FAQ
Below you will find answers to the most common questions we are asked about CASTOR - the manufacturers’ gateway for 3D printing. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us.
General
1. What types of files does CASTOR support and are files uploaded as an assembly?
We want to help manufacturers save time and money by unlocking the benefits of industrial 3D printing.
What will you find inside?
3D Printability Keys
How many parts can be technically and economically printable, and what are the top reasons for parts' unprintability?
Costs Savings in AM
When can AM save costs vs. traditional manufacturing, and how to identify the potential savings per production?
DfAM Tools
How common is it to find weight reduction and parts consolidation opportunities within your projects?
Discover unique key industry knowledge that hasn't been documented before
CASTOR's software enables manufacturers to automatically analyze their CAD files and discover when it makes sense to 3D prints parts from both a technical and economical point of view.
Over the past two years, more than 30,000 manufacturing projects have been uploaded to CASTOR's software, providing a unique perspective on how parts are being designed and their suitability for AM.
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Manufacturing Trends Report