tray | Purple Platypus

On this edition of 30 on 3D, Eric Alexander, Application Engineer, explains how to use the Print-on-Tray feature in GrabCAD Print Pro to print exceptionally smooth surface finishes.

Print-on-Tray enables users to print directly on the tray or with support/pedestal between the tray and the part such as glass or carbon fiber, resulting in an adaptive surface finish. Printing on glass allows the PolyJet part to have a perfectly clean and smooth surface finish with no need for post-processing. Print designs directly onto the tray as well for hyper-realistic prototypes.

It’s particularly effective for prototyping and producing end-use parts in industries like consumer electronics, signage, or packing because it offers on-demand customization where traditional production of the same parts would be much higher. Print-on-Tray works best for short production runs and cost efficiency, a game-changer for modern manufacturing.

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Meet Eric Alexander

Meet Eric Alexander, Application Engineer. Eric works alongside the sales team, providing engineering design services and enabling customers in finding the right additive solution for their production cycles. What Eric enjoys most about Purple is working with a variety of different companies on a wide range of projects.

Out of the office, Eric enjoys, surfing, playing guitar, and calisthenics. If you haven’t had the chance to meet Eric, make sure to stop by the office to say hi or connect with him on LinkedIn!