Australia’s One-Stop Additive Manufacturing & Production Partner

One of the country’s longest-standing — engineering ideas into reality since 2008.

From concept and design through 3D printing, CNC machining, vacuum casting and injection moulding, we take your project from first prototype to full-scale production, end to end — with precision, quality and full traceability at every step.

18+
Years of experience
2400+
Customers served
500K+
Parts completed
Our Capabilities

End-to-end services, one partner

Product Development
Product Development

Concept, CAD and design-for-manufacture, end to end.

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3D Printing: SLA
3D Printing: SLA

High-detail stereolithography for smooth, precise prototypes.

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3D Printing: SLS
3D Printing: SLS

Support-free nylon parts with excellent mechanical properties.

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3D Printing: FDM
3D Printing: FDM

Cost-effective thermoplastic parts, jigs and fixtures.

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3D Printing: MJF
3D Printing: MJF

High-throughput nylon production with fine detail.

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3D Printing: Composite Fibre
3D Printing: Composite Fibre

Lightweight, high-stiffness carbon-fibre composites.

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3D Printing: SLM
3D Printing: SLM

Full-density metal printing in steel, titanium and aluminium.

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Vacuum Casting
Vacuum Casting

Silicone-tool casting for production-grade low volumes.

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Rapid Tooling
Rapid Tooling

Fast bridge tooling to reach production sooner.

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Injection Moulding
Injection Moulding

Rapid and production moulding for scale manufacturing.

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CNC Machining
CNC Machining

Precision machining in metals and engineering plastics.

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Sheet Metal
Sheet Metal

Laser cutting, folding and metal fabrication.

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3D Scanning
3D Scanning

High-accuracy scanning and reverse engineering.

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Why 3D Prototyping

The Operational Advantages

Six reasons why clients choose us — and keep coming back.

DfAM Engineering on Every Job

Every project is reviewed by experienced engineers before production begins. We optimise wall thickness, support strategy, tolerances, and material selection to ensure your parts are manufactured right the first time—saving time, cost, and rework.

One Partner from Concept to Production

One team. One point of contact. One seamless workflow. From concept and prototyping to production manufacturing, we simplify your product development journey and get you to market faster.

Engineer-Reviewed Quotes Within 24 Hours

Every quotation is prepared by a production engineer—not an automated pricing tool. We review your design, recommend the most suitable manufacturing process, and provide an accurate, competitive quote within 24 hours.

Your IP Protected Every Step of the Way

Your intellectual property is handled with the highest level of confidentiality. We offer NDA protection and secure management of your design files, ensuring your ideas and proprietary information remain protected throughout the product development process.

The Right Manufacturing Process for Every Volume

We recommend the process that best suits your application and production quantity—not the one that benefits us. Whether it’s 3D printing, CNC machining, vacuum casting, or injection moulding, we help you achieve the best balance of cost, performance, and lead time.

Scale from One Prototype to Full Production

Start with a single prototype, validate your design, and seamlessly transition to low-volume or mass production. With multiple manufacturing technologies under one roof, we support your product through every stage of its lifecycle.

OUR PROCESS

From File to Finished Part in 5 Steps

No jargon, no surprises. Here's exactly what happens after you make contact.

1
Submit Your File
Upload STL, STEP, IGES, or OBJ — or simply describe your project if you're not CAD-ready yet.
2
Engineering Review
Our engineers assess printability, recommend the optimal process and material for your requirements.
3
Quote Within 24 Hours
You receive an itemised quote — process, material, finishing, and delivery options — within hours.
4
Production and QA
Parts are produced on industrial equipment and checked against your specification before dispatch.
5
Delivered to You
Courier to your door anywhere in Australia, or collect from our Brisbane facility.
Industries

Industries We Serve

From aerospace to startups — rapid prototyping, advanced manufacturing and engineering support across the sectors we serve.

Aerospace

Supporting the aerospace industry with precision 3D scanning, reverse engineering, 3D inspection, lightweight components, functional prototypes, tooling, and production parts for complex engineering applications.

Automotive & Motorsport

Rapid prototyping, custom components, jigs, fixtures, and low-volume production solutions that accelerate product development and improve performance.

Medical & Healthcare

Precision prototypes, medical device components, anatomical models, and custom solutions for research, testing, and product development.

Mining & Resources

Durable replacement parts, maintenance tooling, equipment upgrades, and custom-engineered components designed for harsh operating environments.

