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Four Days To Delivery: Inside Protolabs Automation Capabilities Expansion

October 1, 2026 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET Virtual Event

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Date October 1, 2026 Thursday
Time 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Format Virtual Event
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Critical Issues Member Forum Call – New Product & Business Model Innovation

Abstract

Investment in aerospace and defense accelerated the product development timeline. Protolabs’ quick-turn machining capabilities needed to evolve with the industry now needing more complex parts in shorter lead times. In response, the digital manufacturer expanded its quick-turn CNC capabilities, delivering parts inclusive of tighter tolerances, added precision, and secondary operations in as fast as four days.

Go behind the scenes of this year-plus long project to learn more about the process, opportunities, and challenges along the way. Attendees will gain insights on:

  • Best practices in pragmatically responding to customer demands
  • Implementing new processes on the manufacturing floor that align with enterprise-level strategy
  • Connecting digital processes to the manufacturing floor for ultimate efficiencies
Presenter:
  • Chris McCall, Senior Global Product Manager, Protolabs
  • Amanda Deegan, Logistics Manager, Protolabs
Facilitator:
  • Melissa Boom, Senior Content Director, Manufacturing Leadership Council

Speakers

Chris McCall Senior Global Product Manager, Protolabs
Amanda Deegan Logistics Manager, Protolabs

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