A New Way To Configure and Review Your Part

Xometry’s software and product developers have been hard at work overhauling the Xometry Instant Quoting Engine’s part configuration page. We are pleased to announce the new updates are live and ready for you to experience now!

At Xometry, we are committed to continually improving all aspects of the business to provide our users with a better, smoother experience. This latest update to our quoting engine offers immediate benefits and lays the groundwork on the backend to enable us to launch more frequent updates with greater customizability than ever before. See what's changed and what's new in the sections below.

What's New?

Let’s take a quick tour of the updated part configuration page. We encourage you to try the new experience for yourself and follow along! To get started, go to your quoting dashboard and open an existing quote or create a new quote. To enter the part configuration page, click on the 3D preview of your part, click on the file name, or click the “modify part” button.

Updated Layout

When entering the configuration page, you will notice it now utilizes the entire page. This gave us more room to play with, allowing us to implement some useful features. The image above and the list below can help you get your bearings:

1) Configure Tab – This is the main tab where you will find your pricing, configurable part properties, and more.

2) Analyze Tab – This brings you to a much larger 3D preview and design feedback window, helpful in taking a closer look or reviewing part and file feedback.

3) Revise Part Model Button – Clicking this will open a window that allows you to upload an updated file or design revision of the part.

4) Price Tier Drop-down – This drop-down menu will display other pricing options related to our economy or expedited lead times.

5) DFM Feedback Dropdown – This drop-down menu will show you what checks we’ve done on your file. Any DFM or file feedback will also be outlined here.

6) Drawing Upload Area – This section is where you can upload drawings or other supplementary files. Take note that depending on your viewing device, you may need to use the adjacent scroll bar to see this section.

Built-in Search Function

Chromate conversion, polypropylene, stereolithography, oh my! We understand when it comes to manufacturing, there are a virtually endless amount of terms, acronyms, and more that can be confusing to keep track and make sense of. Thankfully, Xometry has tons of informative and educational content on its website to help you make informed buying decisions! We’ve incorporated a built-in search bar within the configuration page to make it easier to access this content and help you understand all the options.

The search function can also be used to quickly find possible part parameters related to the search term. Looking for a particular finish but aren't sure which processes or materials support it? Just type it into the search bar and review the results.

Certification Selection

Adding certification and qualification requirements such as ITAR, Certificates of Conformance, and Material Certifications are now more streamlined. You can find the tick boxes for these options right in the part parameters section. This also enables you to apply these certifications on a line item level instead of across the entire order.

Updated Backend

The backend architecture of the page has also been updated. The changes will allow our developers to take our user feedback and make further improvements, additions, and customizations to our quoting interface more quickly and efficiently. If you have any feedback or recommendations, feel free to share them by contacting us at [email protected].

This update is just the beginning, keep an eye out for future updates to come through the pipeline!

Try Out The Update YourselfStart A QuoteJoel SchadeggHey, I’m Joel and I’ll be your guide for everything Xometry! From my time as an Additive Technician in our 3D printing facility to operating a team of case managers as a Business Unit Manager, I have made it my personal mission to help customers like you you get the most out of the Xometry Experience. Now, as an Applications Engineer, I am here to help you by providing expert advice to help you excel and achieve success on your projects.

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Effective cleaning of twin screw extruder parts, including the twin screw element, twin screw barrel, and twin screw shaft, is crucial for maintaining optimal performance. The process involves careful steps to ensure thorough removal of residues without damaging the components. Below are the detailed steps and precautions for cleaning the extruder screw and barrel.

Cleaning the Extruder Screw

The efficient active cleaning materials can be used for cleaning the twin screw element and the screw shaft of the extruder. The process involves several steps:
1.Manual Addition of Machine-Washing Materials:

• Begin by adding the cleaning materials manually from the cutting mouth until the color of the extrusion strip matches that of the washing machine materials.
• Stop adding materials and empty the existing material.
• Halt the rotation of the twin screw extruder shaft.

