Process
From the first message to the finished part, here’s exactly what happens at each stage, and what to expect from us.
1.
Consultation & Technical Assessment
We start by understanding your project properly. This means looking at the operational environment — mechanical load, stress distribution, thermal requirements — so we can define the right material and engineering approach before any design work begins.
What you provide
A brief, sketch, photo, or existing part. Anything that describes what you need.
What we deliver
A clear quote with fixed price, proposed material and timeline.
2.
CAD engineering
High-precision geometry developed around your load and stress constraints. We apply DfAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing) principles to maximise strength-to-weight ratio and ensure dimensional tolerance. You review and approve the CAD before anything is printed.
Software
Solidworks – CSWA certified. Exports in STL, STEP, OBJ, 3MF.
Your Approval
Nothing goes to print until you’ve signed off the design.
3.
Prototyping & validation
A functional prototype is produced to verify tolerances, fitment, and mechanical performance before committing to a full production run. If anything needs adjusting, we iterate quickly — the CAD is already built, so changes are fast.
What gets checked
Dimensional accuracy, assembly fitment and mechanical requirements.
Iteration
Revisions are fast – changes happen at the CAD stange, not the print stage.
4.
Production & archiving
Final parts manufactured in the specified material. Once validated, the design is added to your Digital Inventory — securely stored and ready to print again whenever you need it, with no setup required.
Production
Printed, finished, packaged and shipped.
Digital Inventory
Your file is stored. Future orders can be printed immediately.
Simple projects move faster
Not every project needs all four stages. A straightforward print from an existing file might go straight to production. The process above covers the full journey, we’ll tell you upfront which steps apply to yours.
Common Questions
How long does a typical project take?
Simple prints from an existing file can be turned around in 1–2 days. Projects requiring CAD design typically take 3–7 days depending on complexity. You’ll get a specific timeline with your quote.
What do I need to send to get a quote?
Anything that describes what you need — a sketch on paper, a photo of an existing part, a rough description, or a CAD file if you have one. There’s no minimum level of detail required to start.
Can I supply my own CAD files?
Yes. If you already have a design in STL, STEP, OBJ, or 3MF format, we can go straight to printing. We’ll review the file first and flag anything that might affect print quality.
What if I need changes after seeing the prototype?
Revisions are part of the process. Because the CAD model is already built, changes are quick to implement. We’ll let you know if a revision affects the price or timeline before proceeding.
Ready to start?
Share a brief and get a fixed quote within 24 hours.