Centor is an award-winning manufacturer of industrial custom integrated door systems. Challenge Validating component and assembly designs was inhibited by high machining costs and unreliable outsourcing. Solution Robust high-quality 3D printed parts provide a more efficient method to produce functional prototypes. Results Centor rapidly iterates on product designs and validates fit, form and basic function by 3D printing prototypes in-house. Functional Rapid Prototyping Centor develops custom integrated doors for residential and commercial buildings. Each unique design requires a proof of concept. Three in-house machinists used to spend all their time fabricating components in low volumes, with additional components being outsourced. This approach led to inconsistent quality,

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