Training Center
The Top 3D Shop educational platform, aimed at a wide audience, presents programs for training qualified specialists in operating 3D equipment, technical sessions in association with leading manufacturers of 3D printers and 3D scanners, as well as training courses for staff of partner-companies in selling 3D solutions and maintaining the equipment.
By applying skills and knowledge acquired during the courses at the training center, participants have the opportunity to optimize production processes and improve the quality of products using 3D equipment and software. The training facility presents ready-made training programs and develops individual courses for specific client projects.
Prices start at $95. For group rates, please, contact us.
Our programs include:
3D Printing Masterclass (Basic)
3D Printing Masterclass (Advanced)
3D Scanning Masterclass (Basic)
3D Scanning Masterclass (Advanced)
Post-processing in 3D Printing Masterclass
Digital Dentistry Masterclass
Robotics Masterclass
3D Printing in Casting Masterclass
3D Printing Masterclass (Basic)
This basic-level 3D printing Masterclass will give you useful knowledge about additive technologies. Full program:
- FDM and SLA 3D printing technologies;
- Areas of application of FDM and SLA 3D printing;
- Main material types used in 3D printing;
- Popular slicers: Simplify 3D, Cura, Slic3r, Kisslicer;
- Test printing demonstration;
- 3D printing use cases in production of various sizes in different industries, from single prototypes to large batches;
- Q&A.
3D Printing Masterclass (Advanced)
At this advanced-level 3D printing masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- Changing settings of the printer to achieve higher quality;
- Working with software, competent preparation of models for printing;
- The most common errors and how to avoid them (detailed analysis of FDM and SLA);
- Modes and profiles for various materials (not only PLA, ABS, but also complex engineering filaments like Nylon, PEEK, etc);
- Tricks for minimizing resources used to produce finished products;
- Choosing equipment, considering all relevant factors;
- Dispelling myths and misconceptions about 3D printing;
- Q&A.
3D Scanning Masterclass (Basic)
This basic-level 3D scanning Masterclass will give you useful knowledge about scanning of 3D objects.
Full program:
- 3D scanning technologies, their essence and unique features;
- Application of 3D scanning in different areas;
- Practice of using stationary and handheld scanners;
- Subsequent processing of obtained 3D models;
- Q&A.
3D Scanning Masterclass (Advanced)
At this advanced-level 3D scanning masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- Choosing 3D scanning software, considering all relevant factors like equipment, your goals, experience;
- Choosing 3D scanning technology and equipment depending on the goals;
- How to simplify 3D scanning for unqualified personnel;
- How to make processing of received files faster, more accurate and efficient - practical tips on working with objects, equipment and software;
- Common errors during scanning and how to avoid them;
- Scan and tell: a detailed step-by-step analysis of the scanning process, answering your questions;
- Myths about 3D scanning: the most common misconceptions and their detailed analysis;
- 3D scanning use cases in production sector: metrology, quality control, reverse engineering, robot vision;
- Q&A.
Post-processing in 3D Printing Masterclass
At this post-processing masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- Preferred post-processing methods depending on the product material and printing technology;
- Order of post-processing steps, depending on the 3D printing technology;
- Connecting 3D printed parts into single object: gluing, soldering, removing seams;
- Mechanical post-processing: equipment, tools and how to use them;
- Chemical post-processing and coating: chemical agents and their effect, etching and painting;
- Thermal post-processing: just don’t burn it up;
- UV post-processing: not just under sunlight;
- Post-processing cases of improving the quality of surfaces and product strength;
- Q&A.
Digital Dentistry Masterclass
At this masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- 3D scanning, 3D modeling, 3D printing in dentistry - from digital imaging to finished product;
- 3D printing in dentistry, new opportunities and benefits: speed and accuracy;
- Latest releases of 3D equipment for dentistry: specifications, components, maintainability, technical support, software;
- How to create higher quality fitting details, on the example of Anycubic Photon S;
- Removable metal structures printed using the SLS technology, costs and prospects;
- 3D-scanning and processing 3D models to create aligners, crowns, implants, surgical guides;
- Prospects for the development of 3D technologies in dentistry and how to implement them in dental clinics;
- Q&A.
Robotics Masterclass
At this masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- Relevant types of commercial robots;
- Current trends in industrial robotics;
- Fields of application of industrial robots;
- Actuators and components of robotic arms, overview of additional equipment;
- Features of robot-environment interaction, and interaction with other devices, protocols and interfaces;
- Robot programming, basic concepts, programming interfaces;
- Difficulties in system integration and design of a robotic cell;
- Principles of robotic automation by Lean Robotics;
- Set of operations to create your own automated cell;
- Economic effect of integration, ROI;
- Q&A.
3D Printing in Casting Masterclass
At the 3D printing in casting masterclass you will receive useful knowledge on the following topics:
- 3D printers for making casting molds and master models;
- 3D milling machines for making casting molds and master models;
- Choosing equipment and materials depending on your goals and capabilities;
- Vacuum casting by pouring plastic into silicone molds made on the basis of 3D printed master models;
- Metal casting, necessary equipment and materials, detailed procedure;
- Varieties and applications of waxes and burnable resins;
- Demonstration of samples made using different casting technologies with 3D printing and milling;
- Use cases of digital technologies in production, for casting and mold manufacturing;
- Q&A.
