Join the experts from Novastar, HP, and BASF on August 27th, 2020 at 12pm EST for an in-depth webinar on working with the latest HP 3D material – Polypropylene. [Read more…] about Webinar – HP 3D Printing Polypropylene: Intro & Applications
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HP 3D Printers utilized to help in the fight against COVID-19 in Michigan
Beaumont and Henry Ford Hospitals in Detroit each received 100 3D printed parts in an effort to repeat the success of a Northwell NY hospital to adapt BiPAP/CPAP machines to work more like ventilators for COVID-19 patients. The Detroit hospitals will conduct independent evaluations of the parts and determine if any design changes are needed.
Novastar Solutions of Livonia MI printed the 3D thermo-plastic parts on their HP 4200 3D printer. The parts are air-tight and can be sanitized. HP contacted Novastar requesting their assistance and provided the computer file used to print the parts.
Novastar Solutions is an HP Inc. partner selling and servicing HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printers. Novastar’s Livonia, MI demonstration center houses three HP 3D Printers. Other Novastar efforts to join in the COVID-19 fight included 3D printing face shield frames (PPE) and medical mask adjusters using open source design files available on HP’s 3D printer website.
April 29 Novastar shipped 150 face shields to Pomeroy Living to distribute to healthcare workers at four assisted living facilities in Southeast Michigan.
MAGNET – a northern Ohio Manufacturing Extension Partner – contacted Novastar and requested 3D printing of a set of 12 prototype parts for a ventilator being developed by the University of Illinois. The ventilator is needed by hospitals in the Cleveland area.
An internist in the Ascension and Beaumont health systems in the Detroit area requested Novastar 3D print an adapter that allows one to connect a filter to a full-face snorkel mask for protection from corona virus.
Novastar donated time on the 3D printers, materials and their engineering and operation teams to meet the requests. Novastar’s CEO David Baumgarten says “I can’t hold my guys back at our 3D printing center – they get any requests for anything like this, they’re printing parts. We’re all excited to help and maybe save some lives.”
‘We’re all excited to help’ — Livonia tech company building parts for Metro Detroit hospitals
Hospitals are looking for ways to get the most out of the ventilators they do have on hand.
NovaStar Solutions, located on Plymouth Road in Livonia, sells 3D printers and converted its demonstration lab into a place to make ventilator parts. [Read more…] about ‘We’re all excited to help’ — Livonia tech company building parts for Metro Detroit hospitals
Novastar Continues to Provide Critical/Essential Services
Novastar will continue to provide:
- Calibration Services
- HP3D Printer Services
- Computing and IT Services
Novastar continues operations during the COVID-19 pandemic to support our critical/essential customers. We do so while engaging in best practices for social distancing, sanitizing our workplace and personal hygiene. Please contact your Novastar Account Manager or customer service representative for needed products and services.
You may reach us by emailing info@novastar.net or utilizing the contact form.
Now Offering Dimensional Inspection
Novastar is proud to announce our Calibration Lab is now offering accredited dimensional inspection services. [Read more…] about Now Offering Dimensional Inspection
Special Offer and Presentation: Materialise Magics Software
Join the experts from Novastar and Materialise for a special presentation on Materialise Magics software, and the benefits it can provide for the full HP Jet Fusion 3D Printing Portfolio. This extensive and user-friendly tool will help you save time on data preparation, printing, and finishing to reduce the lead time of your projects. All attendees will receive a free 45 day trial of Magics Software and one-day training session ($600 value).
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Novastar Solutions Calibration Lab Expanding Capabilities | Dimensional Inspection
Published by Novastar Solutions (Livonia, MI)
LIVONIA, MI NOVEMBER 25
Novastar Solutions Calibration Lab is proud to announce we will be expanding our capabilities to better serve our customers. As we prepare this new service we welcome any inquiries in order to ensure we can fulfill your requirements with this new service. Contact us today so to begin the conversation! Stay tuned for future updates on this development.
Presentation on Expanded Materials for HP3D during November 21st Open House
Presentation on Expanded Materials for HP3D | November 21st, 2019 | 10:00am
Published by Novastar Solutions (Livonia, MI)
LIVONIA, MI NOVEMBER 4
Join Novastar for our final Open House of 2019 featuring a special presentation by Extol about 3D printing with Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) and Polypropylene (PP). Extol will also feature fastening processes utilized to make assemblies from parts 3D printed in these new materials.
TPU is the latest material to be released for HP 3D printers. The soft and flexible nature of TPU opens a new world of possibilities for energy absorption, bellows, ducts, seals, wearable components, and much more. Polypropylene is in development for additive manufacturing in HP 3D printers. It is a durable, low-cost material with chemical resistance. The HP MJF fusion process also ensures the parts are water-tight like their nylon counterparts.
The event will begin at 10:00am with coffee & snacks. Lunch will be served at noon during the special presentation. There will be ample opportunity to spend one-on-one time with additive manufacturing specialists, see parts being printed in real-time, and examine hundreds of demonstration parts and special applications. You are welcome to invite guests but please have them register independently so we have an accurate head count for lunch.
Join the Novastar team on October 17th for an interactive 3D Printing Open House
Our experts will be on hand with a wide assortment of functional demonstration and use-case parts. Both the 580 and 4200 Series Printers will be in operation during the event to showcase the production process of these unique additive manufacturing solutions.
You will be able to spend one-on-one time with our experts to answer any questions you may have and discuss how this technology can be used to benefit your business. Complimentary food and refreshments will be provided. You are welcome to bring others, but please have them register independently so we have an accurate head count for accommodations.
Registration Link: https://conta.cc/2LxJhli
Novastar to Exhibit at the Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technology Show
Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technology Show | September 10th-12th, 2019
Published by Novastar Solutions (Livonia, MI)
LIVONIA, MI SEPTEMBER 4
Novastar will be exhibiting during the Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technology Show at the Suburban Collection Showplace September 10th-12th. We will be presenting use cases for HP 3D Printing and the benefits this technology can offer for electric vehicles and automotive applications as a whole. Calibration representatives will also be on-site to discuss how Novastar can help ensure accurate manufacturing standards.
The Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo is the only trade show exclusively dedicated to the drive train and power systems of H/EVs. Paired with The Battery Show, the event draws more than 650 suppliers to showcase their batteries, motors, inverters, and charging and testing systems.
