There are a number of professional prototyping and manufacturing services to choose from, but finding the correct one can make the difference between success and failure in regard to product development. Therefore, a prospective customer should know what attributes to look for during the daunting hunt for the optimal service provider.
Currently recognized as the largest marketplace for custom manufacturing, Xometry exemplifies all of the desired traits that a low/medium production service and prototyping company should offer. From versatility in manufacturing tools to incredibly helpful resources, this Maryland-based service provider is utilizing an extensive network of over 2,500 partnering production facilities and proprietary AI algorithms to serve over 14,000 customers, some of which include big names like BMW, General Electric, and NASA.
While additive manufacturing is certainly a specialty of Xometry, the firm also provides access to a wide range of fabrication tools, including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, die casting, extrusion, and urethane casting. Already listed on All3DP’s list of best 3D printing services in 2019, Xometry is unique in that it offers many different paths to actualizing your prototypes and products.
With so many rapid prototyping and manufacturing companies springing up on the market, it can be difficult for some providers to stay on the cutting-edge. But Xometry has managed to do so by addressing the production process from every conceivable angle, whether that be through utilizing state-of-the-art equipment or conjuring up educational content to guide customers in the right direction.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the reasons why Xometry has continued to act as a trailblazer on the prototyping and manufacturing frontier.
How Xometry Sparks Growth in 3D Printing by Offering Cutting-Edge Technology
When it comes to additive manufacturing, the fabrication tools that Xometry has at its disposal are second to none. The service provider offers a wide range of plastic and metal-based 3D printing technologies, such as SLS, FDM, DMLS, Polyjet, SLA, and more.
Unlike many other service providers, Xometry is constantly upgrading its capabilities with cutting-edge technology. After launching stereolithography services back in July 2018, the firm became one of the first manufacturing service providers to offer the groundbreaking HP Multi Jet Fusion to its customers.
While 3D printing technology is certainly one of the main pillars for Xometry, the company also offers CNC machining, injection molding, and urethane casting solutions, ensuring that you’ll find the optimal process for your prototyping and custom manufacturing. If you don’t know much about these manufacturing techniques, rest assured that Xometry’s team of application experts will assist you with every step along the way.
This diverse array of manufacturing tools are certainly worth mentioning, but what really sets Xometry apart from other services is the AI algorithm-driven Xometry Instant Quoting Engine℠. Through this feature, the geometry and dimensions of the user’s 3D model can be quickly analyzed, providing an instant price, design feedback, and delivery date.
On top of that, the Xometry Instant Quoting Engine℠ can be accessed via plug-ins on Autodesk Inventor and SOLIDWORKS, which means you can get a price without ever having to leave your digital workspace.
The service provider also gives users the option to select a preferred process and material, but will also take the reins and find the least expensive option for customers if they submit the quote without filling in a process or material.
Xometry Ensures Customers Receive All of the Required Knowledge & Resources
Let’s face it, while the recent developments in digital fabrication have certainly sparked an innovative flame throughout many industries, the average person still has a hard time both grasping and getting excited about these breakthroughs.
To help cultivate a better understanding of the rapid prototyping and production services that Xometry offers, the company has created a variety of resources for its growing customer base.
First and foremost, Xometry has written extensive design guides for every digital fabrication tool, whether that be for CNC machining or any of the specific 3D printing processes. These guides are meant to bolster the user’s ability to optimize their design for production, leading to a better overall outcome for everyone involved.
The service provider also occasionally hosts webinars on topics such as “Should You Take 3D Printing to Production?”, which provides 60-minutes worth of insight into common misconceptions of 3D printing and how it can be a viable tool for production.
Of course, while rapid prototyping and production is undoubtedly serious business, Xometry also understands the value of providing entertainment to prospective customers. That’s why the on-demand manufacturing firm also provide a collection of fun videos to its YouTube channel, answering amusing, yet informative questions like “Will It Melt? 3D Printing Heat Resistance Test?” and “What Will It Look Like? 3D Printing Process Comparison”.
Needless to say, Xometry has embarked on a mission to provide a solution for every prototyping and production need, whether that be through the wondrous world of 3D printing or more traditional tools like CNC machining.
While offering top-notch prototyping and manufacturing services to a customer base is certainly a major part of the company’s mission, Xometry also sets itself apart by striving to increase knowledge for its customer base as well.
To learn more about how Xometry can serve your prototyping and production needs, visit their website today to get a free quote using the Xometry Instant Quoting Engine℠.
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