FROGBlog - 3D Foam Carving Central

Big Bird

Tue, 01 May 2012 21:05:00 GMT

A training project at our most recent FROG3D® install in Las Vegas saw a bird model scanned and then enlarged. Thought it was something worth crowing about. Get it? I said 'crowing' and this is a project involving a crow. Awesome.

The Fun Begins at WaterFX

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Our tech Vanessa is just back from Las Vegas where she got the gang at WaterFX up and running with their new FROG3D® system. If the pictures are any indication, WaterFX is ready to roll, and Vanessa is probably thinking there are worse places to stay during an install than on the Vegas strip. Viva FROG3D®.

Miami Heat's 'Big 3'

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:50:00 GMT

We introduced our new clients PrimeTime Amusements a few weeks ago. They're not only getting their new FROG3D® system set up this week, but they've also been in the news a lot lately thanks to the 20 foot versions of the Miami Heat's 'Big 3' they created. These pictures show the scale of this project. Can't wait to see more of their work.

Streamline Welcomes Water FX

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 21:57:00 GMT

We're excited to welcome Water FX to the FROG3D® family. Based in Las Vegas, Water FX specializes in the creation of stunning aquatic projects, including pools, spas, water features, day spa treatment rooms and fire features. Their work is especially prominent throughout Vegas, with a client list that reads like a who's who of landmark hotels. Now that they have the power of FROG3D® in their corner, we can't wait to see their next projects. Welcome!

Check out their work at www.waterfx.net.

GuitarMania at Icon Poly

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:55:00 GMT

Our friends over at Icon Poly Design Studio recently wrapped up a kick butt project for a project called GuitarMania that's turning heads in Cleveland. GuitarMania is a community public art project in Greater Cleveland that raises millions of dollars for the United Way and for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum's education programs. It features dozens of 10 foot tall replicas of Fender Stratocaster guitars transformed into works of art by local artists and national celebrities. The guitars are then displayed throughout Cleveland for all to enjoy.

Icon Poly have become masters of creating these kinds of public art projects with their FROG3D® system and a proprietary short production run process. They were nice enough to share some pictures of the process with us, and we're nice enough to share them with you. The pictures below show the basic process, including the original guitar, components being 3D scanned with FROGScan™, the guitar being milled on the FROGMill™ and the final versions ready for painting.

To see the creations that the guitars are turned into, check out the GuitarMania website.

Rock on Icon Poly.

Streamline Welcomes PrimeTime Amusements

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:13:00 GMT

Streamline Automation would like to welcome PrimeTime Amusements to the FROG3D® family. PrimeTime has grown to become a global leader in the video arcade world, and they have recently started their very own theming division. If their first projects are any indication, these guys are going to be doing some amazing work with the FROG3D® system in their corner. We'll show off their work as they get rolling.

In the meantime, check them out at www.primetimeamusements.com or on their Facebook page.

Streamline Welcomes The Nassal Company

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:47:00 GMT

Streamline Automation is happy to welcome The Nassal Company to the FROG3D® family. Nassal has established a reputation as one of the world's leading theming companies. Their client list reads like a who's who of industry heavyweights, including Walt Disney World, Six Flags, Nickelodeon, Coca-Cola and LEGO to name a few. We're proud that Nassal chose FROG3D® and we're looking forward to seeing what they can do with their system. We'll highlight their work in the near future. In the meantime, check 'em out at www.nassal.com.

A team from Nassal has joined us in Calgary for a week of training. Hailing from Florida, word has it that they are thoroughly enjoying our current snowstorm and -10º weather. Canada says 'you're welcome'.

Spotted Tail Goes To Washington

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:23:00 GMT

Another fine piece of work from Bollinger Atelier in Arizona. The crew there recently completely an enlargement of sculptor Glenna Goodacre's 'Spotted Tail Goes To Washington'. Bollinger Atelier used their FROG3D® system to scan a 16" maquette of the sculpture and then perfectly enlarge it to 8' using the system's toolpathing and 3D milling capabilities. The pics below show the final enlargement along with one of the individual pieces prior to assembly. Nice.

Bjork's Harp Belt

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:27:00 GMT

While not necessarily foam carving related, Streamline Automation client Bollinger Atelier recently completed a unique project with the FROG3D® system that's worth sharing. Recording artist Bjork's most recent video and album artwork sees her wearing/playing a fully functional and tuned harp belt.

Fabricated for New York based fashion label threeASFOUR, Bollinger Atelier used their FROG3D® system to create the sculpture/instrument in wood (showing that the system is capable of carving a range of mediums beyond foam). While it's functionality as an instrument is clear, no word on how good this particular belt is at holding up a pair of pants.

Check out Bjork's video featuring the harp belt here.

The pictures below show the final product, along with the piece being milled on the FROGMill™ foam router and also a screen shot of the piece in the design software.

The Phantom Warrior

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:09:00 GMT

The Phantom Warrior is the symbol of the III Corps, a corps of the US Army headquartered at Fort Hood, Texas. Symbolizing the power, strength and maneuverability of this heavy armored corps, the Warrior is a pretty impressive and intimidating character.

FROG3D® client Deep in the Heart Art Foundry was commissioned to create a huge bronze version of the Warrior to stand at the entrance of the III Corps' headquarters. The statue casts an impressive shadow to say the least. The pictures below show the final product, along with the foam enlargement of the piece, which served as a base for the molding process. Thanks to their FROG3D® system, Deep in the Heart is able to create their foam enlargements with an efficient process that offers perfect scale and accuracy. Just sayin'.

I bet this mascot could beat up your mascot.

Deep in the Heart Art Foundry - Texas Tech Ring

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:47:00 GMT

Located in Bastrop, Texas, Deep in the Heart Art Foundry (DITH) has established a strong reputation for their phenomenal craftsmanship and large-scale work. They are a full service foundry that can take care of everything from project conception to installation, with stunning results.

DITH have generously shared production photos from some of their recent projects. These photos not only show what DITH is capable of, but they also give a good overview of the process and the role that 3D foam carving plays early on. Deep in the Heart uses the FROG3D® foam carving system to create their enlargements in foam, which then serve as a foundation for the molding process.

The project below is an exact replica of the Texas Tech class ring, but just a bit bigger than you might expect. Standing over 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 2 tons, it's aptly nicknamed 'Two Tons of Tradition'. The shots below provide a glimpse into the process.

Check out DITH at their website www.deepintheheart.net, and look for more of their highlighted work here in the near future.

Foam enlargement (created using the FROG3D® system)...

Prepping the foam...

Creating the mold...

After patina...

Installation...

Check out the school's perspective in this video.

Happy New Year!

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:49:00 GMT

Happy Holidays from Streamline Automation

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:46:00 GMT

A Classical Interlude

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:39:00 GMT

To show that FROG3D® has a refined side, we put it to work milling a bust of Beethoven. We're not that into classical music, but wasn't he the fellow that recorded 'Whoomp, There It Is'? Regardless, he's looking good.

FROG3D® Travels - Missouri

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:09:00 GMT

We've managed to fit one more FROG3D® installation in before Christmas. We've got more lined up, but apparently our techs would like to celebrate Christmas. Go figure. This last installation of the year took our tech Jeremy to St. Louis to set up yet another client with our system - seems that the word is getting around. Jeremy was a busy guy getting everything up and running, but he managed to take in a few sites, including the Gateway Arch and a St.Louis Blues hockey game. Good times.