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3D design

We turn your idea into a 3D model that can be 3D printed! We can also update and modify existing 3D models according to your wishes.

3D design

3D design refers to the design of a product or part as a three-dimensional digital 3D model. The shape, dimensions, and structure of the 3D model are defined. 3D design takes into account the intended use, technical requirements, and manufacturability using 3D printing or other manufacturing methods.

The end result is an editable digital 3D model that enables fast and cost-effective manufacturing and further development.

The finished 3D model can be used immediately in 3D printing, CNC machining, or other manufacturing processes. CNC machining or other manufacturing. The 3D model can be used in technical documents and further development.

3D printing provides more opportunities for designing and optimizing 3D models. 3D printing can be used to create complex shapes and hollow structures that are not possible with traditional methods. Subassemblies can be manufactured as a single piece, which reduces the need for assembly and improves durability.
 

We are a Finnish, eco-friendly, and responsible company specializing in 3D technology, based in Oulu. 

We provide all 3D services under one roof, from design to manufacturing. From idea to finished product quickly and cost-effectively!

3D design pricing

The price of 3D design is determined by the scope of the work and the time spent. You will always receive a service solution tailored to your needs, either on an hourly or contract basis. We will calculate the price based on the information you provide and send you a clear quote quickly.
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Contact us, and we will design and implement a package that is just right for you.

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Frequently asked questions about 3D design

What can be designed in 3D?

Almost anything can be designed in 3D. 3D design and 3D printing should be used when no ready-made solution is available.

Can be done, for example:

  • Customized products
  • Prototypes and product development models
  • Spare parts and replacement parts 
  • Enclosures, covers, fasteners
  • Jigs and production aids
  • And many others, almost anything

 

Once the target has been correctly selected, 3D design saves time and reduces costs.
The end result is an editable model that can be manufactured as needed using 3D printing.

 
 
  1. Initial assessment
    We review the desired specifications, intended use, and technical requirements (dimensions, shapes, materials, and properties) for the product.

  2. Let's consider how to design a cost-effective, technically functional 3D model.
  3. 3D model design
    We design a customizable 3D model according to your specifications using CAD software.
  4. 3D model editing and optimization
    Lighten the structure, reinforce critical points, change dimensions and shapes, and add or remove structural components as needed.
  5. 3D printing opens up new possibilities for 3D design
    3D printing can be used to create complex shapes and hollow structures that are not possible with traditional methods. Subassemblies can be manufactured as a single piece, which reduces the need for assembly and improves durability.
  6. Ready-to-produce 3D models
    We also offer 3D printing services and assembly. We provide comprehensive 3D printing services, so you can get everything you need from us under one roof – from modeling to finished products, quickly and effortlessly.
  7. Saving the 3D model to the digital library
    If you wish, we can save the 3D model to our digital library, where it will be easily accessible for future production and development needs.
 

The 3D model can be modified and optimized according to the application.
The structure can be lightened, critical points can be reinforced, dimensions and shapes can be changed, and structural components can be added or removed.

3D printing opens up more possibilities for optimizing 3D models. 3D printing can be used to create complex shapes and hollow structures that are not usually possible with traditional methods.

Subassemblies can also be combined into a single piece, which reduces the need for assembly and can improve durability.

  • 3D design is a fast and cost-effective way to create a 3D model based on an idea.
  • Enables rapid manufacturing with 3D printing or CNC machining, etc.
  • You will receive a customized product that is not available off the shelf.
  • We will design your product based on your idea, even without drawings.
  • Further development of the 3D model is easy.
  • We offer you something you won't find anywhere else.

The most common file formats are STL, STEP, and SLDPRT.

STL is suitable for direct 3D printing and prototyping.
STEP is best suited for production and further design in various CAD programs.

SLDPRT is a SolidWorks native file when you want a fully editable model in SolidWorks.

Digikirjasto is a service that ensures the secure storage and rapid reproduction of your 3D models.
When you save your models in the digital library, you can get a 3D-printed product exactly when you need it.

The 3D model is delivered to the customer as a ready-made 3D model file.
The most common file formats are STL, STEP, and SLDPRT.

3D printing is a fast and flexible way to manufacture spare parts, prototypes, scale models, and products for almost any purpose.

We provide all 3D services under one roof, from design to manufacturing using 3D printing.

3D modeling refers to the creation of a three-dimensional image or model.
It can also be visual modeling, and the model is not always directly manufacturable.

3D design is goal-oriented product design, in which a technically functional 3D model is created.
It takes into account dimensions, technical properties, materials, and manufacturability.
The end result of 3D design is an editable digital 3D model that enables fast and cost-effective manufacturing and smooth further development.

3D design always includes 3D modeling.
However, not all 3D modeling includes 3D design.
3D design and 3D modeling are often confused, even though they are not quite the same thing.

In 3D design creates a completely new 3D model based on an idea, sketch, or need. Suitable for developing new products and designing customized products. When you need something that isn't readily available, 3D design and 3D printing are the answer.

Reverse Engineering An editable 3D model is created based on 3D scan data. All necessary changes and corrections are made to the 3D model. Read more ->

The delivery time depends on the complexity and scope of the work, as well as other jobs in the queue. The first version can be ready in just a few days.

When you need a product that is not readily available, we will manufacture it for you, even without drawings. A customized solution ensures that you get exactly the product you want and in exactly the right quantity, even if it is just one piece.

  • Domestic, ecological, and responsible 3D production in Oulu
  • Fast and cost-effective production from design to manufacturing
  • Wide range of materials for different applications, including recyclable and bio-based options

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