January 2013 Archives

Realize Employee Profile – Steve Leisure

What do you do at Realize?

Finishing department – take care of SLA builds. Set up and maintain the SLA machines. We take care of post-curing parts and finishing parts. When prototypes come out of the machines we get the resin off, a rinse bath and post-cure procedure.

What are the different types of finishes you deal with?

There is the strip and ship knock off supports and send to customer style…that is for quick orders.

Standard finish – little more detail, sanding out build lines making it look pretty.

Detailed finish – high end extra steps. Usually paint or clear coat.

Give me an example of a typical challenge for you at work?

Sometimes we are asked to build a part as fast as possible by request of the customer, and if we rush it too much and then don’t compensate time for sanding…we are behind. It’s a delicate balance.

Favorite item you worked on here at Realize?

For one project we worked on crossbow parts. I’m a hunter so that was cool.

Name some of your favorite things in the world.

Hunting and fishing, my family. I have 2 girls 9 and 12…and have been married 15 years. I also enjoy gambling.

How does Realize do things differently than the competition?

Our customer support is the best.

Favorite meal?

Moms dessert cheesecake…its strawberry….side of lobster macaroni from Capital Grille and for the entree any hibachi style food…wash it down with a nice Scotch.

What music are you listening to right now?

Dave Matthews Band…. and I like Sting….

You can take two movies with you to space…which do you bring?

Pearl Harbor, Gladiator….

One word that describes you?

Family.

One thing you would like to Rapid Prototype?

My wife…

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January 25, 2013 Blog

Realize Employee Profile – Alan Conlu

What do you do at Realize?

Client Success Manager. I manage a core group of clients and projects that flow through the office. Make sure they are accurate and satisfied. Follow up on new prospects and clients.

What attributes are needed for your position?

Good attitude and work well with a group, you need to perform at a high level. Problem solver and communicate well.

How did you get here?

I got my design degree from Purdue…worked on industrial design, product development , 3D CAD materials and processes and Rapid Prototyping. Things have changed alot in past 12 years…the market is larger and the technology has taken off…the tech in materials have improved so much.

Name some of your favorite things in the world.

Concerts, working out….weights and cardio..sports…Purdue and Colts…not IU…skiing too.

How does Realize do things differently than the competition?

I think the people and personalities are strong and important. We focus on giving our full attention to customers. Faster service and personal touch go a long way. We strive to stay upfront and focus on getting as much information ahead of time. This makes the entire process easier, there is less email and it streamlines communication and the process for a higher degree of success for our clients projects.

Favorite meal?

Steak…bone in rib-eye…Ruth Chris is my favorite…no butter…ruins the taste and sweet potato casserole with a nice big glass Fat Tire…and for dessert…Creme Brûlée!

What music are you listening to right now?

I listen to rock and rap. But Dave Matthews Band is my favorite and the Black Keys…Flo Rida is great for workouts.

You can take two movies with you to space…which do you bring?

Princess Bride and Wedding Crashers.

One word that describes you?

Focused.

What elements of the Rapid Prototyping world fascinates you most?

The Idea of generating a real world model from 3D data, translating and converting that CAD file to something that you can feel and touch. People are amazed at what is possible…things had to be man made in the past and now we have technology that creates using materials and machines.

Any particular jobs at Realize that stand out to you?

Some of the jobs that we can’t talk about are the most exciting, and that is tough but secret projects are cool.

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January 18, 2013 Blog

Realize Employee Profile – Charlie Guernsey

What is your role at Realize?

Master Painter and detail specialist.

I work on projects that require a little more attention and detail. Lots of painting and clear coat techniques. It takes some thought and creativity to bring some of these prototypes to life.

Which item you have worked on was the most fascinating?

The naughty librarian of course….a client asked for a desktop model of one of his products…it’s 25 pieces and hardest part of creating it was blending skin tones and making the stockings look real.

What do you think are the attributes required to do your job?

Multitasking and staying efficient are a must. You need to constantly think outside of the box.

Name some of your favorite things in the world.

Good dry English humor…if you can’t have fun you might as well be dead…so I try to have fun. I like to paint miniatures, play war games, war hammer table top war game is my current favorite. I like to read and consider myself a military history junkie. My favorite war is WWII.

How does Realize do things differently than the competition?

Realize allows for independent thought and creativity. This allows employees to flourish and ultimately that benefits the customer and makes a huge difference.

Favorite meal?

Taco bar at any restaurant….I love tacos.

What music are you listening to right now?

Rush…it’s all Rush all the time…favorite song is Time Stand Still.

You can take two movies with you on a trip out to space…which do you bring?

Star Wars original and Lord of the Rings.

One word that describes you?

Fun.

One thing you would like to Rapid Prototype for yourself?

A Sherman Tank….its a big M4 WWII tank.

January 11, 2013 Blog, Realize Team

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