2.Opening the Die Head:

• Open the die head of the twin screw extruder and start the cleaning process.

3.Rotating the Extruder Screw:

• Rotate the extruder screw to remove the orifice plate.
• Discharge the residual cleaning material in the barrel and clean the orifice plate.

4.Observation and Manual Cleaning:

• Stop the rotation and pull out the screw to check for cleanliness.
• Manually remove any wastes on the screw element.
• Reinstall the screw, add new materials, and clean the remaining machine-washing materials without removing the screw.

5.Reassembling:
Reinstall the twin screw extruder and the die head to complete the cleaning of the extruder screw.

Precautions for Cleaning the Extruder Screw

When using extruder cleaning materials, consider the following:

• Temperature Control: Ensure the temperature is appropriate for the cleaning materials.
• Charging Speed and Current Control: Avoid filling materials at once due to their high hardness, which can cause heavy friction and potential screw jamming.
• Rotating Speed: Maintain a normal rotating speed to prevent material degradation.
• Screw Barrel Clearance: Pay attention to the clearance to avoid damage.

Cleaning the Extruder Barrel

Cleaning the twin screw barrel or screw barrel is relatively easier but equally important.

• Setting the Barrel Temperature:
• Set the extruder barrel temperature at 200°C in preparation for cleaning.
• Creating a Cleaning Tool:
• Attach a circular steel brush to the drill pipe to create a cleaning tool.
• Wrap the steel brush with a copper wire mesh.
• Using Stearic Acid:
• Sprinkle some stearic acid into the barrel or on the copper wire mesh of the cleaning tool before inserting it.
• Manual Cleaning:
• Turn on the electric drill and move the tool back and forth manually in the cylinder until movement is smooth and free of resistance.
• Final Cleaning:
• After removing the copper wire mesh, use a cotton cloth bundle to wipe back and forth in the cylinder.
• Remove any residual cleaning resin or stearic acid to complete the cleaning.

Conclusion

Maintaining the cleanliness of twin screw extruder parts, including the twin screw element, twin screw barrel, and twin screw shaft, is essential for optimal performance. Proper cleaning methods and precautions help ensure the longevity and efficiency of these components. Regular maintenance and thorough cleaning prevent buildup and potential damage, contributing to the smooth operation of the extruder.

By following these detailed steps and adhering to the outlined precautions, you can effectively clean and maintain your twin screw extruder parts, ensuring they remain in excellent condition for continued use.

Learn about SLS 3D Printing from Additive Experts

For this webinar, Xometry manufacturing expert, Greg Paulsen, teamed up with Stratasys engineers, Lewis Simms, Head Additive Shop Engineer, and Kevin Sheehy, Manufacturing Engineer. These manufacturing experts dive deep into all things selective laser sintering (SLS), with topics including:

• How selective laser sintering works and its benefits over other additive manufacturing methods
• An overview of materials including the latest high-performance materials: Nylon 11 (100% sustainable), Nylon 12 AF (aluminum-filled), Nylon 12 HST (mineral-filled), and Nylon 12 CF (carbon-filled)
• A walk-through of best design strategies to save time and money on your parts
• Customer questions submitted for live Q&A

Watch this on-demand webinar to learn how to make high-quality selective laser sintered parts for prototypes, tooling, and production parts with advanced 3D printing materials. You can also learn more about Xometry's SLS 3D printing service or get the SLS design guide.

Speaker Biographies

Lewis Simms, Head Additive Shop Engineer at Stratasys

As a Solutions Manager, Lewis’s mission is to help the manufacturing community leverage the best of the additive and conventional manufacturing services at Stratasys. He holds deep industry expertise in powder bed fusion technology and is passionate about production manufacturing with additive manufacturing.

Kevin Sheehy, Manufacturing Engineer at Stratasys

Kevin supports the Additive Polymer Department focusing on powder bed fusion through selective laser sintering (SLS), selective absorption fusion (SAF), and HP Multi Jet Fusion (HP MJF). Some of his projects include material development, manufacturing process control creation, and new product introduction. Kevin earned a B.S. and M.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin.

