Why Do We 3D Print Parts?
Reduce costs, environmental impact, manufacturing flexibilty.
3D printing — formally known as additive manufacturing — builds objects by depositing successive layers of material until the final shape is complete. Unlike subtractive manufacturing, where a block of raw material is progressively machined away to reach the desired form, additive manufacturing uses only what’s needed. The result is virtually zero material waste, faster iteration, and the freedom to produce complex geometries that would be difficult or impossible to machine conventionally.
For Go-NOGo, this matters in several practical ways. We can rapidly prototype and refine enclosure designs, sensor housings, and mounting components without the lead times or tooling costs associated with injection moulding or CNC machining. It also gives us access to a wide range of engineering-grade materials — from rigid structural polymers to flexible, impact-resistant compounds — letting us match the material properties precisely to what each part demands.
We take an open approach to this: all our 3D printing files are freely available on our website. You’re welcome to print them as-is, scale them to suit your setup, or modify them to fit your own needs. We believe that when customers can repair, adapt, and personalise their equipment, it leads to better outcomes for everyone — and it aligns with our commitment to building products that last.
No printer? No problem. We stock printed parts and can supply them directly — just get in touch or head to the accessories section of our shop.