INDUSTRIAL 3D PRINTING
ORCATEK provides industrial FDM additive manufacturing solutions for rapid prototyping, engineering validation, tooling, manufacturing support, and low-volume production.
From Prototype To Production
We focus on functional manufacturing rather than hobby-grade printing. Parts are engineered around strength, thermal performance, dimensional stability, manufacturability, and practical production feasibility.
FDM Manufacturing Platforms
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
FDM manufacturing creates parts by depositing thermoplastic filament layer-by-layer using controlled extrusion systems. This process enables rapid production of durable engineering components with strong mechanical properties and low production setup costs.
- Rapid prototyping
- Production fixtures and tooling
- Field-use rugged components
- Large-format manufacturing
- Functional engineering validation
- Low-volume production runs
Resin Manufacturing Coming Soon
Future ORCATEK resin manufacturing systems will support high-detail production, precision engineering models, casting masters, micro-features, and advanced presentation prototypes.
- High detail surface finishes
- Precision engineering prototypes
- Complex geometry reproduction
- Presentation models
- Fine-feature manufacturing
- Small precision components
Production Materials
PLA
Plant-based thermoplastic commonly used for rapid prototypes, concept validation, visual models, and low-load applications.
PETG
Durable engineering material offering improved impact resistance, chemical resistance, and utility performance.
ASA
UV-resistant engineering thermoplastic designed for outdoor, industrial, and marine environments.
TPU
Flexible thermoplastic material used for seals, grips, dampening systems, and impact-resistant components.
Nylon
High-strength engineering material offering excellent durability, wear resistance, and mechanical performance.
Carbon Fibre Reinforced
Reinforced engineering composites designed for rigidity, lightweight structures, and demanding functional applications.
Plant-Based Materials
Renewable-source thermoplastics intended for sustainable manufacturing concepts and environmentally conscious projects.
Engineering Composites
Specialized advanced materials combining strength, rigidity, thermal performance, and industrial durability.
How Manufacturing Works
1. Design & CAD
Customer supplied CAD models or ORCATEK engineering development services are prepared for additive manufacturing optimization.
2. Manufacturing Setup
Parts are sliced using industrial manufacturing software to determine support structures, orientation, infill strategy, layer height, and production parameters.
3. Production & Finishing
Parts are manufactured, inspected, cleaned, post-processed, and prepared for delivery or further production integration.
Manufacturing Pricing Structure
Minimum Order
Base minimum charge for small utility parts, rapid prototypes, fitment checks, and short manufacturing jobs.
Project Manufacturing
Manufacturing pricing is determined by material selection, machine time, production complexity, support requirements, finishing requirements, tolerances, quantity, and project scope.
CAD & Engineering
Engineering support includes CAD development, reverse engineering, manufacturing preparation, tolerance adjustments, design optimization, and prototype refinement.