Protolabs installs second Axtra3D Lumia X1

Axtra3D, a company specializing in Hi-Speed SLA systems, has successfully installed a second Lumia X1 3D printer at Protolabs, a leading digital manufacturing company. The expansion comes within nine months of Protolabs adopting their first Lumia X1 system, marking a rapid and strategic scaling of their advanced photopolymer capabilities in response to growing customer demand.

“From the outset, the Lumia X1 has exceeded expectations in both performance and reliability, making it an excellent choice for scaling. Its ability to consistently deliver high-quality parts with minimal post-processing has allowed us to expand production without compromising on speed or precision,” said Kenny Capps, Director of 3D Printing Operations at Protolabs. “The addition of a second unit enables us to meet the growing customer demand for HPS parts.”

Protolabs leverages the Lumia X1 platform primarily for ceramic mold inserts, prototyping and production end use parts, and fire-retardant applications that benefit from the machine’s precision, surface quality, dimensional accuracy, and throughput. The decision to bring on a second unit demonstrates Protolabs’ confidence in the Lumia X1’s repeatability and the strategic value it brings to their additive production capabilities.

“Protolabs’ decision to install a second Lumia X1, driven by expanding application use, reinforces the value of our Hi-Speed SLA. The fact that we moved from PO to full installation in just three days is a testament not only to the strength of our partnership, but also to the operational alignment and commitment on both sides,” said Rajeev Kulkarni, Chief Strategy Officer at Axtra3D. “Protolabs is known for identifying and scaling transformative technologies quickly, and their continued investment in the Lumia X1 highlights the platform’s unmatched combination of speed, precision, and material capability. We’re excited to support Protolabs’ growth and innovation.”