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WayKen’s blog aims to share our hard-earned knowledge on prototype manufacturing. We hope these articles help you to optimize your product design and better understand the world of rapid prototyping. Enjoy!

Guidelines for CNC Shops to Get ISO 9001:2015 Certified
ISO 9001: 2015 is a standard that provides guidelines for organizations to carry out production. Read on how CNC shops implement ISO 9001.

What is a Bevel (Beveling) in Engineering and Manufacturing?
Beveling is an important machining operation with various parameters and uses in engineering design. Learn all about bevels in this detailed article.

CNC Machining vs Manual Machining: A Selection Guide
CNC machining vs manual machining is confused about which one to choose. This article is about all their differences, including principles, pros and cons.

Types of Pins: A Detailed Guide to Know its Uses
Pins are universal fasteners used mostly to hold things in place. The article is about an insight into the different types of pins and how pin fasteners are made.

Depth of Cut in Machining: How to Calculate the DOC?
Depth of cut(DOC) is how deep the cutting tool gets into a workpiece and cuts through it to create a chip. Read on its calculation and other processing parameters.

What is Precipitation Hardening? Process and Benefits
Precipitation hardening is a heat treatment process used to improve alloy strength and hardness. The article discusses its process, benefits, and challenges.

Blind Hole in Machining: What it is and How to Drill?
Blind holes in machining are a standard feature. Engineers and machinists use them to increase strength and aesthetics in products. Read on more!

Engineering Design Explained: Process and Steps
The engineering design process is a detailed methodology to handle complex engineering projects. Learn more about design engineering here.

What is Vacuum Casting or Urethane Casting: A Process Guide
Vacuum casting facilitates the affordable production of plastic prototypes and small-batch parts. Here are the urethane casting process, materials, and applications.

Design For Manufacturing: Principles, Objectives, and Uses
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) enables efficient and economical manufacturing of products. There are various DFM processes in rapid prototyping. Read more.

Plastic Manufacturing Guide: Types of Plastics and its Processes
The plastic manufacturing process involves several techniques. Discover the key steps, and types of plastic for this production process.

Counterbore vs. Spotface Holes: What’re the Differences?
Counterbores and spotface holes are important hole making techniques in machining. It is common to confuse them. Read about their differences.