Hello everyone! My name is Andrezza, but I go by Andy, and I'm part of the Emergent Team. I'm excited to tell you about some new developments in our products. Today, we'll be talking about the main frame.
The main frame was the very first products we developed. We went through over 100 iterations to get it just right. Recently, we've made some improvements I can't wait for you to experience. It is now lighter and more robust. Let me tell you how we got there.
In the early stages of developing our product, we relied on 3D printing technology for our prototypes. At the time, 3D printing was still relatively new and lacked the precision we needed for our designs. The imperfections and inconsistencies in the printed pieces made it difficult to create the level of detail and durability we were aiming for.
To solve this problem, we pivoted to using a laser cutter and acrylic plastic, which offered a significant boost in precision. The laser cutter allowed us to produce clean, accurate cuts, giving us the exact measurements we needed. However, while acrylic has many strengths—especially in terms of rigidity and appearance—it does come with one major drawback: brittleness. Under high strain or rough handling, such as during shipping, the acrylic pieces could crack or break. While breakage was rare, it still occurred occasionally.
As time passed, 3D printing technology evolved significantly. Today’s 3D printers offer far greater precision and reliability than those available during our first attempts. We’ve now decided to return to 3D printing for several reasons. First, the plastic used in modern 3D printing is much more pliable than acrylic, making it far more resistant to breakage under strain. This pliability will reduce the chances of damage during shipping or heavy use.
Additionally, 3D printing allows us to reduce the fill of the plastic without sacrificing strength. As a result, our redesigned mainframes, along with components like the Red/Green and Polarized clips, will be significantly lighter, making the product easier to handle and transport.
By returning to 3D printing, we’re combining the precision and flexibility of today’s advanced technology with the durability that our customers have come to expect. It’s an exciting step forward, and we’re confident that this evolution will enhance both the quality and user experience of our product.
Thank you for reading our blog!
See you on the next one.
Andy.
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