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A mold produced on a desktop resin 3D printer. Source (All images) | APSX As moldmakers face increasing pressures to deliver faster and more cost-effective solutions, integrating 3D printing (3DP), machining and desktop injection molding into the process can offer significant advantages for both novice and advanced moldmakers. Desktop Molding Desktop injection molding machines can provide a gateway into industrial-grade molding without the complexity or high cost of traditional large-scale machi
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Physical2Digital (P2D), the Marlow-based AI-Driven technology and digital implementation consultancy, has been acquired by Proicere, a leading provider of digital construction project controls, based in Warrington. The expanded business has been rebranded Proicere Digital. Proicere Digital leverages P2D’s expertise in AI, automation and data solutions to better serve clients within the retail, food & drink, logistics, manufacturing, education, and construction industries.
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