Proto Labs, Inc. (Protolabs)

Protolabs is a leading digital manufacturer that provides rapid prototyping and on-demand production services for custom parts. The company's core mission is to empower businesses to accelerate product development and bring new ideas to market by offering the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing service globally. Headquartered in Maple Plain, Minnesota, USA, Protolabs leverages advanced technology to streamline the manufacturing process.

Protolabs offers a range of manufacturing services, including injection molding, CNC machining, 3D printing, and sheet metal fabrication. These services cater to diverse market segments such as medical, aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and robotics. The company's business model is built on automated quoting and manufacturing systems, enabling the production of parts in as fast as one day. Additionally, Protolabs utilizes its "Protolabs Network," a global network of vetted manufacturing partners, to expand its capabilities and offer broader solutions.

Suresh Krishna has served as the President and CEO of Protolabs since May 2025. The company has demonstrated strong performance, with revenue from its robotics customers more than doubling in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Protolabs also reported robust financial results for Q1 and Q2 2026, showing increased revenue and improved gross margins. Recognized for its innovation, Protolabs was named to Business Insider's "America's Most Innovative Businesses 2027 List" and TIME's "2026 List of America's Best Companies."