Protolabs
protolabs.comDigital Manufacturing for Early Prototyping to Final Production
Hardware & IoTmanufacturingrapid-prototypingcnc-machining3d-printinginjection-moldingsheet-metalon-demand-production
About
Protolabs is an on-demand digital manufacturing platform offering injection molding, CNC machining, 3D printing, and sheet metal fabrication services. Customers upload 3D CAD models to receive instant interactive quotes with free design analysis, and can receive parts in as fast as one day. The platform serves both rapid prototyping needs and higher-volume end-use production through its in-house facilities and a global network of manufacturing partners.
Problem
Hardware teams need fast, reliable custom part manufacturing with transparent pricing and design feedback throughout the product development lifecycle.
For
Product engineers, procurement teams, and hardware developers needing custom manufactured parts
How it works
Users upload a 3D CAD model to receive an automated interactive quote with design-for-manufacturability feedback, then order parts produced via injection molding, CNC machining, 3D printing, or sheet metal fabrication.
Business model
marketplace
Status
launched
Company
Protolabs