From Concept to Functional Prototype in Days
Accelerate your R&D with Prototal’s industrial-grade rapid prototyping services. We combine the world’s most advanced additive technologies with precision engineering expertise to deliver “right-first-time” components.
Powering Every Idea with the Right Technology
Development
Our experts collaborate with you from the initial design phase to ensure manufacturability from day one
Scale-up
Our competences into multi-platform manufacturing ensures your design is optimized for large-scale rollout
Serial Production
We support production runs of up to 100,000+ units via Industrial 3D Printing and 50,000+ via Injection Molding
Aftermarket
We guide you through design iterations and adjustments to keep your product competitive post-launch
Spare parts
We support your products long after End-of-Life by transitioning physical stock to a secure digital inventory
Engineering Excellence: The Prototal Advantage
Our approach to rapid prototyping is defined by industrial rigor. We don’t just create visual models; we engineer functional solutions that allow for real-world validation.
By combining cutting-edge additive manufacturing with traditional formative processes like injection molding and vacuum casting, we ensure your project moves from a concept to a high-fidelity part with total technical confidence.
Rapid Iteration
Shorten your development sprint with fast lead times without sacrificing dimensional accuracy:
- Industrial 3D Printing in Polymer: Typical 2-3 working days*
- Industrial 3D Printing in Metal: Typical 5-7 working days*
- Injection Molding with alu tooling: Down to 15 working days*
- Vacuum Casting: Typical 6-8 working days*
*While Prototal offers industry-leading turnaround times, all lead times are provided as estimates. Lead times are based on standard operating conditions and the selection of the most efficient regional technology hub for your project. Final lead times are determined by the specific requirements of your order, including part geometry, material selection, and post-processing. For complex geometries that require extensive support structures or high-performance materials, we may allocate additional processing time. This ensures the structural integrity and dimensional accuracy of your components before they leave our facility. By leveraging our decentralized hub network and cross-border logistics, we work to minimize delays; however, the technical requirements of the manufacturing process remain the primary factor in our quality-assured lead times.
Unrivaled Material & Technology Diversity
In rapid prototyping, the “right” material is the one that best simulates your final production environment. Prototal offers one of the most extensive technology portfolios in Europe, allowing us to deliver everything from ultra-high-resolution aesthetic models to rugged, load-bearing functional components.
- Powder Bed Fusion in Polymer (MJF, SLS, FDR & SAF™): Our core suite for functional and durable parts with complex geometries scalable up to 100,000 parts.
- Powder Bed Fusion in Metal (DMLS): We provide prototypes in metal that mirror the mechanical and thermal performance of forged or cast parts i Aluminium and Titanium, essential for rigorous testing in aerospace, defense, medical etc.
- Vat Photopolymerization (SLA & DLP): Our high-resolution suite for components requiring extreme dimensional accuracy and superior surface aesthetics.
- Material Extrusion (FDM): Our advanced FDM capabilities enable the niche serial production of high-performance components using exotic materials such as PEEK and Ultem.
- PolyJet™: Our versatile suite for multi-material models requiring diverse properties and vibrant aesthetic realism. By leveraging the unique ability to blend rigid and flexible materials, Prototal provides an advanced solution for complex prototyping where simulating varying shore hardness and colors is essential for functional design verification.
Why Partner with Prototal for Rapid Prototyping?
In an industry where speed is a baseline requirement, Prototal differentiates itself through engineering rigor and industrial scale. We are more than a service provider; we are a strategic partner equipped to navigate the transition from a complex digital concept to a high-performance physical reality.
- Technology-Agnostic expertise with injection molding, vacuum casting & Industrial 3D Printing
- Production-Ready mindset enabling you to scale from one to one million parts
- Unrivaled Material Leadership in Powder Bed Fusion, Vat Photopolymerization, Material Extrusion & Material Jetting
- Certified Industrial Standards by EOS and HP
- Integrated Post-Processing with AMT
The “Serial” Mindset
The biggest risk in prototyping is creating a part that cannot be scaled. Because Prototal is a specialized partner in serial production, we treat every prototype as a precursor to manufacturing. We ensure the tolerances, material properties, and geometries achieved during the prototyping phase are repeatable at scale.
Powering Every Idea with the Right Technology
Quote Your Next Project
Looking for high-quality industrial 3D printing or injection molding solutions tailored to your needs? Our team is ready to provide a detailed quote for your project. Simply share your specifications, and we’ll deliver a clear, competitive estimate — no surprises, just precision and reliability.
Why choose us?
- Industrial 3D printing, injection molding and vacuum casting solutions for any scale and complexity
- Fast and accurate quoting process
- Local presence close to your business and business needs
FAQs
Do you have questions regarding Industrial 3D Printing? Find the most common questions and answers about the subject here.
Industrial 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, offers a wide range of advantages that have made it increasingly popular across various industries. Here are some key advantages of 3D printing:
- Design Flexibility: 3D printing allows for intricate and complex designs that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. It offers design freedom, enabling the creation of geometries and structures that were previously impractical or cost-prohibitive.
- Rapid Prototyping: 3D printing enables rapid prototyping, significantly reducing the time and cost involved in developing prototypes. It allows for quick iterations and design improvements, accelerating the product development cycle.
- Cost Efficiency: Traditional manufacturing often involves high setup costs and tooling expenses. With 3D printing, these costs can be minimized or eliminated since it requires little to no tooling. It is particularly advantageous for low-volume production or customized/personalized manufacturing.
