Case Studies
See how innovative companies are using rapid manufacturing to solve complex development challenges and launch successful products to market fast.
NASA
NASA partners with Protolabs to machine a crowdsourced, generatively designed part that was delivered in only 36 hours so the design could be presented at the PowerSource Global Summit.
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AseptiScope
Protolabs manufactured parts critical
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IG Technology
Protolabs helps IG Technology create device that could revolutionise Dvt treatment
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Sooma Medical
Protolabs helps Sooma develop groundbreaking device for depression treatment
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University of York
Protolabs supports scientific research in infant development through Consultative Design, 3D Printing and Injection Moulding Services
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Airbus
How Airbus makes high-voltage progress in electric aviation
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Nokia
Protolabs’ digital manufacturing service goes above and beyond for Nokia
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Space Inventor
Space Inventors' Utilisation of Protolabs Machined Parts with Low Lead Times
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Rheon Medical
The first adjustable implant for glaucoma treatment by Rheon Medical
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Arrow Lake
Protolabs helps Arrow Lake develop ozone system that cuts costs by 20%
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Xinix AI
Xinix AI creates an all-terrain robot to explore tropical rainforests
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ZERMATTVIEW
A work of art of pure design, accentuated by a mirror polished finish
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Small Robot Company
Protolabs climbs aboard the fourth agri-revolution
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Mindsett
Protolabs helps energy saving device increase sustainability
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Diagonal Bio
Diagonal Bio innovates towards quick and accurate identification of genetic markers with the help of Protolabs
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Endoscope-I
Small part created by Protolabs plays large part in speeding up cancer diagnoses
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Soccerment
Protolabs helps Soccerment develop smart shin pads for football data collection
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Lyfecycle
Protolabs helps sustainable plastic innovators Lyfecycle join the race for climate awareness at Extreme E
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AEInnova
Development of critical component for self-powered wireless sensors
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Ascilion
Good advice on manufacturing was crucial for Ascilion
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PolarCool PolarCap® System
Protolabs helps vital head injury relief product enter the premier league
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British Association for Immediate Care (BASICS)
Protolabs responds swiftly to help first responders save lives
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Salta Lure
World-leading fishing lure innovator brings Protolabs on board for vital product development
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T+A elektroakustik
Music to our ears - the experts changing audio quality with support from Protolabs
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General Drones
Saving lives at sea with support from Protolabs' Multi Jet Fusion and Selective Laser Sintering services
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Smiledge
From an idea to a patented product thanks to Protolabs
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Befreest
An Idea Transformed into a Device Protecting Those in Offices, Schools and Factories
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Forgtin
A Vital Medical Device Quickly Made Market-ready with the Support of Protolabs
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Mahle
Protolabs Rapidly Machines 'Phase A' Validation Parts for Vacuum Casting
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Cleanbrace
Cleanbrace: Hygiene Innovation on Your Wrist, with the Support of Protolabs
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9Barista
Protolabs helps take coffee to new heights
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Thorlabs
Protolabs’ combined prototyping and production solution saves months of product development for Thorlabs
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Boxing Hand Grenade
Protolabs’ 3D printing helps Shrewsbury inventor’s new boxing training aid go boom
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Mectronik
Protolabs helps win the race to develop key component for motorsport
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Canute Rail
Protolabs supports the development of critical safety equipment
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Dog & Bone
Protolabs answers the call for ‘Dog & Bone’ art project
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Entryphone
Entryphone used injection moulding to quickly get their new product to market.
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IEVA
Smart Jewellery developed using 3D Printing, CNC Machining and Injection Moulding
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Mercedes-AMG HPP and UCL urgent CPAP device
Lives in the UK are being saved after Protolabs’ rapid tooling service helped ramp up production for a crucial breathing aid used in the fight against COVID-19.
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Moon Labs - Evo System
Helping a Life Saving Idea Become Real
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Comate - Vodka Xau
A drop of technology adds sophistication to an exceptional vodka
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3D Printed Rhinoceros Skull
State-Of-The-Art Technologies Provide Researchers With New Insights
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VSP Optical
Eyewear maker uses rapid injection moulding to accelerate design validation in fitness tracker
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Opus KSD
An innovative new surgical tool from Opus KSD closes incisions with subcutaneous, bio-absorbable fasteners.
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HemoSonics
HemoSonics used 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection moulding to quickly develop blood analysis machine
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A Front Seat on Driving Innovation
TRW Automotive’s clock spring components take advantage of injection moulding at Protolabs
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PolarCool
Protolabs’ automated tools speed up iterative development for vital medical cooling unit
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ICE
Falmouth based ICE, develops wrist rest and gets the product to market quickly with the help of Protolabs
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Atlas
Exoskeleton to combat lumbar pain.
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Cablewings
When innovations take wing
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Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin Brings Exoskeleton to Life
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The Lourd’innov Steripass® Transfer System
Fast prototypes offer more scope during design review for Lourd’innov
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PepsiCo R&D Team Elevates Packaging Design with 3D Printing
Global food and beverage brand creates replica Black Panther mask with Multi Jet Fusion
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Piavita
Swiss company, Piavita, achieved a breakthrough in long-term stress-free examination for horses with their new Vet System.
