One of the most common questions we hear is “How do I print a part that moves right out of the machine?”

You ask, we answer.

Follow along in this step-by-step video tutorial (free SolidWorks and STL files are also available for download).

Join us for a free hands-on workshop to learn practical fabrication techniques using CNC equipment.We’ll practice mold making, review CAD/CAM software tricks, and offer new project ideas.

Attendees get to take home the projects they make + receive a free copy of SOLIDWORKS Education Edition.

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Did you know we’ve seen most individuals fail the SOLIDWORKS Certification exam because they run out of time – not because they answer questions incorrectly?

To become Certified SOLIDWORKS Associates, students must receive at least a 70% passing grade – and they’re counting on your to help them get there. Here are helpful tips on how to best prep your students.

3D Printed Projects that Teach

STEAM Concepts

Connecting the dots from STEM to STEAM can be challenging. That’s why we came up with a few Valentine’s Day themed projects that combine arts and engineering through 3D printing. Valentine’s Day may be over but the education principles remain the same.

Rather than teach students to design and print a gear heart with interlocking parts, go for another shape that’s more suited to the current season.

We’re excited about the new Tuesday Tutorial section on our blog! Every month, we’ll bring you a new project idea that can easily be incorporated into your lesson plan, and last month we showed you how to design a customized box of chocolates in SOLIDWORKS and then cut it out using a Denford CNC machine.

The coolest part? The custom message engraving made possible with Denford’s VCarve feature. See it for yourself!

Check back on our blog tomorrow for a Tuesday Tutorial you won't want to miss!

(Hint: what is Austin Powers' first stage of defrosting at the beginning of the movie "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery"?