Greg Paulsen, Applications Engineering at Xometry

Greg Paulsen leads the Applications Engineering Team at Xometry, working directly with customers on special case projects. He’s an expert in all things manufacturing, from 3D printing to CNC machining, to injection molding and beyond. He spends a lot of time helping Xometry customers design for manufacturing and get the most out of their projects.

Serena NgohI write about Xometry and all things manufacturing. You might also see me hosting webinars, designing infographics, producing videos, and working directly with customers to tell their manufacturing success stories.

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A Better, Faster, Cheaper Sheet Cutting Quoting Experience

Since launching our Sheet Cutting Service, our customers have benefitted from getting instant pricing for their laser cut and waterjet cut parts from various materials and finishes. After listening to our customer's feedback and striving for continual improvement, we are excited to announce a slew of new upgrades to the Xometry Instant Quoting Engine, which dramatically improves the quoting experience for sheet cut parts. The changes are so significant we've dubbed the update "Sheet Cutting 2.0". Explore the changes and new additions we've introduced with this update in the sections below.

What's New!

Lightning Fast DXF Quoting

Our instant quoting on DXF files just got faster. Our data scientists and programmers have rebuilt how these files are processed to optimize and streamline the quoting experience. Before this update, DXF part files would need to be re-analyzed each time the thickness of the part was changed, which resulted in a less than ideal quoting workflow. The part analysis is now performed just once, enabling virtually instantaneous pricing updates when applying changes, including thickness changes! Here are some other tweaks we've made to boost quoting speed :

• Rebuilt DXF file analysis — no more excessive re-analyzing of geometry
• Specify thickness with a drop-down menu
• Straight forward options — Only see the sheet thicknesses applicable to your chosen material

Improved Pricing

We strive to maintain affordable and competitive pricing across our manufacturing services. Our team has retrained our proprietary algorithm's pricing models for sheet cut geometry. The result is price reductions for most sheet cut geometries compared to the previous method. Here is what else we've done to offer the best possible sheet cut pricing:

• Retrained pricing models for flat parts
• Pricing optimizations for the most popular materials
• Discounted pricing on nested DXF part files

Added Support for Nested DXF Files

We are excited to announce that nested DXF files are now supported! Designers and makers who regularly nest parts will love that they can upload a single DXF file containing multiple pieces laid out in a single sheet. Nested files are perfect for when you have various components that all share the same material, thickness, and finish. You can read more about nested DXF files and recommended best practices in our article on the subject. Here are some other benefits you can expect from this newly supported feature:

• Up to 80% discount pricing on nested files
• Lower costs when compared to quoting individual components across multiple line items
• Apply material and finish selections across multiple parts in one consolidated line item

Automatic DXF File Repair and 2D Viewer

Our new vector-based 2D viewer for DXF files makes reviewing your uploaded design quick and easy, so you can make sure what you are sending us is correct. You can worry less about unnoticed file errors thanks to our newly implemented automatic file repair for DXF files. Common file issues that may cause problems with other vendors or services are captured and fixed during the file analysis process when your file is uploaded. This means more successful instant quotes the first time around and less for you to think about. Here are some of the common DXF file issues our automatic repair is looking for when you upload for a quote:

• Duplicate or overlapping lines, curves, points, etc.
• Micro-gaps / open curves
• Lines with a length of less than zero

Try out the latest update for yourself!Start A QuoteJoel SchadeggHey, I’m Joel and I’ll be your guide for everything Xometry! From my time as an Additive Technician in our 3D printing facility to operating a team of case managers as a Business Unit Manager, I have made it my personal mission to help customers like you you get the most out of the Xometry Experience. Now, as an Applications Engineer, I am here to help you by providing expert advice to help you excel and achieve success on your projects.

