Protolabs: Machining manufacturer in Maple Plain, MN

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• Chad Kirkpatrick

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  “I’ve worked with contract manufacturers across a huge range of industries over the past twenty years, and my experience with Protolabs really impressed me. They consistently deliver exceptional service, particularly in these areas: their project management is incredibly friendly, professional, and responsive; their engineering team is genuinely knowledgeable and always available to help; they provide fast, accurate, and completely unbiased quotes; and, crucially, they consistently deliver prototypes and production parts on time and exactly to spec. Beyond that, their follow-up and problem-solving support is top-notch, and they’re continually expanding their manufacturing capabilities. Because of everything Protolabs offers – combining strong business practices, advanced technology, and full production capabilities – I wholeheartedly recommend them as a manufacturing partner and believe they represent a fantastic example of what American manufacturing can achieve.” report abuse

• Rae-Lynne Lansang

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  “I’ve been incredibly pleased with Protolabs – their services have really helped me stay on track with my project deadlines and contribute to our overall success. Specifically, Kenny, my account manager, has been fantastic; he’s always been responsive and quickly resolves any challenges we’ve faced.” report abuse

• Ed Tickner

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  “I’ve been consistently impressed with Proto Labs – they’ve become absolutely essential for our team in Research & Innovation. We often need parts urgently, sometimes with a ‘need it now’ timeframe, and Proto Labs consistently delivers. I just upload my CAD files, give my account rep a quick call to highlight the urgency, and they get us the chips and finished parts incredibly fast. I’ve looked at other online services, but they’ve always felt limited and their websites are frustrating to use. Proto Labs is now our first choice for rapid turnaround. The variety of materials and services they offer for both metal and plastic parts has been a huge benefit. I’ve also been really pleased with the support I've received over the phone. Honestly, I made a couple of mistakes initially by approving parts before fully checking them, which led to a couple of unusable pieces – that was my oversight. It would be fantastic if the review process had a more prominent way to flag potential issues like that. Despite that, Proto Labs is undeniably our go-to for quick responses, and I highly recommend them.” – Ed Tickner, Designer, R&I report abuse

• Keith Singer

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  “I’ve been consistently impressed with ProtoLabs – I’ve used them for several years now and they’ve always delivered. They’ve handled everything from stainless steel and titanium parts to 3D printing using both SLS and SLA, and I’ve even utilized their molding services for prototypes and pre-production runs. The service is consistently excellent, and I particularly appreciate their fantastic web tools. They’re incredibly responsive and helpful whenever you need assistance.” report abuse

• Curtis S

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  “I’ve had a really positive experience working with Protolabs, particularly on several aerospace projects this year. Sam Kanthak has been fantastic – incredibly responsive and always willing to provide us with competitive pricing and quick turnaround times. They’re now my go-to source for getting those critical, high-quality parts we need when we’re facing tight deadlines.” report abuse

• Ben Simon

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  “Overall, this was a really positive experience. They were incredibly helpful and easy to work with, and I was able to quickly get quotes for my injection molds and other projects just by uploading my models. Plus, the staff were really knowledgeable and always available when I needed to ask a question.” report abuse

• Tyler Grubb

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  “Overall, I’ve been really pleased with the prototyping services. Both the SLS and CNC machining options have provided reliable results – the parts are consistently good quality and delivered promptly and as scheduled. It’s been a valuable asset to our product development process.” report abuse

• Josh Brand

  • 5,0
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  “I’ve found ProtoLabs’ First Cut service to be a really valuable resource for getting quick prototypes made. I consistently get a good price and turnaround times are noticeably faster than I’ve experienced with other machine shops. Plus, they have a solid selection of materials to work with – I’d definitely recommend them.” report abuse

• Sarah Santos

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  “Overall, I’ve been really pleased with Protolabs. They’ve been fantastic for getting my parts quickly – their turnaround times are impressive. The online ordering system is super easy to use, and the team is consistently responsive and genuinely friendly, which made the whole process really smooth.” report abuse

• Terri Blankenship

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  “Overall, this was a fantastic experience. The team was incredibly professional and really collaborated well with the engineers to ensure all requests were met. The product quality was excellent – truly top-notch. Moving forward, they’re aiming to expand into low-run production, which is great to hear. I wholeheartedly recommend this company and their team for prototype projects.” report abuse