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Manufacturing for Supply Chain Resilience
Our automated factories and global network of suppliers provide multiple manufacturing options to quickly solve supply chain challenges
Certifications ISO 9001:2015 | ISO 13485 | AS9100D | ITAR
Quickly Resolve Supply Chain Disruptions
Recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic, blocked shipping channels, and geopolitical conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war have severely disrupted supply chains. The effect of future tariffs adds further uncertainty. However, advancements in manufacturing technology have enhanced supply chain resilience, with domestic suppliers offering unprecedented speed. Digital manufacturers are uniquely positioned to provide the flexibility needed to navigate tariffs and other emerging supply chain challenges.
Our Manufacturing Processes
Injection Molding
Get affordable, high-quality molded parts and bridge tooling within days. With our free moldability consultation, the design and molding process is rapidly accelerated to save you time and money.
- Low-volume molding up to 100,000+ parts with volume pricing available—no MOQ required
- 100+ plastic, elastomeric, and silicone rubber materials
- Automated CMM for fast, in-house quality documentation
CNC Machining
Leverage the same speed, precision, and reliability in machining that you’re accustomed to at Protolabs but unlock advanced machining capabilities like tighter tolerances and volume pricing through our manufacturing network.
- Machined parts in as fast as 1 day with optional plating and anodizing in as fast as 4 days
- Cost-efficient machined parts at higher volumes
- Tolerances down to ±0.001 in. (0.020mm) through our digital network
3D Printing
Want quality parts and additive expertise at a single 3D printing source? Choose from seven different additive manufacturing technologies for cost-effective prototyping and highly precise, repeatable production parts.
- Additive technologies include metal 3D printing, SLA, SLS, FDM, and more
- 30 plastic and metal materials in a range of finishes
- 25 years of additive manufacturing expertise
Sheet Metal Fabrication
From easy quoting to quick-turn production and finishing options, get up to 500 quality sheet metal parts in your hands in days from a single supplier.
- Instant quotes with interactive manufacturability feedback
- Six sheet metal materials including aluminum, stainless steel, steel, brass, and copper
- Finishing options from welding and hardware insertion to powder coating and silk screening
Build in Supply Chain Agility
Onshore or Nearshore Manufacturing
Buyers and procurement teams can choose to manufacture entirely domestically through our own digital factories, or access our domestic and nearshore manufacturing partners to suit their needs through Protolabs Network. These options help:
- Reduce or entirely remove tariffs
- Shorten distance between manufacturer and customer yields to lessen transportation time and expense
- Simplify communication with manufacturer
- Stabilize or eliminate issues related to currency fluctuations
Diversified Suppliers
With a strong distributed network of suppliers, supply chains can adapt in the face of regional disruptions and changing geopolitics. If a supply chain in one region is disrupted, suppliers in another can step up and fill the gap. Some of the advantages include the opportunity to:
- Ensure a steadier supply chain, even in stable times
- Reassign manufacturing as needed to avoid line-down situations
- Recover more quickly from disruptions
Manufacture On Demand
With no minimum order quantities and parts in as fast as one day, we offer you supply chain flexibility to respond to line-down emergencies, accelerate time to market with bridge production, and manage demand volatility. Moving to this model lets you:
- Enhance opportunities for customization
- Improve your ability to address market demand fluctuations
- Reduce your inventory/holding costs and waste
Manufacturing Materials
Quality Measures and Inspections
Our industry-standard procedures and certifications guarantee quality and regulatory compliance.
| CMM inspection report | First Article Inspection (FAI) |
| Dimensional Inspection Report (DIR) | PPAP |
| Material Certificates + Certificate of Analysis | Conflict Minerals Reporting |
| REACH + RoHS Certificates | Prop65 |
| Industry Certifications: ISO 9001 and AS 9100 | Certificate of Conformance (CoC) |
| Industry Certifications (Protolabs Network): ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO TS16949 |
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