- Reduced Waste: 3D printing is an additive process that minimizes material wastage. It only uses the exact amount of material required for building the object, leading to more sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing.
- Complex Geometry and Customization: 3D printing enables the creation of complex geometries, intricate internal structures, and customizable designs. This is particularly beneficial for industries such as aerospace, healthcare, and architecture, where highly specialized and personalized products are required.
- Supply Chain Optimization: Additive manufacturing can decentralize production, allowing for on-demand manufacturing closer to the point of need. This can lead to reduced lead times, lower transportation costs, and optimized supply chains.
These advantages make Industrial 3D printing a valuable tool in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and more. By leveraging the benefits of 3D printing, businesses can gain a competitive edge, drive innovation, and unlock new possibilities in product development and manufacturing processes.
We offer a range of post-processing services to ensure your 3D printed parts meet the highest standards of quality, precision, and aesthetics.
Polymer 3D Printing Post-Processing
- Support Removal & Sanding
- Vapor Smoothing
- Vibratory Finishing
- Bead Blasting
- Coloring
- Primer, Painting, coating & lacquering
- Threaded/non-threaded inserts
- Assembly
Metal 3D Printing Post-Processing
- Head Treatment
- EDM Wiring & Support Removal
- Dry & Wet blasting
- Vibratory Finishing
- CNC Machining
- Anodizing
- Polishing
- Painting
At Prototal, we offer a lot of different 3D printing technologies:
- Multi Jet Fusion – MJF
- Selective Laser Sintering – SLS
- Stereolithography – SLA
- Selective Absorption Fusion – SAF
- Fine Detail Resolution – FDR
- PolyJet a material jetting technology
- Fused Deposition Modeling – FDM
- Digital Light Processing – DLP
- Direct Metal Laser Sintering – DMLS (also known as SLM)
We have a wide range of materials within different technologies. We are always introducing new materials, but right now this is what we offer:
MJF
- PA 11
- PA 12
- PA 12 W
- PA 12 S
- PA 12 GB
SLS
- PA 11
- PA 2200
- PA 3200 GF
- PA 2210 FR
- PA 2241 FR
- PA 603-CF
- PA 620-MF
- PA 640-GSL
- “Rubber” 50A-80A
- PA 12 Aluminium filled
- PEEK*
- PA 6*
- BlueDP 3S approved for food contact*
FDR
- PA 1101
SAF
- Polypropylene (PP)
SLA
- Accura ClearVue
- Accura Extreme
- Accura 25
- Accura HPC
- Somos® WaterClear Ultra
DLP
- PRO-BLK 10
- FLEX-BLK 20
- Hi-Temp 300 AMB
- Rubber 65A Shore
PolyJet
- All Digital Materials from Stratasys
DMLS / SLM
- Aluminium (AlSi10Mg)
- Titanium (Ti6Al4v)
- Stainless Steel 316L*
FDM
- Ultem (9085 & 1010)
- Polycarbonate (PC)
- PC/ABS
- PC-ISO
- ABS (ESD7, M30 & M30i)
- ASA
- SR-30
- PEKK & PEKK-ESD
- PA 12 CF
- Polypropylene (PP)
- And other engineering materials
*Subcontracted materials
The maximal size of part printable is dependable on the 3D printing technology and the geometry of your part:
- SLS – 700x380x580 mm
- MJF – 380x284x380 mm
- FDR – 200x250x125 mm
- SAF – 315x208x293 mm
- SLA – 1500x750x550 mm
- FDM – 900x600x900 mm
- DLP – 150x70x350 mm
- PolyJet – 490x390x200 mm
- DMLS – 500x280x365 mm
Manufacturing should not be transactional. At Prototal we value a partnership, which is why you will get a dedicated contact person close to your operations that knows your business and business needs. To start our future partnership, please reach out to the local team within your area that can be found under Contact us or send us an e-mail:
- Norway: post@prototal.no or +47 74 09 06 00
- Sweden: 3dp@prototal.se or +46 (0) 36-38 72 00
- Denmark: 3dp@prototal.dk or +45 43 99 37 36
- United Kingdom: info@prototaluk.com or +44 01635 635855
- Italy: info@prosilas.com or +39 0733 892665
- Austria, Germany & Switzerland: 3dp@prototal.at or +43 5572 52946-9
As a flexible partner we can offer lead times down to 1 working day depending on your part geometry and the selection of manufacturing technology, material, post-processing and quality control.*
- Industrial 3D Printing in Polymer: Typical 2-3 working days*
- Industrial 3D Printing in Metal: Typical 5-7 working days*
- Injection Molding with alu tooling: Typical down to 15 working days*
- Vacuum Casting: Typical 6-8 working days*
*While Prototal offers industry-leading turnaround times, all lead times are provided as estimates. Lead times are based on standard operating conditions and the selection of the most efficient regional technology hub for your project. Final lead times are determined by the specific requirements of your order, including part geometry, material selection, and post-processing. For complex geometries that require extensive support structures or high-performance materials, we may allocate additional processing time. This ensures the structural integrity and dimensional accuracy of your components before they leave our facility. By leveraging our decentralized hub network and cross-border logistics, we work to minimize delays; however, the technical requirements of the manufacturing process remain the primary factor in our quality-assured lead times.
