Industrial 3D Printing Services in Chicago
Parts for Chicago's Industrial Base
Power America's manufacturing heartland with industrial-grade 3D printing solutions. From heavy machinery to medical devices, rapid manufacturing with next-day shipping across the Midwest.
- North American manufacturing for Chicago industrial teams
- Fast production of 3D printed fixtures, tooling, and end-use parts
- Shipping across Chicagoland and the Midwest
- Rapid prototyping for Chicago product development teams
- Fast functional parts for Midwest automotive and industrial projects
- Online quotes and prototype shipping across Illinois
Explore our industrial 3D printing technologies in Chicago
SLS
Selective Laser Sintering
High-strength nylon parts, from a single part to repeat production.
- Build volume
- 340 × 340 × 600 mm
- Tolerance
- ±0.3%
- Machinery
- EOS P 396+3 more
MJF
Multi-Jet Fusion
Fast, high-quality thermoplastic parts for medium to high volumes.
- Build volume
- 380 × 284 × 380 mm
- Tolerance
- ±0.3%
- Machinery
- HP 5200
FDM
Fused Deposition Modeling
Large-format thermoplastic parts for tooling, jigs and fixtures.
- Build volume
- 914 × 609 × 914 mm
- Tolerance
- ±0.3%
- Machinery
- Stratasys Fortus 900+6 more
SLA
Stereolithography
Precision resin parts with crisp detail and a smooth finish.
- Build volume
- 1500 × 750 × 550 mm
- Tolerance
- ±0.25%
- Machinery
- 3D Systems ProX 800+3 more
DMLS
Direct Metal Laser Sintering
Production metal parts with complex internal channels.
- Build volume
- 400 × 300 × 400 mm
- Tolerance
- ±0.3%
- Machinery
- EOS M290
SLS nylon parts stand up to repeated use on the shop floor, which suits functional prototypes and end-use components alike. Chicago engineering teams can validate a bracket, guard or duct with a few parts, then order a production run of the same nylon when the design settles.
- Build volume
- 340 x 340 x 600 mm
- Layer height
- 60 - 120 Microns
- General tolerance
- +/-0.3%
- Machinery
- EOS P 396, EOSINT P 395, EOS FORMIGA P 110 Velocis, Formlabs Fuse 1
Multi Jet Fusion is the route to a batch of plastic parts when there is no time or budget for injection mold tooling. Fine detail and consistent surfaces suit enclosures, sensor mounts and machine covers, so a Chicago manufacturer, startup or product team can supply a first production run while tooling decisions are still open.
- Build volume
- 380 x 284 x 380 mm
- Layer height
- 100 Microns
- General tolerance
- +/-0.3%
- Machinery
- HP 5200
FDM prints large thermoplastic parts, jigs, fixtures and tooling in one piece, so a fixture or duct is not limited by a small build plate. Engineering thermoplastics such as ULTEM take the heat and load that commodity plastics cannot, giving Chicago workshops tooling built for the task.
- Build volume
- 914mm x 609mm x 914mm
- Layer height
- 127 - 330 microns
- General tolerance
- +/-0.3%
- Machinery
- Stratasys Fortus 900, Stratasys Fortus 450, Stratasys Fortus 400, Bambu Lab H2S, Bambu Lab H2D, Stratasys Fortus 380, Markforged X7
Resin parts from SLA carry the finest detail and smoothest surfaces of any process here. Presentation models, clear or translucent parts and fit-check prototypes benefit most, giving designers, researchers and product teams a part to review in hand before committing to a final design or production tooling.
- Build volume
- 1500mm x 750mm x 550mm
- Layer height
- 50 or 100 microns
- General tolerance
- +/-0.25%
- Machinery
- 3D Systems ProX 800, UnionTech Lite600, Formlabs Form 4L, 3D Systems ProJet 6000 HD
For parts that plastic cannot carry, DMLS builds aluminum, stainless steel and titanium components for functional testing and production. Internal channels, thin walls and consolidated assemblies come out as one part, so an engineer can test a manifold, nozzle or replacement component in the intended metal.
- Build volume
- 400 x 300 x 400 mm
- Layer height
- 20 - 80 microns
- General tolerance
- +/-0.3%
- Machinery
- EOS M290
Machine model
EOS P 396
North American Manufacturing for Chicago
Chicago teams get North American manufacturing with industrial 3D printing in metal, plastic and resin. One operation covers the first prototype and the production run for engineers, startups, researchers and established businesses across Illinois and the wider Midwest, with engineering guidance, online quoting and shipping throughout the region.
