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[Blog]Vacuum Casting for Prototyping: Design Guide29 Aug,2025: Vacuum casting is a fast and cost-effective way to produce high-quality prototypes, especially for small to medium production runs (5–50 units). Using silicone moulds and polyurethane resins, this method replicates intricate designs w...

[Blog]How to Choose Surface Finishes for CNC Car Parts28 Aug,2025: Surface finishes for CNC car parts are key for performance and durability, critical in Australia's harsh conditions (UV, salt, temperature extremes). This article covers key techniques—anodising, powder coating, PVD/CVD, mechanical treatments—their material suitability, costs, and timelines. It guides selection based on material, use, and environment, plus Mastars' process to meet Australian standards.

[Blog]How to Design Sheet Metal Prototypes for Cars26 Aug,2025: Automotive sheet metal prototyping guide: turning flat metal into test components (panels, chassis). Steps: requirements, CAD, materials (steel, aluminum), manufacturing (laser cutting, CNC bending), testing. Strengthening via design/FEA, method comparisons, partnering with services. FAQs included.

[Blog]Hybrid Prototyping: CNC and 3D Printing25 Aug,2025: Hybrid Prototyping: CNC and 3D Printing Hybrid prototyping combines 3D printing and CNC machining to create prototypes that are both accurate and functional. This method leverages the strengths of each technology: 3D printing is ideal for c...

[Blog]Injection Molding Common Issues & Solutions23 Aug,2025: Injection moulding defects like warping, sink marks, and short shots increase costs and risks. Solutions include precise machine adjustments, material selection, and advanced quality control tools for consistent, high-quality production.

[Blog]Top 7 Surface Finishes for Prototyping22 Aug,2025: This article details 7 key surface finishes for prototyping: As-Machined, Sanding, Polishing, Bead Blasting, Painting, Anodising, Powder Coating. It covers their processes, applications, benefits, compares them, and discusses selection factors like material, purpose, cost, aiding informed choices.

[Blog]5 Key Points for Controlling CNC Machining Accuracy20 Aug,2025: Explore five essential factors for achieving precision in CNC machining, from tool selection to workpiece setup, to enhance quality and reduce errors.

[Blog]Rapid Prototyping for the Automotive Industry From Concept to Prototype in Days14 Aug,2025: How rapid prototyping is revolutionizing the automotive industry, enabling it to quickly transition from concept to prototype. It highlights its role in improving efficiency, reducing costs through additive manufacturing and CNC machining, and adapting to the demands of the European, US, and Australian markets.

[News]Honda Introduces One-piece Molding Equipment for EV Parts12 Nov,2024: Mastars die castings have been developing zinc and aluminum cast components for over 20 years. Refinements in the alloys and the process have expanded our applications to most market sectors. Size, shape, thickness, strength, and precision ...

[News]Asahi Kasei and Aquafil collaborate on materials for 3D printing applications23 Oct,2024: Japanese corporate Asahi Kasei announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Aquafil, an Italian manufacturer of polyamide 6 (PA6). The two companies agreed to work together on developing novel material for 3D printing.

[News]FSD (Fully Self-Driving) Comes to China, Europe and Other Countries16 Oct,2024: Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced in July that FSD will be available in China. The FSD feature is expected to launch in the Chinese market in the first quarter of 2025.