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What we write about industrial visualisation, augmented and virtual reality. Not trend pieces; practical notes on how the work is done, what it costs and what it solves.

Industrial Animation

Industrial animation is an important technological tool that reveals the technical specifications of a working machine or a part.

13 August 2026 · 7 min read
Augmented Reality

How Does Web-Based Augmented Reality Work? A 3D Product Experience Without an App

What is web-based AR and how does it work without downloading an app? The difference between WebXR, AR Quick Look and Scene Viewer, GLB and USDZ formats, and a practical setup guide for machine manufacturers.

02 July 2026 · 7 min read
Virtual Reality

Operator Training with VR: Reducing the Cost of Unplanned Downtime

How does virtual reality operator training work, and what cost does it reduce? Rates of downtime caused by human error, VR training effectiveness research, and an implementation model for machine manufacturers.

18 June 2026 · 7 min read
Industrial Rendering

3D Rendering from CAD Data: Working with STEP, IGES and Native Formats

How is a 3D render produced from a CAD file? Preparing STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, Inventor and CATIA files, simplification, material definition and delivery formats.

05 June 2026 · 6 min read
Industry

Reducing Trade Fair and Shipping Costs with a Digital Twin

What does it really cost to transport a machine to a trade fair, and how much of that does a digital twin cover? A comparison of booth, shipping and setup costs against 3D, AR and VR alternatives.

21 May 2026 · 5 min read
Industry

Before the Buyer Calls You: Digital Visibility in Machine Sales

B2B buyers complete around 70% of the purchasing process without speaking to a sales rep. What does this mean for machine manufacturers, and how do you build digital visibility?

08 May 2026 · 6 min read

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