Case Studies
See how innovative companies are using rapid manufacturing to solve complex development challenges and launch successful products to market fast.
ICE
Choosing to use Protolabs hasn't been a decision they have regretted as the ProtoQuote software and short-run production model have provided a product that meets the exact diameters needed.
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ICE
Falmouth based ICE, develops wrist rest and gets the product to market quickly with the help of Protolabs
Falmouth based ICE, develops wrist rest and gets the product to market quickly with the help of Protolabs
Atlas
Exoskeleton to combat lumbar pain.
Exoskeleton to combat lumbar pain.
Cablewings
When innovations take wing
When innovations take wing
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin Brings Exoskeleton to Life
Parker Hannifin Brings Exoskeleton to Life
The Lourd’innov Steripass® Transfer System
Fast prototypes offer more scope during design review for Lourd’innov
Fast prototypes offer more scope during design review for Lourd’innov
PepsiCo R&D Team Elevates Packaging Design with 3D Printing
Global food and beverage brand creates replica Black Panther mask with Multi Jet Fusion
Global food and beverage brand creates replica Black Panther mask with Multi Jet Fusion
Piavita
Swiss company, Piavita, achieved a breakthrough in long-term stress-free examination for horses with their new Vet System.
Swiss company, Piavita, achieved a breakthrough in long-term stress-free examination for horses with their new Vet System.
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
With the aerospace industry increasing demand for electronic drives, ISAR was only too happy to take on the challenge – with expert support from Protolabs
Rotork
Following development trials by Rotork engineers, a patented, ground breaking solution is proving to be highly effective at preventing valve leakage.
Following development trials by Rotork engineers, a patented, ground breaking solution is proving to be highly effective at preventing valve leakage.
Stream Lion
Engineering consulting firm uses production 3D printing to bring new modal hammer design to market.
Engineering consulting firm uses production 3D printing to bring new modal hammer design to market.
The Goodsmith Protective Horseshoe
Goodsmith combines barefoot movement with the need for shoeing with plastic parts made by Protolabs.
Goodsmith combines barefoot movement with the need for shoeing with plastic parts made by Protolabs.
HP
Tech giant uses moulding to trim development time from months to weeks for next-generation printers
Tech giant uses moulding to trim development time from months to weeks for next-generation printers
Hansgrohe
Hansgrohe turns to Protolabs for their Chrome Plated Parts
Hansgrohe turns to Protolabs for their Chrome Plated Parts
LUMA-ID
The Powerfist Gauntlet from popular fantasy game Warhammer became reality thanks to Luma ID and Protolabs
The Powerfist Gauntlet from popular fantasy game Warhammer became reality thanks to Luma ID and Protolabs
The Shadow Robot Company
Making robots really useful
Making robots really useful
Hager
Hager lights the way with an innovative electrical control system
Hager lights the way with an innovative electrical control system
ITL Group
Helping to Make Food Safer
Helping to Make Food Safer
2045Tech
Launch of New ‘Floome’ Model to Market
Launch of New ‘Floome’ Model to Market
Alstom
Choo Choo: Protolabs helps Alstom’s Loco Competition Entry Keep on Track!
Choo Choo: Protolabs helps Alstom’s Loco Competition Entry Keep on Track!
Epson
Electronics giant leverages rapid prototyping to enhance comfort, design of Moverio augmented reality glasses
Electronics giant leverages rapid prototyping to enhance comfort, design of Moverio augmented reality glasses
Auxtail
Innovative vehicle accessory designer partners with Protolabs
Innovative vehicle accessory designer partners with Protolabs
Novax DMA
Protolabs supports Novax DMA with the production of a highly specialist part
Protolabs supports Novax DMA with the production of a highly specialist part
Naturebytes
Connecting with nature through technology
Connecting with nature through technology
EasiChef by AGI Solutions
Sitting at the dock of kitchen innovation
Sitting at the dock of kitchen innovation