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Brian Does Things LLC

Empowering Creation

Getting Started:

Q: “Getting Your First Parts Printed” – Do I need my own 3D printer to work with you?

A: No. If you don’t have a print lab yet (or your printers are overloaded), I can act as your external print partner. You send your files or ideas, and I help you turn them into real test parts and prototypes.

Q: “Bringing Ideas Off the Screen” – What if I only have an idea or rough sketch?

A: That’s totally fine. I can help you move from concept to a 3D model, then to a printed part. We’ll discuss what the part needs to do, where it will be used, and choose materials and geometry that make sense.

Q: “What You Can Print Next” – What kinds of parts can you print?

A: Common projects include brackets, fixtures, test rigs, enclosures, mounts, jigs, and concept models. If you’re not sure if something is a good candidate for 3D printing, I’ll help you evaluate it before you commit.

Workflows & Training:

Q: “Building a 3D Printing Workflow” – Can you help design a full workflow, not just print parts?

A: Yes. I help organizations build end-to-end workflows: how requests come in, how files are prepped, how jobs are scheduled, how quality is checked, and how results are captured so your process is repeatable.

Q: “Training Your Team” – Who is your training designed for?

A: I work with engineers, technicians, makers, and even non-technical staff who need to understand what’s possible with 3D printing. Training can be tailored for beginners, intermediate users, or teams already running a lab.

Q: How do you deliver training—remote or onsite?

A: Both. I offer remote sessions (screen share, live slicing, Q&A) and onsite visits for hands-on work with your machines, your parts, and your team in their actual environment.

Q: “Scaling a Mini Print Farm” – Can you help us grow from one printer to several?

A: Yes. I can help you decide what to add, how to organize multiple machines, how to standardize profiles and procedures, and how to track print jobs so your “pile of printers” behaves like a small production cell.

Q: Can you support us long term, not just one-off jobs?

A: Yes. I can start with one-off prints or a single training session, then grow into ongoing support—helping you refine settings, document workflows, and plan future equipment as your needs expand.

Design & Prototyping:

Q: “Designing for Additive Manufacturing” – Can you help improve our part designs?

A: I can review existing parts or concepts and suggest changes that make them easier to print, stronger, lighter, or faster to produce—using design-for-additive (DfAM) best practices.

Q: “From CAD to Printed Part” – What file formats do you accept and deliver?

A: I can work with and provide files in STEP, 3MF, OBJ, and STL, plus PDF drawing definitions when you need clear dimensions and notes for documentation or manufacturing.

Q: “Prototypes, Fixtures, and Test Parts” – Do you only do prototypes, or also functional parts?

A: I support early visual prototypes, fit checks, functional test parts, and certain end-use components (depending on load, environment, and material). We’ll discuss what the part needs to handle and choose the right approach.

Q: “Turning Ideas into Parts” – What does the typical process look like?

A: Usually: you share your idea, use case, or CAD; we discuss requirements; I help refine the design if needed; we select material and printing process; then I print, review results with you, and iterate if necessary.

Technology & Materials:

Q: What 3D printing technologies do you use?

A: I currently offer FDM (filament-based) and SLA (resin-based) printing. FDM is great for functional, durable parts and larger pieces; SLA shines for high detail, smooth surfaces, and small precision features.

Q: What materials can you print with?

A: For FDM printing, I support a range of common engineering and prototyping filaments that print under 350 °C, including:

  • PLA – Easy to print; ideal for early prototypes and form/fit checks
  • ABS – Stronger and more heat resistant than PLA for functional testing
  • ASA – UV- and weather-resistant alternative to ABS for outdoor use
  • PETG – Good balance of strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance
  • TPU – Flexible and impact-resistant for seals, gaskets, and protective parts
  • Nylon (PA) – Tough and wear-resistant for functional components
  • Nylon blends (glass-filled or carbon-reinforced) – Increased stiffness and strength for demanding applications
  • Polycarbonate (PC) – High strength and temperature resistance for structural and test parts

For SLA printing, I use resins selected for detail, surface finish, and specific functional requirements, such as visual models or small test components.

Material selection depends on part geometry, performance requirements, and intended use; final recommendations are made in collaboration with your team to ensure the best fit for the application.

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