Welcome to the MN Chapter of ASM
ASM International fosters the understanding and application of metals and engineered materials and their research, design, reliable manufacture, use, and economic and social benefits. This is accomplished via a global information-sharing network of interaction among members in forums and meetings, education programs, and through publications and digital media.
The Minnesota Chapter of ASM International is located in the Twin Cities, Minnesota.
2012 - May 16 Rapid Prototyping
Incorporating Rapid Prototyping, Rapid Manufacturing, and Rapid Tooling into Low Volume Production
- Dan Mishek, Vista Technologies
The discussion features successes in additive manufacturing focusing on technologies and their materials. With these advanced materials, better results are occurring in product development before spending capital on tooling. VistaTek has examples of over molding, living hinged, and soft touch prototypes using Objet technology. In addition, a chart is shared to assist people in deciding when to use Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) vs. Aluminum Tooling and/or Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machining. We have formed a matrix to highlight quantity, complexity, size, material and surface finish to show when it makes sense to choose DDM, CNC or Rapid Prototyping (RT). We have parts that have been selected to show where the breakeven is per unit at quantities from 25 to 1000. Also highlighted are the material from Sanford (the Sharpie Company), 3M, Devicix and Plastic Components. Case studies examine how Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology is helping with the fixturing of injection molded parts for heat sting and 2nd ops and how Objet's Connex 500 machine was helpful to produce over molded prototypes before spending the capital on Aluminum Tooling. Investment casting will also be discussed. From additive manufacturing to finished goods.
SCHEDULE:
5:00-6:00 Board Meeting in Board Room
5:00-6:15 Social (Cash Bar) in Bar
6:15-7:00 Dinner
7:00-8:00 Presentation
2012 - Scholarships
The MN Chapter ASM awarded scholarships to four students at the April 18th meeting. Congratulations to this year’s recipients! The recipients are as follows:
Lucas Caretta, University of MN, Ross Kerner, University of MN Mark Golob, University of MN, Kellen Schroeder, Winona State University.
