Explore all 3D printing solutions offered by GKN Powder Metallurgy through our two brands —

Forecast 3D

and

GKN Additive

Rapid Prototyping

Get to Market Faster

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Polymers and metals
Parts delivered as fast as 1 day

Putting the Rapid in Rapid Prototyping

Discover quick-turn solutions to test, validate, and qualify products in days.

1-5 days

Average lead time

50+

Materials to choose from

5 min

Time to place an order

Validated Applications

Benefits of Rapid Prototyping

Reduces Up-Front Costs

Test fast with real plastics and metals to validate products before production.

Versatile

Choose from over 50 materials in plastics and metals plus a variety of finishing services to meet all product requirements.

Enables Testing, Feedback

User feedback and/or functional testing can ensure that the part/component meets the design goals.

Speed

Parts produced in as little as one day enable the fastest time to market.

“GKN Additive (Forecast 3D) exceeded expectations.”

Christine Bardsley

GM design release engineer

Services

Choose the Best Option for Each Project

Rapid Prototyping

Test fit, form, and function with dozens of materials and finishes.

Production

Whether producing 100 parts or one million, start producing with 3D Printing.

Scale-Up/Pilot Plant

Scale-up solutions and pilot plants reduce risk and increase efficiency of while ramping into full production.

Bridge Manufacturing

Bridge Manufacturing uses 3D printing to cost-effectively test designs, produce during tooling/shipping delays, and get to market faster.

Applications

Products enhanced and/or enabled by 3D printing. Explore validated applications that allow for scalability.