January 2024 kicked off with the launch of our new classroom for Purple Platypus University. After 10 years of offering technical courses, our team was ready for a new in-house training center to better serve our students.The classroom can accommodate up to 16 students and … [Read more...]
Part Of The Month: Neo Range Finder
January’s Part of the Month is brought to you by Doug Simsarian, Purple Porcupine Project Engineer. You could say he hit a hole in one with this choice. How’d he manage to do that? With the help of a rangefinder, of course.For those of you who aren’t big golfers, a rangefinder is … [Read more...]
Part Of The Month: Textured Eye Model
https://youtu.be/OY8_Gj3n_vwDecember’s Part of the Month was selected by Natalia Renteria, our Sales Operations Manager. When she picked the part, she began talking about how it felt nostalgic and reminded her of her favorite childhood memories. I was confused. And then it … [Read more...]
The Neo Is Now Fully Integrated With GrabCAD
Exciting news – the Neo is now fully integrated with GrabCAD Print! This means you can set up, generate, support, and slice files directly for the Neo printer, streamlining your workflow and simplifying the process. Neo + GrabCAD Print Key Features: Efficient Setup … [Read more...]
Meet The Material: Diran 410MF07
This month, we’re highlighting a classic FDM material: Diran 410MF07. Why? Because it’s a great example of FDM’s key strengths, making it perfect for functional prototypes and concept models.In all the training I’ve had on this material, the word “lubricious” comes up a lot—and … [Read more...]
Technology Squares
Let’s talk about 3D printing: there are so many creative technologies with endless possibilities. Our team was looking for an easy way to provide a comprehensive overview of what it can do, and that’s how we came up with the idea for a technology table. Designing and printing … [Read more...]
Part Of The Month: TechStyle Sneakers
Jason Brown, our Systems Supervisor, has selected November’s part of the month: Alexander McQueen sneakers. After ten years with Purple, he’s still amazed by how Stratasys technology has evolved. He’s witnessed the growth of PolyJet technology to the point where we can now … [Read more...]
Section 179 Tax Deductions
Our customers are taking advantage of the Section 179 tax incentive, and in this blog post, we’ll explore the 2024 deductions. Invest in a 3D printer and save in 2024 with the IRS Section 179 tax incentive. This program helps businesses like yours upgrade equipment and … [Read more...]
Printing Lifelike Endodontic Practice Teeth
Below is a study that came out in April 12, 2023, by the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. Purple Platypus is excited to see the academic publication attached to PolyJet’s applications. The original source material can be found online at the following … [Read more...]
Part of the Month: PA11 Mandrel Clamp
Saxon Swart, one of Purple Porcupine's Sales Engineers, picked out October's Part of the Month: the PA11 Mandrel Clamp.Starting off, Saxon notes that “this geometry is pretty much impossible to create with traditional manufacturing” methods, but SAF technology handles it with … [Read more...]