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We Can Manufacture 1-1000's Of Parts

Experience efficient and cost-effective low-volume manufacturing, Malcolm Nicholls Ltd your trusted partner for precision and quality

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Putting the Rapid In Rapid Prototyping

3D Parts Made In a Matter of Days

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Expert Model Making

Over 50 years of traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge 3D printing technologies, we can bring your concepts to life with unparalleled precision and expertise

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Rapid Prototyping, Low Volume Production and 3D Printing Service

We are the UK’s leading 3D Printing and Rapid Prototyping, Low Volume Production experts with over 50 years of experience and an unrivalled reputation for outstanding quality we can provide 3D print prototyping, low volume manufacturing and batch production. 

We are home to two of the largest 3D Printing Machines in the UK as well as a suite of 3D Printing technologies. Malcolm Nicholls Ltd can quickly and efficiently produce premium prototypes / 3D prints from CAD data and turn your great design into successful products. 

Operating across three sites in the Midlands and with 50 Years of experience in rapid prototyping services, our technology experts are on hand to help you.

 

3D Printing and rapid prototyping experts – More than just 3D Printing

SLA

Home to two of the largest 3D Printers in the UK SLA is the most widely used 3D Printing technology and it is generally considered to provide the greatest accuracy and best surface finish of any prototyping or 3D printing process..

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SLS

SLS can build functional parts, casting patterns and tooling inserts from your 3D CAD data. Our HiQ Sinterstation system (SLS 3D Printing machine) represents the future of Instant Manufacturing Technology

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Vacuum Casting

Vacuum casting abbreviated to Vac Casting is a method where we can replicate components and often used by our clients in the prototype phase of product development.  Talk to us about Vac Casting

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FDM

Manufacturing FDM also known as fused deposition modelling is the most widely available form of 3d printing. It is an additive manufacturing technology that selectively deposits molten plastic to build parts layer by layer building from the bottom up.

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CNC Machining

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining,  CNC machining in prototyping means three-dimensional cutting tasks can be accomplished in a single set of prompts. Talk to us about CNC

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RIM

RIM is the abbreviation for Reaction Injection Moulding, Reaction injection molding (RIM) is similar an often confused with injection molding except RIM uses thermosetting polymers, which requires a curing reaction to occur within the mold.

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Carbon 3D Print

Carbon has proven itself for its reliability in the toughest of environment, whether your looking to use it in low volume production or rapid prototyping Carbon 3D Printing is a great option. Talk to us about Carbon

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Vac Forming

Thermo or ‘Vacuum forming’ is one of the oldest and most common methods of processing plastic materials. Vacuum forming, is an important manufacturing process, and as such MNL have several ways in which prototype runs or low volume quantities can be produced.

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Aluminium & Steel Injection Mould

Both Aluminium & Steel Injection Moulding are often used as a useful process to establish the initial demand for a component talk to our technology consultants

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Our 3D Printing and Rapid Prototyping Case Studies

Complex Investment Ball

The design of this component meant that producing investment waxes via conventional techniques was almost impossible. Utilising the Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) process and Castform PolyStyrene powder was the ideal candidate to produce 75 waxes for investment casting.

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Spyker Rear Light

Malcolm Nicholls Limited (MNL) expertise was to be called upon to produce a full set of automotive rear light len’s and reflectors. Malcolm Nicholls 3D printed the full range of lens’ and reflectors using Stereolithography (SLA 7000) SLA gives the best surface finish and crispness of detail of all 3D printing processes.

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Can Making Machine - Exhibition Model

When approached by a leading supplier of machines that produce canning/food machinery. MNL were tasked with not only to produce a scale model of a machine but to also make it semi function.

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Concept Scale Wheels

These prototypes were produced using MNL’s 3D print process and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) using our Innov’ PA 1550 Nylon powder. These scale tyres were produced in a couple of days. No finishing is required.

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Drayton Manor Hotel Carousel

Coming full circle in our 40th year for Malcolm Nicholls Limited (MNL), one of the company’s recent projects was with the same company with which Malcolm Nicholls started producing rapid prototypes at the start of our business. This project was the development of a scale model for a carousel at Drayton Manor Theme Park.

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Rolls Royce Flying Lady

Malcolm Nicholls Limited (MNL) were approached to make a metalized version of this iconic statue. This was part of a project for a design student. MNL were supplied with scan data, this data could then be used for MNL’s 3D print machines, in this instance MNL produced a 3D model using their Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) process,

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Our 3D Printing and Prototyping Services

At Malcolm Nicholls Ltd, we are more than just a 3D printing service; we are your strategic partner in bringing your designs to life. With over 55 years of experience, we combine pioneering technology with expert craftsmanship to provide a comprehensive range of solutions, from initial prototypes to low-volume production.

Why Choose Malcolm Nicholls Ltd?

We offer a complete suite of 3D printing technologies to meet the diverse needs of your projects. Our capabilities include:

  • Large-Format and Transparent SLA: We operate two of the largest stereolithography (SLA) machines in the UK, boasting an impressive build platform of 800 x 800 x 600mm. This allows us to produce large, high-quality parts quickly and efficiently. We also specialise in producing crystal-clear, transparent parts for applications where clarity and visual accuracy are essential.
  • High-Performance FDM: Our Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) service utilises advanced engineering-grade materials like PEEK, ULTEM 1010, and PEKK. These materials are ideal for demanding industries such as automotive, Formula 1, aerospace, and defense, where parts require exceptional strength, durability, and heat resistance.
  • Selective Laser Sintering (SLS): We pioneered the introduction of a new Nylon SLS process in the UK, which delivers a superior surface finish and a feel closer to injection molded parts. This technology is perfect for functional prototypes and end-use parts that require robust mechanical properties.
  • CNC Machining: For projects requiring extreme precision and complex geometries, our advanced CNC machining services provide a perfect complement to our 3D printing offerings.

Industries We Serve

From concept to completion, we are here to support your entire product development journey. As one of the UK’s first providers of stereolithography back in 1996, we have a long history of helping businesses turn ideas into tangible products. We understand that prototyping is a critical step, which is why we offer a range of solutions to help you test, refine, and perfect your design before moving to mass production.

Low-Volume Manufacturing

Bridge the gap between prototyping and mass production with our low-volume manufacturing services. We can produce anywhere from 1 to 1,000+ parts with no minimum order. Our capabilities include:

  • Vacuum Casting: Our extensive material library allows us to closely match the properties of your final production material, making vacuum casting an excellent choice for creating high-quality, functional parts.
  • Overmolding & Threaded Inserts: Enhance the functionality and durability of your parts with our expertise in overmolding and the integration of threaded inserts.

Model Making

For decades, we have been recognised as one of the UK’s most renowned model makers, trusted by leading names in film, television industry. Our master model makers combine traditional craftsmanship with modern 3D Printing technology to create stunningly detailed and realistic models for:

Whether you need a full-scale prototype or a highly detailed scale model, our team has the expertise to bring your model to life.

 

Bridging The Gap From Initial Prototype To Mass Production

As a 3d printing and rapid prototyping service Malcolm Nicholls can produce 1 – 1000’s of parts. With our suite of machines, we can bridge the gap between initial prototypes and mass production.

Historically, manufacturing components in low quantities has always been a costly exercise. With the advent of the 3D printing service and vacuum casting many constraints previously faced can now be significantly reduced. 

Traditional design constraints, usually associated with injection mould tooling, for example, can now be ignored enabling designers to be more efficient and reduce part count within assemblies.

We can also offer the folloing hi-tech 3D Printing technologies, rapid prototyping techniques and traditional model making skills couple together to offer the following services:

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