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Our Quoting Menu Has Expanded

We are excited to announce you can now select from five more manufacturing processes within the Xometry Quoting Engine! You can now get quotes for Die Casting, Metal Extrusion, Metal Stamping, Laser Tube Cutting, and Tube Bending. You will find these options in the manufacturing process selection drop-down menu within our quoting interface.

Our experts will manually quote these options and work closely with you to ensure the best outcome and success for your project. You can learn more about each of these new processes by reading their descriptions and visiting the resources linked below.

Die Casting

Die casting is the manufacturing process of choice when producing high volumes of relatively complex metal parts and is widely used due to its versatility, reliability, and accuracy. Die casting eliminates all or most secondary operations needed to make a metal part; however, post-machining is common to meet tighter critical-to-function tolerances.

Die casting works by injecting molten metal into a die cavity, which takes the shape of the part and hardens into place before removal. Depending on the project scope, die casting can be low- or high-pressure, using a ladle or plunger to deposit metal. Die casting can produce highly complex, tight-tolerance parts in a repeatable manner at very high production volumes.

Learn more by visiting our Die Casting Services page.

See Our Die Casting Design TipsLearn More

Metal Extrusion

Metal extrusion is the manufacturing process of choice when producing high volumes of material with a constant cross-section. With the extrusion process, metal material is forced through the shaped opening of a die using high pressure, resulting in an extruded profile. These profiles range from simple shapes like round or rectangular tubes, U- or H-channels, or more complex profiles with multiple internal hollows and external features, such as 80/20 and T-slot framing bar.

Learn more by visiting our Metal Extrusion Services page.

Metal Extrusion Design Mistakes to AvoidLearn More

Metal Stamping

Metal stamping is a manufacturing process in which coils or flat sheets of material are formed into specific shapes. Stamping encompasses multiple forming techniques such as blanking, punching, embossing, and progressive die stamping, to mention just a few. Parts use either a combination of these techniques or independently, depending on the piece’s complexity.

Metal stamping is an excellent way to mass-produce various complex parts, from car door panels and gears to small electrical components used in phones and computers.

Learn more by visiting our Metal Stamping Services page.

Laser Tube Cutting

Laser tube cutting is the process by which tube stock material is selectively cut to form various shapes, holes, designs, and/or channels using a controllable precision laser. The stock material (tube/pipe) is held in a controllable lathe, where the tube will rotate in line with the design specifications as the laser makes cuts. Laser tube cutting can create through-holes of any shape as small as the wall thickness of the material, and is also often used to cut channels that allow for easy bending and welding of the tube for angled tubing. 

Learn more by visiting our Laser Tube Cutting Services page.

Tube Bending

Tube bending consists of a series of manufacturing processes that alter the shape of a pipe or tube to create the desired geometry or features that meet specific requirements. In the process, tube stock is loaded into a bending machine which uses mechanical forces to push the tube against dies and rollers that cause the tube to conform to a shape. Tubes can be bent two-dimensionally where the openings remain on the same plane or in three dimensions where they sit on different planes.

Learn more by visiting our Tube Bending Services page.

Joel SchadeggHey, I’m Joel and I’ll be your guide for everything Xometry! From my time as an Additive Technician in our 3D printing facility to operating a team of case managers as a Business Unit Manager, I have made it my personal mission to help customers like you you get the most out of the Xometry Experience. Now, as an Applications Engineer, I am here to help you by providing expert advice to help you excel and achieve success on your projects.

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Dusty Rose and Cream Package

Dusty Rose & Cream Collection

Our Dusty Rose and Cream fresh flower packages are perfect for couples who want a timeless color palette! Dusty blush and cream has been a long-time favorite for weddings and events, and we don’t see it going out of style. This collection is one of our best-sellers, and we can’t get enough of it.

This collection has a lovely blend of muted, dusty blush and creamy white tones. This package includes O’Hara Garden Roses, Quicksand Roses, Dusty Pink Astrantia, White Lisianthus, Cream Spray Roses, Gunni Eucalyptus, Seeded Eucalyptus, and Nagi.