- Made in North America
- Prototype to production
- From 1 day
- Production lead times
Parts made to your specification, finished and ready to use
Chicago projects often start with a replacement part or a fixture a machine cannot run without, then grow into production components. Metal, plastic and resin sit in one workflow, so each part is produced to a clear specification, from a single unit to a full production run. Send drawings and finishing priorities and we confirm the process.
Replacement machine parts
Nylon or metal replacements for guards, guides, brackets and worn components on equipment where the original supplier is slow or no longer makes the part.
End-use partsMachine guards and covers
MJF and SLS covers, sensor mounts and cable guides that fit existing equipment, produced in small batches and reordered as lines are added.
MJF 3D printingDucting and manifolds
SLS nylon ducts and DMLS metal manifolds with internal channels for air, coolant and fluid routing, validated in functional tests before production.
SLS 3D printing
How every order is kept consistent
- A quality system built for ISO 9001
- Steam, our manufacturing system, keeps the batch, material and inspection records for each order. First article inspection and dimensional reports are available on request.
- Finishing chosen when you quote
- Choose the finishing your part needs, from dyed or smoothed surfaces to bead blasting, paint and installed inserts, with the available options shown when you quote. Surface finishes
- Engineering support before production
- Uploads are checked for manufacturability, and our team helps with material, process and finish decisions so the first part and the five-hundredth are built the same way.
Instant Online 3D Printing in Chicago
Upload files, configure manufacturing specs, and track production in one workflow built for engineering teams.
75% complete
Step 01
Upload CAD Files
Automated file checks before production
Drop your CAD files and receive immediate manufacturability feedback. Critical geometry and wall checks run as soon as files are uploaded.
- Upload STEP, STL, OBJ, and production drawing files
- Auto-detection for thin walls and trapped volumes
- Instant design feedback before checkout
1 part or 1,000
Rapid prototyping to full-scale production, our systems keep programs moving while the same engineers guide each phase. Upload files for instant quotes or collaborate with our team to select the right mix of 3D printing materials and technologies for your build. Every build follows the same validated path: intake, qualification, automated production, and inspection, so your prototypes hand off to production without rework.
- 01 · CAD upload
Start with your CAD file and drawing
Upload every part of your Chicago project in one quote, drawings included, and price it instantly.
- Technologies
- 6
- Materials
- 50+
- 02 · Manufacturing analysis
Every part is checked before it prints
DFM checks flag thin walls, warping risks and unsupported features for your chosen process and material.
- DFM analysis
- <3 seconds
- Drawing analysis
- Automatic
- 03 · First article inspection
Prove the first part, then repeat it
First parts are measured against your drawing before the run is released.
- Quality system
- ISO 9001-aligned
- Inspection
- Dimensional reports
- 04 · Automated production
Lights-out manufacturing
Builds run through nights and weekends across our EOS, HP and Stratasys fleet, packed tight so large orders finish sooner.
- Daily capacity
- 10K+ parts
- Turnaround
- As fast as 1 day
- 05 · Quality & logistics
Traced, documented and shipped
Every part is inspected before it ships and traced to the build it came from.
- Traceability
- Every build
- Shipping
- Next day
- CAD upload
Start with your CAD file and drawing
Upload every part of your Chicago project in one quote, drawings included, and price it instantly. Every part is saved in Forge Labs Steam for the next run.
- Technologies
- 6
- Materials
- 50+
- Manufacturing analysis
Every part is checked before it prints
DFM checks flag thin walls, warping risks and unsupported features against your chosen process and material. Drawing analysis reads your PDF requirements, and our engineers review anything that needs a second look.
- DFM analysis
- <3 seconds
- Drawing analysis
- Automatic
- First article inspection
Prove the first part, then repeat it
First parts are measured against your drawing before the run is released, and every reorder builds the exact revision you signed off.
- Quality system
- ISO 9001-aligned
- Inspection
- Dimensional reports
- Automated production
Lights-out manufacturing
Builds run through nights and weekends across our EOS, HP and Stratasys fleet, packed tight so large orders finish sooner. Inserts, finishing and assembly happen in-house, so parts arrive ready to use.
- Daily capacity
- 10K+ parts
- Turnaround
- As fast as 1 day
- Quality & logistics
Traced, documented and shipped
Every part is inspected before it ships and traced to the build it came from, and you follow every order in Forge Labs Steam from release to delivery.
- Traceability
- Every build
- Shipping
- Next day
Quality you can see
Forge Labs Steam orchestrates quoting, manufacturability feedback, and order execution, but every part still meets our quality lab before it ships. Automation accelerates the paperwork; engineers close the loop with metrology, documentation, and cosmetic sign-off.
