Protolabs

⚠️WARNING: Stellar CNC machining experience ahead. 🌌 Our team will be at Space Tech Expo USA with aerospace parts on display and a live CNC machining experience, come find us at booth #412! #SpaceTech #CNCMachining #SpaceEngineering

Supply chains have tested every manufacturer in recent years. Flexibility has become just as important as efficiency. 💡 More manufacturers are building production systems that can adapt quickly, whether that means adjusting volumes, shifting locations, or responding to unexpected demand. That includes: • Better forecasting • Proactive maintenance • Real-time operational insights • On-demand manufacturing models The focus is not automation for its own sake, but rather on building operations that remain stable even in uncertain environments. 📘 Learn more about how manufacturers are building more resilient operations in our latest report: https://okt.to/UOEmtN

Headed to DeviceTalks Boston? Join us for a session on how AI is shaping digital manufacturing for medical devices. “Human-Led, AI-Powered: Rethinking Digital Manufacturing for Medical Devices” will be presented by Marc Kermisch, Chief Technology and AI Officer and Ryan Kees, Global Product Director, with Sales Manager Bridget Richter moderating on May 27th at 1:15 PM.

On May 21st, Protolabs is teaming up with HP for a practical webinar on optimizing UAV development. Gain new insights on moving from design to functional prototypes in days, reducing assembly time, and unlocking complex lightweight designs that traditional methods can’t easily produce. Reserve your spot below!

Free giveaway at Space Tech Expo USA! Receive a gift when you book a quick meeting with us to discuss anything from early-stage concepts to scaling toward production. Our experts can talk through your designs, answer questions, and share what's possible across our manufacturing capabilities. #SpaceTech #Manufacturing #CNCMachining

We're going to DeviceTalks Boston! Stop by Booth 908 to connect with Protolabs and explore how we support medical product development from prototype through production.

Puppy party at Protolabs! 🐕🎉 Last week we welcomed a pack of adorable puppies from The Bond Between for a chance socialize while learning about this incredible organization!

We're proud to be recognized as Manufacturer of the Year – Large in the 2026 Minnesota Manufacturing Awards by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ)! Thank you for this honor, we look forward to continuing to serve our customers with innovative solutions. Hed Cycling CEO among 11 Minnesota Manufacturing Award honorees - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal

Product development used to follow a strict order: Design → Test → Adjust → Prepare for production ✅ Now, more teams are working in parallel. Design, validation and manufacturability checks can happen at the same time, with shared data connecting each stage. The impact? • Up to 30% faster time to market • Fewer handovers between teams • Greater visibility across the process The focus is on reducing complexity and maintaining steady progress from concept to production. 📘 Discover how connected workflows are reshaping product development: https://okt.to/0AexyW

We're excited to welcome Bernardo Parlange as Protolabs' new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) effective May 18. Bernardo brings more than 20 years of experience leading B2B industrial commercial teams and scaling organizations operating in complex, multi-market environments. Read more in the release sent earlier today: https://okt.to/YPE0CM