29 August, 2025

Vacuum Casting for Prototyping: Design Guide

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...

28 August, 2025

How to Choose Surface Finishes for CNC Car Parts

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.

27 August, 2025

Top 5 Die Casting Alloys for Corrosion Resistance

This article spotlights the top 5 corrosion-resistant die casting alloys for Australia’s climates (coastal salt, inland temperature swings). It details each on corrosion resistance, mechanics, climate fit, and OEM uses, plus compares them, covers Aussie OEM adaptation, testing, cost vs longevity, and answers FAQs.

26 August, 2025

How to Design Sheet Metal Prototypes for Cars

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.

25 August, 2025

Hybrid Prototyping: CNC and 3D Printing

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...

24 August, 2025

Regional vs. Global Material Sourcing: Cost Comparison

Choosing between regional and global sourcing involves more than just material costs. Regional offers speed and reliability; global offers lower costs but more risk. A hybrid strategy balances both for optimal results.

23 August, 2025

Injection Molding Common Issues & Solutions

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.

22 August, 2025

Top 7 Surface Finishes for Prototyping

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.

21 August, 2025

How to Choose the Right 3D Printing Material

When selecting 3D printing materials, it is important first to clarify the requirements of the project or industry. This article provides a detailed overview of common materials and advanced materials, including their characteristics and application scenarios.

20 August, 2025

5 Key Points for Controlling CNC Machining Accuracy

Explore five essential factors for achieving precision in CNC machining, from tool selection to workpiece setup, to enhance quality and reduce errors.

18 August, 2025

Metal 3D Printing Services: A New Option for High-Precision Manufacturing

Metal 3D printing enables high-precision, complex parts with material efficiency. Ideal for aerospace, medical & automotive applications requiring lightweight, strong components beyond CNC capabilities.

16 August, 2025

Sustainable Mold Assembly Practices: Reducing Carbon Footprint

Under EU CBAM policy, Mastars adopts sustainable mold assembly practices and carbon management to achieve green manufacturing and economic benefits.

14 August, 2025

Rapid Prototyping for the Automotive Industry From Concept to Prototype in Days

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.

12 August, 2025

Future Trends in the Injection Molding Industry: Digitization and Sustainability

The injection molding industry's transformation is driven by digitization (IoT, AI, digital twins) and sustainability (eco-materials, energy efficiency). Challenges include costs and skills, while opportunities involve market growth and innovation. The convergence enhances efficiency and eco-friendliness.

05 December, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover is partnering with Dow and Andover to recycle used polyurethan

Dow, Jaguar Land Rover, and Andorra announced a major technological breakthrough in the closed-loop recycling of used polyurethane seat foam, the industry's first application for new automotive seats, which currently contains 20 percent recycled polyol and will continue to increase the percentage in the future.

28 November, 2024

Mendaera Raises $73 Million to Finalize Its Handheld Robotic Device

A healthcare robotics start-up Mendaera raised $73 million in its Series B funding round. The latest financing will help the company's efforts to scale robotics and AI across mainstream medical procedures with its handheld robotic interventional platform.

26 November, 2024

Mastars's 2024 company trip to Guilin

Mastars's 2024 company trip saw all our team members come to the beautiful Guilin, Guangxi to celebrate the company's growth and the dedication of its 124-strong team this past year.

12 November, 2024

Honda Introduces One-piece Molding Equipment for EV Parts

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 ...

02 November, 2024

OpenAI develops its own chips

OpenAI is working with Broadcom and TSMC to build the first “in-house” chip to support its artificial intelligence systems.

31 October, 2024

ORNL Combines 3D Printing and Thermal Isostatic Pressing to Manufacture Large Me

ORNL has proposed a solution that combines 3D printing with the PM-HIP process. Firstly, 3D printing technology is used to create a complex mold structure, and then the metal powder is densely molded under high temperature and pressure by hot isostatic pressing technology.