- Quality system
- ISO 9001-aligned
- Documentation
- FAI/PPAP/FAIR
- Traceability
- Material tracking
Performance you can trust
Steam DFM intelligence flags risks instantly while our manufacturing engineers adjust builds, tooling, and documentation to keep production compliant across repeat runs.
ISO 9001-Aligned QMS
Traceability with controlled document revisions and corrective actions tracked on every order.
Statistical quality control
ISO-2859 sampling plans and Cp/Cpk monitoring keep production builds within spec.
First article inspection
Dimensional and functional validation before we transition any build into sustained production.
In-house manufacturing
Engineers oversee every build from start to finish.
Dimensional reports
GR&R qualified metrology delivers CAD-overlaid reports and revision history for auditors.
Visual and cosmetic sign-off
Surface, color, and assembly checks confirm presentation-ready hardware every shipment.
- Quality system
- ISO 9001-aligned
- Documentation
- FAI/PPAP/FAIR
- Traceability
- Material tracking
Talk with our manufacturing engineers
Bring your next program into Forge Labs Steam, from prototype intake to sustained production with audit-ready quality.
Trusted by the most innovative teams
Engineering, procurement, and operations teams rely on Forge Labs for precision parts, engineering support, and dependable production—from prototypes to repeat orders.
Industries We Serve in Chicago
Every industry asks something different of a part. We help Chicago teams match the design, material, and manufacturing process to the job it needs to do.
3D Printing for Chicago's Manufacturing Landscape
Chicagoland's equipment manufacturers and food production businesses depend on machinery built for specific products and workflows. A packaging change or a new assembly can create a need for a different positioning tool, an inspection holder, or a model to check clearances before equipment is modified.
Forge Labs supports those projects through FDM 3D printing for custom fixtures, assembly aids, and packaging equipment mockups. Teams can try a new handling arrangement on the bench and refine it around operator feedback. This is especially useful for tooling that changes with the product instead of remaining fixed for the life of a machine.
Industry Focus
Industrial Manufacturing in Chicago
Chicago's manufacturing sector leverages 3D printing for custom tooling, replacement parts, and specialized equipment that keeps America's industrial heartland running efficiently.
Automotive
Jigs, fixtures and low-volume parts for vehicle and equipment builders across the Midwest.
Robotics
Grippers, mounts and covers for Chicago automation and material handling systems.
Medical Device Manufacturing
Device housings, guides and fixtures for Chicago medtech companies and hospitals.
Architectural Scale Models
Scale models and presentation pieces for Chicago architecture and planning firms.
Discover how 3D printing is transforming manufacturing across all industries in Chicago
Repeat tooling
Keep tooling and production-part orders organized as quantities change
Line changes bring new fixture versions and new part counts. Each part in an order keeps its own process, material, finishing and quantity, so four fixtures and forty clips for a Chicagoland line go on one order and one invoice.
Order Details
Locating fixture, station 3
FDM · ABS · Black
Quantity
4
Guide rail clip
MJF · Nylon PA12 · Black
Quantity
40
Sensor bracket
SLS · Nylon PA12 · Black · Heat Set Inserts
Quantity
12
3 parts
Repeat orderChange the count, not the specification
Adjust quantity per part when the build changes; the rest of the configuration stays put. FDM 3D printing
Ready to Get Started?
Upload your design and get an instant quote for your 3D printing project.
- Instant pricing with automated manufacturability analysis
- Production workflows built for repeatable quality
- Engineering support from prototype to production
Create an account to upload CAD
STEP, STL, OBJ, 3MF and IGES supported
- Manufacturing technologies
- 6
- Engineering materials
- 50+
- Part quantities
- 1-500+
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our 3D printing services in Chicago
- Can you print replacement parts for production machinery?
- Yes. Worn or hard-to-source machine parts can be printed from a CAD file in nylon, glass-filled nylon or metal, and reordered from the same file whenever the line needs another, without holding stock.
- Can you make positioning tools when a packaging line changes?
- When a new product or package size comes to the line, positioning tools, guides and holders can be printed around the new part in nylon and fitted without modifying the equipment. Food-contact suitability depends on the material and application, so confirm requirements with our engineers.
- Where are parts for Chicago orders made?
- Chicago orders are made in North America, using Forge Labs' significant US manufacturing capacity, and ship next day anywhere in the US, including across the Midwest, once production is complete.
- Do you print ducting and manifolds?
- SLS and MJF nylon print air ducting with bends that are slow to fabricate, and DMLS prints metal manifolds with internal channels. Most nylon parts can be printed in as little as one day; metal parts start from four business days.
- Do you make machine guards and covers?
- Guards and covers print in nylon or ASA, shaped around the machine they protect, and are reprinted from the same file when a guard is damaged or the equipment changes.