Each of our collections has three size options so you can select the perfect fit for you! The small package will give you enough flowers for building a bridal bouquet, 6-7 bridesmaid bouquets, and 8-12 boutonnieres and corsages. Our medium fresh floral kit affords additional flowers for centerpieces, and our large fresh floral kit provides flowers for everything in the small and medium packages plus flowers for 2 ceremony urns or cages for a pergola/arch arrangement. These fresh floral kits make it easy to accomplish profession-level blooms with a DIY-friendly budget.

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Fresh Floral Bridal Bouquet

Bridal Bouquet Recipe

To build the bouquet shown, we used the following ingredients:

• 5-6 White O’Hara Garden Roses
• 5-7 Quicksand Roses
• 4-5 Dusty Pink Astrantia
• 3-5 White Lisianthus
• 3-5 Cream Spray Roses
• Sprigs of Gunni Eucalyptus, Seeded Eucalyptus, and Nagi

Approximately 1.5 yards of Antique Mauve Satin Ribbon was used on this bouquet.

 

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Fresh Floral Bridesmaid Bouquet

Bridesmaid Bouquet Recipe

To build the bouquet shown, we used the following ingredients:

• 1 White O’Hara Garden Rose
• 2-3 Quicksand Roses
• 2-3 Dusty Pink Astrantia
• 2-3 White Lisianthus
• 1-2 Cream Spray Roses
• Sprigs of Gunni Eucalyptus, Seeded Eucalyptus, and Nagi

 

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Large Fresh Floral Centerpiece

Large Centerpiece Recipe

To build the centerpiece shown, we used the following ingredients:

• 2-3 Quicksand Roses
• 2-3 Sahara Roses
• 2-3 White Carnations
• 2-3 White Lisianthus
• Sprigs of Gunni Eucalyptus, Seeded Eucalyptus, Baby Eucalyptus, and Nagi

This was built in a 5″ Modern White Plastic Compote using floral chicken wire and waterproof tape.

 

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Designer Tips for This Collection

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Dusty Blush

There aren’t an overabundance of flowers that fall into the dusty blush category, but here are a few important things to remember in bringing together this palette:

• Muted blush tones will still look really beautiful blended with these tones and will photograph even more muted. We promise it won’t clash. As we say all the time, a variety of shades is a GOOD thing for visual interest.
• Blush Design Master can help pull things in the right direction if they feel a little too pink OR if you want to tint a white/cream flower to a subtle blush. In the photos above, we used it on a White Ranunculus.
• Your fabrics and other decor will go a long way in pulling the flowers this direction as well. With it being a fairly muted color palette, it’s great to inject color through other elements.

Give yourself some flexibility, and rest assured it’s going to come together beautifully!

Ready to make it yours?

Dusty Rose & Cream Packages

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All Collection Packages

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Overview

Basic Info.

Model NO.
GLK-BLK020

Material
Polyester

Age Group
Adults

Feature
Anti-Pilling, Portable

Type
Chemical Fibre Blanket

Knitting Method
Warp Knitting

Pattern
Printing Pattern

Usage
Home, Travel, Airplane, Hotel

Transport Package
OPP Bag + Carton

Specification
100% Polyester

Trademark
GOODLIFE

Origin
China

Production Capacity
10000PCS/Month

Packaging & Delivery

Package Size
45.00cm * 35.00cm * 16.00cm

Package Gross Weight
1.000kg

Product Description

 

Product Name

Pizza blanket

Matertrail

100% polyester for tortilla blanket

Size    90*90cm, 120*120cm, 150*150cm, 180*180cm or Custom

Fabrics weight

Flannel fleece 250gsm , 280gsm , 300gsm , or Custom

Featrure

(1) Care of skin ,soft and smooth feeling (2) Soft fleece non-pilling fabric

(3) Reasonable price with preminum quality

Design

We have more than 1000 designs available,support custom as well

Usage

Suitable For Travel, Home, Airplane, Hospital, Siesta etc.