Oil & Gas

Robust prototypes, industrial fittings, instrumentation housings, and engineered components built for demanding energy and process applications.

Defence

Providing advanced 3D scanning, reverse engineering, 3D inspection, rapid prototyping, custom tooling, and precision manufacturing solutions for defence contractors and mission-critical applications.

Industrial Manufacturing

Production tooling, machine components, assembly fixtures, and end-use parts that improve efficiency, reliability, and productivity.

Consumer Products

From concept models to production-ready components, we help manufacturers develop innovative products with speed and precision.

Inventors & Startups

Transform ideas into market-ready products with expert support in design, prototyping, testing, and scalable manufacturing solutions.

Architecture & Design

High-quality presentation models, concept models, exhibition pieces, and custom display components with exceptional detail and finish.

Research & Education

Supporting universities, research organisations, and innovation teams with rapid prototyping and advanced manufacturing for testing and development.

OUR CLIENTS

What Clients Say About Our Service

We work with engineers, designers and procurement teams across Australia every day.

★★★★★

“I would highly recommend Pratik at 3D Printing — with his analytical mind he helped re-engineer a component for an electric scooter. The final design was cost effective, strong and an exact fit.”

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Naomi Smith
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★★★★★

“Can’t speak more highly of this Company. They overcame many difficulties through their tenacity and patience. I highly recommend this company for any 3D prototyping, design or development of your idea.”

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Cameron Kent
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“Great service, quick turnaround — I needed parts scanned, a couple of design changes and printed. All done quickly, efficiently and A+ quality. Definitely recommend the team at 3D Prototyping. They really do know their stuff!”

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Laura T
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★★★★★

“It was a pleasure dealing with 3D Prototyping. They are professional and their customer service is excellent. I would recommend these guys any time over any other players in this industry.”

RB
Richard Bierhuizen
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“This Company is good, efficient and easy to deal with. Their advice and knowledge around materials really helped us get what we needed. Great service provided. We will certainly use this company again.”

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James Watts
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★★★★★

“Pratik was very helpful with what we were asking for as it was an unusual and intricate design. We met a few times to get everything just right as it was something he had never made before — we appreciate his patience and understanding.”

NS
Grahame Pilgrim
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“We wanted to have prototype samples made for two of our products. We contacted 3D Prototyping and arranged a meeting. Pratik, the Managing Director, is very knowledgeable.”

GP
Richard Brock
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★★★★★

“I originally sent my one-off machining job to three different machine shops in Australia. 3D Prototyping was the only place that not only answered promptly but also provided me with a quote. I have now used their service three times.”

RB
Secret Agency
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“Very highly recommended. Quoting and professional advice was fast and accurate — quite competitively priced for SLA prints in Brisbane, which was great.”

SA
Ryan Gray
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“I had an important project that I entrusted to the 3D Prototyping team and I was really impressed with their knowledge, turnaround and most importantly the quality.”

RG
Simon Edmondson-Clark
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

We accept STL, STEP, STP, OBJ, IGES, and 3MF. STL is preferred for most processes. If your file is in another format, upload what you have and our engineering team will assess it.

Standard lead times depend on the technology, part complexity, and production method. They range from 3–5 business days for prototypes to 8–10 weeks for injection-moulded parts. Accurate lead times are provided with every quote.

Build envelopes vary by system: SLA up to 800×800×550mm; SLS up to 360×360×420mm; MJF up to 380×380×280mm; SLM up to 450×450×500mm; FDM up to 1000×1000×1000mm. Oversized parts can be split and bonded — contact us for a feasibility review.

There is no minimum order quantity. We regularly produce single prototypes through to production runs of thousands of parts. Pricing scales with volume — ask us for a batch quote.

Yes. We offer media blasting, dyeing, priming, painting, sanding, vapour smoothing, and custom colour matching. All post-processing is handled in-house to maintain full quality control and traceability.

Absolutely. All client files and intellectual property are treated as strictly confidential. We are happy to sign a mutual NDA before receiving your files — just ask.

Yes. We ship to all states and territories across Australia with same-day dispatch for completed orders.

Compress your files into a single .zip folder and attach the zip when you upload. That keeps everything together and uploads in one go. STL, STEP, OBJ, 3MF and IGES files are all accepted inside the zip.

Australia’s production-grade 3D printing and manufacturing bureau. From concept to production — one team, one NDA. Delivering nationwide since 2008.

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Industrial Manufacturing
Research & Education
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