Introduction: The Challenge of Repairing Thin Metal Components Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. When a machine breaks down and you need to repair or replace a sheet metal spare parts,…
Introduction: The Ugly Truth About Support Marks Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. One of the most common frustrations I hear from clients using SLA 3D Printing Service is: “The part…
Introduction: The Complexity Crossroads Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. One of the most common questions I hear from designers is: “Can my part be machined on a standard 3-Axis CNC…
Introduction: Your Trusted Partner in Precision Manufacturing Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a senior manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. For over 12 years, our factory has delivered high-quality custom plastic injection molding solutions to clients across…
Introduction: The Traditional Manufacturing Penalty Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. In traditional manufacturing — CNC machining, injection molding, or casting — complexity costs money. A simple bracket with straight walls…
Introduction: Why MIG Is the First Choice for Sheet Metal Spare Parts Welding Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. In years of sheet metal fabrication, I deal with Sheet Metal Spare…
Introduction: The Testing Dilemma Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. Every week, engineers ask me: “Should I use FDM or SLA for my functional mechanical test parts?” The answer depends on…
Introduction: The Aluminum Crossroads Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. When engineers need an aluminum part, they typically reach for 6061 — the workhorse of CNC machining. But in recent years,…
Introduction: The Allure of Clear 3D Printed Parts Hi, I’m Barry Zeng, a manufacturing engineer at Shanghai Yunyan Prototype & Mould Manufacture Factory. One of the most common requests I receive for SLA 3D Printing Parts is: “Can you make…