Connecting the Dots
Aug 18, 2025
PODCAST: How 3DChimera Uses 3D Printing and 3D Scanning to Solve Manufacturing Challenges
Alex Hussain, CEO of 3DChimera, joined the LIFT podcast to share how his team is making 3D printing and 3D scanning work in real-world manufacturing. The discussion covers practical ways to use additive manufacturing in demanding environments, from small batch production to on-the-spot problem solving.
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Connecting Multiple AMS Units to the H2D? No Hub Required.
One of the most common questions we get about the Bambu Lab H2D is: “Do I need an AMS Hub or buffer to run multiple AMS units?”
The answer is simple: No.
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Aug 11, 2025
The Real Price of a Small Breakdown
Sometimes it is not the big failures that cost the most. A $5 part goes out, you shift resources, and think you have it covered. Days later, you realize the “workaround” created a bottleneck. Now your most profitable line is running slow, and every day down costs $20,000 in lost profit.
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The Playbook for Modern Manufacturing: Agility, Control, and Additive
Manufacturing isn't what it used to be. The old playbook doesn't cut it anymore. In this article, I share the three things we see separating the teams that are thriving from the ones that are stuck: agility, control, and additive. Plus, real examples of how companies are using these tools to solve real problems and stay ahead.
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SOLIDWORKS Training Made Easy: What’s Available and How to Use It
We’ve been helping small and medium-sized teams get up and running with SOLIDWORKS for years. One of the biggest struggles we see is when a company buys a license, installs the software, and then gets stuck. MySolidWorks is one of the easiest ways to stay unstuck.
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May 19, 2025
Agility Is the New Advantage: Why Additive Belongs in Your Manufacturing Strategy
When supply chains break, tariffs spike, or customers need answers now, agility becomes your biggest competitive advantage. In this article, we explore how additive manufacturing gives companies the ability to pivot fast, stay flexible, and keep moving, even when everything around them changes.
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Tariffs Exposed the Weakness. 3D Scanning Is How You Take Control.
3D scanning isn’t a workaround. It’s a reset button. And when you pair that with reverse engineering, you can rebuild your entire product line without waiting on someone else to hand you the files.
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Solving Modern Manufacturing Challenges Starts with an Additive Mindset
If you’ve been putting off additive because it feels like a big leap, that’s normal. But in our experience, the leap is usually smaller than you think. And the upside? That’s where things get interesting.
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Color with a Purpose: Functional Dye in 3D Printing
Whether you're looking to improve safety, speed up inspections, or meet compliance standards, functional dyeing might be the upgrade your workflow needs.
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Apr 18, 2025
To Dry or Not to Dry? (Spoiler: Dry.)
If you're working with engineering-grade materials — especially carbon fiber-reinforced nylons — drying is not optional. It’s a small investment that pays off big in consistency, strength, and print quality.
We recommend every serious user have a drying setup in place. It keeps your printer focused on what it does best — printing — and leaves the drying to the right tool for the job.
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From Tariffs to Turnaround: The Hidden Costs of Overseas Production
At 3DChimera, we’ve been helping companies break free from manufacturing dependency for over a decade. We guide our clients through the entire transition—from design to production—so they can move faster, cut risk, and scale smarter.
This isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about building resilience. The companies that survive the next few years won’t be the cheapest—they’ll be the most adaptable.
If you’re still relying on an overseas vendor for critical parts, it’s time to ask:What’s that actually costing you?
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How to Assign or Reassign 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Roles and Licenses
Whether you're setting up 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for the first time, reassigning a license to a new user, or managin...
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