Author: chris

  • Open Source Software for 3D Printing

    The software used in conjunction with a 3D printer has a big impact on the effectiveness of the design. This post looks at open source software, its functionality and features.   Open source software, such as a Linux based CAD is known to offer some of the most extended functionality.

  • Plotter Cutting Machines

    Amongst the array of plotters available, plotter cutting machines are a widely used, industry standard. Used to cut materials such as paper or vinyl, a cutting plotter is able to make precise and consistent cutting designs in large quantities. Because of this, cutting plotters (generally called die-cut machines) have been adopted.

  • New Computer Software and its Vulnerability to Viruses

    Many businesses rely on the security of their computer software. A virus could be devastating to a business such as this, so avoiding a virus attack is paramount. With new and necessary computer software being released all year long, there is a growing threat. The threat of early software virus vulnerability. 

  • Using Post Processing Software Systems

    Using Post Processing Software Systems

    Many industrial machines are controlled by computers. In order for these computers to function in a specified way, post processing software is used.   For example, when using a CNC cutting machine, whether it’s plasma, flame, waterjet, or laser, the CNC has to be programmed with the cutting path of the desired shape.

  • The Different Types of Cooling Towers

    Cooling towers come in many different variations. Each serves a different purpose, and functions in a different way. This post outlines a few of the different types of cooling towers and their characteristics.   Its important to note that not all towers are suitable for all applications.