Delivery days

10-30 days

MOQ

100pcs

sample time

Stock fabrics 3-5days/ 10-15days as customized

Packing

PE bag , PVC bag , support customized package

Our Advantages
 

1) large range of products

2) Superior quality

3) Our customer oriented culture

4) High degree of flexibility

5) Convenience of “One Stop’ supplier

6)30 days goods return warranty

7) Low MOQ acceptable

8)OEM/ODM be provided

Good customer service is our core own value.

FAQ

1. Are you a factory manufacturer or a trade company?what’s your product ranges? where is your market?
CROWNWAY>We are Manufacturer specializing in various of Blanket, sport wears, outer jacket, Changing robe, Dry robe, Home&Hotel Towel, Baby Towel, Beach Towel, Bathrobes and Bedding Set in highly quality and competitive price with over eleven years, selling well in U.S. and European markets and total export to more than 60 countries since 2011 Year, we have confidence to provide you the best solutions and service.
 
2. How about your production capacity? Are your products have the Quality assurance?
The production capacity is more than 720000pcs annually. Our products meet ISO9001, SGS standard, and our QC officers inspect the products to AQL 2.5 and 4. Our products have enjoyed high reputation from our customers.
 
3. Do you offer free sample? May I know the sample time, and production time?
Usually, sample charge is required for the first cooperative client. If you become our strategic cooperator, free sample can be offered. Your understanding will be highly appreciated.
It depends on the product. Generally, the sample time is 10-15days after all details confirmed, and the production time is 40-45days after pp sample confirmed.
 4. How about your production process?
Our production process is as following below for your ref.: 
Purchsing the customized fabric material and accessories—-making the pp sample—-cutting the fabric—making the logo mould—sewing–inspection—packing—ship
 
5.What is your policy for damaged/irregular items?
Generally, our factory’s quality inspectors would check all products strictly before being packed, but if you find a lot of damaged/irregular, items, you can contact us first and send us the photos to show it, if it is our responsibility, we’ll refund all value of damaged items to you.

For Further Details,Kindly send your inquiry!
     It’s our pleasure to be on service of you!

Moda UK: the trade show

Moda UK is a fashion trade show held twice a year, offering a diverse product range covering beachwear, women’s wear, menswear, footwear and accessories for mainstream, lifestyle and casual wear retail requirements. Moda UK also includes a seminar programme for trade visitors and a catwalk show presenting an overview of the seasons’ trends. Every edition of Moda UK gathers the leader fashion retailer names and the most relevant labels.

Event profile Moda UK

• Industries: Accessories, Menswear, Moda Donna, Free time, Fashion, Footwear, Do it yourself
• Frequency: semestral
• Scope: Local

Next edition Moda UK

• From Sunday 3 to Wednesday 6 September 2023
• Venue:
  NEC Birmingham – National Exhibition Centre
• City: Birmingham
• Country: United Kingdom
• More info.: thenec.co.uk

Moda UK editions

Moda UK September 2023	From 3 to 6 September 2023	NEC Birmingham – National Exhibition Centre
Moda UK February 2023	From 5 to 8 February 2023	NEC Birmingham – National Exhibition Centre
Moda UK September 2022	From 4 to 7 September 2022	NEC Birmingham – National Exhibition Centre
Moda UK September 2020	From 6 to 8 September 2020	NEC Birmingham – National Exhibition Centre

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奥尼尔说：“文班亚马是一名伟大的球员，但我不认为当你经常跳投时，你就能成为统治者。我认为如果他是一名身高7尺5的内线球员，但当你跳投时，你总是会上蹿下跳，教练会告诉你这一点。

“但他是一名优秀的球员，我祝愿他一切顺利，你知道，我很高兴在离开联盟这么长时间后还能在这个行列。”

上赛季，文班亚马代表马刺出战71场比赛，场均得到21.4分10.6篮板3.9助攻1.2抢断3.6封盖。