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3D Printing Services in New York City

For Prototypes, Complex Geometries & Custom Fabrication

3D printing at Kemperle Industries is integrated into a broader workflow that includes 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and fabrication. We help artists, brands, engineers, studios, and architects turn digital designs into physical objects—accurately, efficiently, and at production quality.

Our 3D printing capabilities support:

  • Rapid prototyping for design validation

  • Low-volume production of custom parts

  • Complex geometries that cannot be machined traditionally

  • Physical outputs for casting, molding, or fabrication workflows

Our process focuses on dimensional accuracy, material performance, and real-world applications — from automotive and product design to art fabrication and restoration.

Planning a small-scale production run but unsure which process fits your part and budget? Our guide to low-volume manufacturing for small businesses walks through the options — 3D printing, CNC routing, molding and casting, and specialized runs — with honest tradeoffs for each.

If prototyping is part of your development process, our article on how prototyping shapes product development covers how iteration strategy, fidelity choices, and timing affect outcomes at every stage.

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Choosing The Right Build Method

At Kemperle Industries, 3D printing is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Every project starts with a simple question:

What does this part need to do?

From there, we determine:

  • Whether 3D printing is the right approach

  • Which technology best fits the geometry and tolerances

  • Which material meets performance requirements

We select the appropriate technology and material based on how the part will be used, not just how it will be made.

Every project is evaluated within a broader fabrication workflow — ensuring that the final output meets the requirements for fit, function, finish, and downstream production.

Functional Prototypes

Durable, testable parts used to validate fit, performance, and design before production.

High-Detail Models

Precision prints with fine features and smooth surface quality, often used for presentation, display, or master patterns.

Production-Ready Components

Low-volume, end-use parts where traditional manufacturing may be inefficient or cost-prohibitive.

Master Patterns for Casting

3D printed forms used to create molds for resin, silicone, plaster, or metal casting workflows.

Kemperle Industries selects technologies based on geometry, tolerance, and performance.

FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)

Used for functional prototyping, low-volume production, and end-use components where strength, reliability, and material performance are critical.

  • Strong, durable parts

  • Ideal for functional prototypes and larger components

  • Cost-effective for iterative design

SLA (Stereolithography) 

For functional prototypes, end-use parts, and low-volume production where durability and design freedom are essential.

  • High resolution and surface quality

  • Best for fine detail and smooth finishes

  • Often used for master patterns

SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) 

Used or functional prototypes, end-use parts, and low-volume production where durability and design freedom are essential.

  • No support structures required

  • Strong, complex geometries

  • Suitable for functional and interlocking parts

DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering)

Applied to functional metal components, complex internal geometries, and low-volume production parts where traditional machining would be impractical or cost-prohibitive.

  • Metal parts with high strength and precision

  • Used for specialized, high-performance applications

PolyJet 

Used for presentation models, ergonomic prototypes, and design validation parts where appearance, texture, and material behavior are essential.

  • Extremely fine detail and smooth surfaces

  • Capable of multi-material and color printing

  • Ideal for presentation models and complex visual prototypes

MJF (Multi Jet Fusion)

Used for functional prototypes, end-use components, and low- to mid-volume production where strength, repeatability, and surface consistency are required.

  • Strong, consistent mechanical properties

  • Efficient for low-volume production

  • Excellent for functional end-use parts

Material selection is based on how a part will perform in real-world conditions including strength, flexibility, surface quality, and environmental exposure.

Rather than defaulting to a standard material, we match each project to the right balance of properties and application requirements.

Rigid & Structural Materials

Used for components that require strength, stability, and consistent geometry.

  • PLA → Efficient for early-stage prototypes and form studies

  • ABS → Greater impact resistance and durability than PLA

  • Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics → Increased stiffness and strength for structural applications

Examples: housings, brackets, mounting components, and dimensional prototypes

Durable Engineering Materials

Designed for functional testing and real-world use.

  • Nylon (PA12, PA11) → Strong, lightweight, and wear-resistant

  • MJF / SLS Nylon Parts → Consistent mechanical properties for end-use components

  • Engineering-grade resins → Tuned for impact resistance, heat tolerance, or rigidity

Examples: functional prototypes, moving parts, and low-volume production components

High-Detail & Surface-Sensitive Materials

Optimized for fine features, smooth finishes, and precision geometry.

  • Standard & high-resolution resins (SLA / PolyJet) → Exceptional detail and surface quality

  • Multi-material PolyJet outputs → Capable of combining textures and finishes in a single part

Examples: presentation models, master patterns, and intricate geometries

Flexible & Elastomeric Materials

Used when elasticity, compression, or impact absorption is required.

  • TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) → Flexible, durable, and abrasion-resistant

  • Rubber-like resins (PolyJet / SLA) → Soft-touch and compressible components

Examples: gaskets, seals, protective elements, and ergonomic features

Capture → Model → Build

3D printing is most powerful when combined with upstream and downstream processes.

We frequently integrate printing with:

Printed parts may serve as:

  • Final components for installation or use

  • Iterations within a design and engineering cycle

  • Master patterns for molding and casting

  • Transitional outputs between digital modeling and fabrication

This integrated approach ensures that printed parts are not only accurate but also buildable, functional, and production-ready.

Ornamental Plaster Master Pattern

3D printing a master pattern of an ornamental plaster element for a residential interior.

Replica of the Academy Awards Oscar

3D printing a replica of the Academy Awards Oscar for molding and resin casting.

3D Printed Plaster Column Base

SLA 3D printing a master pattern for an ornamental plaster mold.

Why Kemperle Industries?

We approach 3D printing as part of a complete fabrication ecosystem, not an isolated service.

Clients work with us when they need:

  • Precision from scan to final part

  • Support with complex or unconventional geometry

  • A partner who understands both digital modeling and physical fabrication

We work with clients throughout the region, including those looking for 3D printing services in Pennsylvania and 3D printing services in North Carolina.

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Which 3D Printing Technology is best for my project?

Choosing the Right 3D Printing Technology: A Complete Comparison Guide

Which 3D printing technology is best for functional parts?

Choosing the Right 3D Printing Technology for Functional Parts: A practical guide to choosing strength, durability, and performance

How does scan-to-print work?

Scan to Print: A technical guide to turning physical objects into production-ready 3D printed parts

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