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 Platinum
Ring Box Commission.
Designed using DeskArtes Design Expert software.
Commissioned by Stephen Roberts Jewellery.
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1. Our client allowed us a free hand
in the design of the box. We wanted to reflect the smooth, flowing lines
of the platinum and diamond engagement ring, so a two-part design was
decided on with a fluted base and a smooth lid. |
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models were designed incorporating a hinge system so only a pin needed to
be added during assembly. Exact dimensions were given to the models and a
wall thickness of 1mm was specified throughout. |
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3. At this stage we
created a virtual image of the box complete with ring, to show the client
via e-mail and any alterations needed could then be discussed. In fact at
any stage the client can view the models in 3-D and rotate them to view
from any angle. |
| 4. The CAD files were
then converted into an STL format, this converts the surface of the models
into a group of tiny triangles to enable the wax reproduction to take
place. In this case the waxes were produced using Thermojet Rapid
Prototyping process (basically, the machine builds up layers of wax on a
bed to produce the model.) The waxes were then trimmed, sprued, invested
and cast using the lost was casting process. |
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5. The platinum castings
weighed 208gms in total and the finished box measured 44mm x 43mm x
44mm(h).
Trimming, polishing and assembly were carried out by our client. Diamonds
and saphires were set into the lid. |
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For
more information about CAD/CAM contact:
Jonny Spinks CAD/CAM Manager.
01568 708966.
E-mail: jonny.heanstudio@dial.pipex.com
Hean
Studio Ltd, Kingsland, Herefordshire,HR6 9QU.
www.heanstudio.com
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