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ISAR Gears
With the aerospace industry increasing demand for electronic drives, ISAR was only too happy to take on the challenge – with expert support from Protolabs
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Rotork
Following development trials by Rotork engineers, a patented, ground breaking solution is proving to be highly effective at preventing valve leakage.
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Stream Lion
Engineering consulting firm uses production 3D printing to bring new modal hammer design to market.
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The Goodsmith Protective Horseshoe
Goodsmith combines barefoot movement with the need for shoeing with plastic parts made by Protolabs.
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HP
Tech giant uses moulding to trim development time from months to weeks for next-generation printers
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LUMA-ID
The Powerfist Gauntlet from popular fantasy game Warhammer became reality thanks to Luma ID and Protolabs
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The Shadow Robot Company
Making robots really useful
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Hager
Hager lights the way with an innovative electrical control system
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ITL Group
Helping to Make Food Safer
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2045Tech
Launch of New ‘Floome’ Model to Market
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Alstom
Choo Choo: Protolabs helps Alstom’s Loco Competition Entry Keep on Track!
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Epson
Electronics giant leverages rapid prototyping to enhance comfort, design of Moverio augmented reality glasses
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Auxtail
Innovative vehicle accessory designer partners with Protolabs
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2Stroke Stuffing
Protolabs supports effort to break speed record
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Novax DMA
Protolabs supports Novax DMA with the production of a highly specialist part
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Naturebytes
Connecting with nature through technology
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EasiChef by AGI Solutions
Sitting at the dock of kitchen innovation
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David Spanton
Ride on time!
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LG Allen Design
Pushing pedal power through precision design
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Harris Corporation
Government contractor Harris Corporation lauds insert moulding’s benefits
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University of Sheffield Formula Racing
Supporting the next generation of engineers
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Tervis Tumbler
Tervis Tumbler leverages rapid injection moulding for both prototypes and end-use parts
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Nebulem
Design consultancy Nebulem—Bringing Ideas to Life
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SBT Aqua
Groundbreaking water-analysis technology
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S'up Spoon
Award-winning Cutlery
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Lockheed Martin
Indago drone takes flight with automated design analysis
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Zellwerk GmbH
Protolabs Reinforces the War on Cancer
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Weinor GmbH & Co. KG
Protolabs Keeping Weinor Cool
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Scion-Sprays
Protolabs Helps Scion-Sprays to win €4 million Order
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Samrey Generators and Turbines
Samrey Generators and Turbines
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Proven Energy
Proven by name, proven by nature
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Origin Product Design
Design Through Engineering
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OceanLED
Components for state-of-the-art LED lights
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Noise Limit ApS
Rapid Prototyping – Quietly Does It
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Nanoident Technologies AG
The future is nano
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KTM Sportmotocycle AG
Ready to Test
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Karbon Kinetics Ltd
Green Wheels with Karbon Kinetics Ltd
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Hydro-Logic Ltd.
FROG: a new GPRS telemetry logger
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Highland Biosciences
A shot in the arm for next generation diagnostics
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GRATZER! Technologies
Artists add sparkle with Swarovski Crystal
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Proto Labs up to speed with new craze
Flame Mountainboards
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DMG Dental
You know the drill...
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Clement Clarke Communications
Technology does the Talking on Bluetooth Project
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1st Call Lockouts Ltd
Key benefits from 'TouchClone'
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FarmBot
Protolabs and its Cool Idea Award help FarmBot reduce manufacturing complexities to meet growing demand for micro-farming
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Triax Technologies
Tech giant uses moulding to trim development time from months to weeks for next-generation printers
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Whoop Inc.
How Whoop Inc. used rapid manufacturing to accelerate its design cycles and get to market faster
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Airline Components International (ACI) Ltd.
Air(line) worthy
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Pontos
French company uses rapid manufacturing to launch a sea change for sailboat winches
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DCO Systems
Start-up DCO systems at the forefront of innovation with their pioneering monitoring solutions for industrial stream users
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Fleetwood Electronics
Social Distancing Badge Lights the Way for a Safe Return to Work
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UVision360
Additive manufacturing—and an exclusive MicroFine™ resin—help UVision360 rapidly prototype ultrafine parts, reduce tooling costs, and speed diagnostic scope to market
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OVR Technology
OVR Technology turns to Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing at Protolabs to evolve VR experiences
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Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty, Delivers Peace of Mind with Low-Power, Geolocation Technology
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Strange Lenses
Strange Lenses Brings Together Community with Interactive Art Display
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Sisyphus
Sisyphus uses service grant to meet rising demand
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Sprowt Labs
Sprowt Labs Taps Cool Idea Award to Help Develop Malting Machine for Home Brewers
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Sniffer Robotics
Sniffer Robotics has developed an innovative drone that can circle landfills and monitors for fugitive methane gas emissions.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art
Exhibition builds ancient civilization with 3D-printed pyramids
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Downhole Emerging Technologies
Direct metal laser sintering accelerates development of tool for new geothermal technologies and lands national energy award
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