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Casting Without Guesswork: Why Predictability Matters More Than Speed
Read more: Casting Without Guesswork: Why Predictability Matters More Than SpeedSpeed gets the attention.Predictability builds the business. In jewelry casting, most problems don’t come from how fast a job moves — they come from uncertainty. Unclear pricing. Unclear timelines. Unclear expectations about what will actually arrive in the box. That’s why experienced designers don’t optimize…
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From File to Fire: The Modern Casting Pipeline Designers Rely On
Read more: From File to Fire: The Modern Casting Pipeline Designers Rely OnIn the jewelry industry, the casting process has traditionally been a black box. Designers send a file, wait for a quote, wait for a timeline, and hope the finished piece matches what they envisioned. That uncertainty is exactly what the modern workflow eliminates. Today, casting…
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Wax vs. Resin Models for Jewelry Casting: Choosing the Right Material for Your Design
Read more: Wax vs. Resin Models for Jewelry Casting: Choosing the Right Material for Your DesignToday’s jewelry workflow supports both traditional wax models and modern castable resins. Each has its advantages depending on the design, the level of detail, and the workflow expectations. Here’s a clear breakdown of how both materials perform in a casting environment. 1. Wax Models: Traditional,…
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Why Jewelry Castings Fail: 7 Problems Designers Can Avoid Before Uploading a File
Read more: Why Jewelry Castings Fail: 7 Problems Designers Can Avoid Before Uploading a FileIn jewelry casting, most failures don’t happen in the metal — they happen long before the pour.Weak geometry, improper supports, porosity-prone areas, and incorrect wall thicknesses all originate in CAD. The casting house can’t fix those mistakes once the model is printed. Here are the…
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How Jewelry Casting Works: A Simple Guide for Designers
Read more: How Jewelry Casting Works: A Simple Guide for DesignersIn jewelry manufacturing, casting is the step that turns your 3D model into a solid, workable metal part. Designers often understand CAD, measurements, and client revisions — but the foundry side can feel distant. This guide explains the casting process in simple terms so you…