As technology surrounding CNC machining continues to evolve, so do the applications and benefits it offers to the manufacturing sector.
RapidMade's Manufacturing Team Expands with Summer Heat
RapidMade has expanded its manufacturing staff this summer. Please join us in welcoming:
Drew Christensen
All the way from the distant land of Wisconsin is our new Shop Technician, Drew Christensen. He's been a mold maker, fab tech, model maker, and everything in between. You can find Drew kayaking, fishing, or camping when he's not doing side woodworking projects. His ideal job would be what he's doing now, working with his hands. We're happy to have Drew join the team.
Max Poroj
Max Poroj, a specialist in CNC programming, machining, and manual programming, is our new Mill & Machining Operator. When he's not taking wrestling with his 5 kids, he loves to go camping with them to enjoy the outdoors. He's a big fan of dark science fiction, 3D modeling, and listening to audio books and podcasts in his free time. Welcome to RapidMade, Max!
Cameron York
Our newest 3D Print Tech, Cameron York, is an Oregon-native packaging manager and 3D modeler. He spends his off hours playing Frisbee golf, camping, and skateboarding. His dream job would be to own a 3D modeling studio. We're excited to see what you can create, Cameron!
Ryan Colindres
Ryan was recently promoted to the position of Shop Supervisor. He grew up cage-free, Oregon-raised in Eugene and is an Industrial Designer. When he's not running the shop, he's creating, modeling, and designing; he craves adventures. You can find Ryan biking, swimming, hiking, and "camping, baby". Ryan hopes some day to be a serial entrepreneur. Congratulions, Ryan!
NAS Pax River Event Features Mobile 3D Printing to Promote STEAM
NAWCAD's FabLab will be open to visitors at Technology and Arts Expo (DCmilitary.com - photo credit)
We were living in Maryland just when interest in 3D printing was being fueled by technological breakthroughs and extensive media hype. A consortium of additive manufacturing advocates there preached its potential to accelerate business development if educators insured a ready and willing workforce. One locale heeding its message is Southern Maryland, home to the Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River. To promote interest in STEM, NAS Pax River volunteers will host an event this Saturday at the Technology and Arts Expo at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum.
A featured attraction will be NAWCAD's FabLab:
“a place where makers can take their ideas from concept to prototype for projects involving rapid prototyping, accelerated modeling and collaborative learning opportunities.”
The FabLab houses 3D printers, CNC mills and laser cutters and other prototyping equipment.
This region, nestled between the Potomac and Patuxent, is often better known for its access to the Chesapeake Bay than advanced technology - despite the expansive naval base. Hopefully these enthusiastic advocates will change that perception - almost makes me miss Maryland.