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Industrial 3D Printing

We produce functional prototypes, end-use components, and replacement parts using FDM additive manufacturing. Every job starts with a review of geometry, material, and orientation — because a part that prints is not the same as a part that works.

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01When to use this service

  • You have CAD files and need physical parts without tooling costs
  • The geometry is impractical or expensive to machine
  • You need a replacement for a discontinued or broken component
  • Quantities are too low to justify injection molding

02Why MLP

What you get beyond the part.

Engineering review on every job

We check wall thickness, overhangs, tolerances, and load paths before printing — and tell you if something won't work as modeled.

Material selection guidance

We recommend a material based on the part's mechanical, thermal, and environmental requirements, not on what's loaded in the machine.

Orientation and strength planning

Layer adhesion is directional. We orient parts so the weakest axis is not the loaded axis.

03Process

How the work runs.

  1. STEP 01

    File review

    Geometry check, manufacturability feedback, material recommendation.

  2. STEP 02

    Quote

    Itemized quote with material, finish, and lead time.

  3. STEP 03

    Production

    Printing with in-process monitoring and dimensional checks.

  4. STEP 04

    Inspection & finishing

    Support removal, surface finishing, verification against the model.

  5. STEP 05

    Delivery

    Packed and shipped, or ready for the next iteration.

04Scope

Materials

  • PLA
  • PETG
  • ASA
  • ABS
  • TPU
  • Nylon
  • Carbon-fiber composites

Typical applications

  • Functional prototypes
  • End-use components
  • Replacement parts
  • Robotics hardware
  • Fixtures and jigs
  • Enclosures

05Questions

Asked before, answered plainly.

What file formats do you accept?

STEP is preferred for engineering parts. We also accept STL, 3MF, and OBJ. If you only have a drawing or a physical part, our CAD Design and Reverse Engineering services can produce the model.

What tolerances can I expect?

Typical FDM tolerance is ±0.2 mm or ±0.5% (whichever is greater), depending on material and geometry. Critical fits are reviewed at quote time — tell us which dimensions matter.

Can you print in a material you don't list?

Ask. The materials list covers standard stock; we regularly source engineering polymers for specific requirements.

Next step

Have a project in mind?

Send us your files or your idea. Every request gets an engineering review and a response within 1 business day.