Industrial 3D printing has developed rapidly in recent years. Nevertheless, access to professionally developed solutions is often unnecessarily complex. Many providers work purely on a project basis, without a clear product structure. Others sell files without a proper licensing model. And still others operate in the hobbyist sector, without considering industrial requirements.
For companies that need functional components, this is not a stable basis.
That's why we at Collaboratory have set up our own online shop.
We develop products not out of a playful impulse, but with a clear technical objective. Every part fulfills a specific function. Design, material selection, and manufacturing strategy are all coordinated. Our aim is to provide reproducible, durable, and clean solutions.
The online shop is not a marketing tool for us. It's infrastructure.
It creates price transparency, clearly defined licensing models, structured product information, and direct access to digital and physical solutions. Companies can make faster decisions and act faster.
A key component of our concept is the combination of physical products and digital STL licenses. A component can either be purchased directly as a finished product or acquired as a license for in-house production. This flexibility allows companies with their own printing infrastructure to save time and produce independently. At the same time, customers without their own manufacturing facilities receive a ready-to-use product with a defined quality standard.
In addition to standardized products, we offer custom prototyping. From the initial concept to the functional component, we support the entire development process in a structured and documented manner. Speed is important, but technical precision is crucial.
Having our own shop means responsibility for us.
We take responsibility for quality, clear communication, and legally compliant licensing models. We deliberately work without intermediary platforms to maintain control and direct customer contact.
The online shop is just the beginning. More products will follow. In this blog, we will provide insights into development processes, material choices, and real-world applications.
Collaboratory stands for functional solutions, digital precision, and entrepreneurial thinking. Anyone looking for industrial 3D printing solutions in Switzerland will find not just components with us, but a clear structure behind them.