Lightweight. Precise. Custom 3D Print Manufacturing
At Midlands 3D, we understand the unique demands of (drone) UAV part manufacturing. We know that weight, strength, and aerodynamic efficiency must work in perfect harmony. Now as growth in other unmanned vehicle classes, whether UGVs for land, USVs or UUVs on and in the water, is exploding in popularity, we are bringing that experience to bear more widely.
That’s why leading drone designers and unmanned vehicle innovators have chosen us as their specialist 3D print manufacturing partner, leveraging our experience to help bring their concepts to flight and mission-ready reality.
We are a trusted partner for unmanned vehicle startups, drone developers, and UAV system integrators across the UK and beyond. We are ISO9001 and Cyber Essentials certified, JOSCAR registered and ready to do business with you.
Why Choose Midlands 3D for UAV Part Manufacturing?
Lightweight, High-Performance Components
Our Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) printing technology and materials are proven for UAV components, delivering:
- High strength-to-weight ratios
- Exceptional dimensional accuracy
- Fine surface detail and low porosity
- Functional, durable components
From internal structural frames to aerodynamic housings, external wing and body components and modular payload mounts, MJF prints consistently perform under flight conditions.
Enhanced Performance from Print Finishing
Part performance can be further enhanced by adopting one or more of our market leading part finishing options:
- DeepDye colouring to give a consistent durable, UV stable black finish
- PolyShot surfacing to enhance surface texture
- Vapour smoothing to provide enhanced strength, sealed, aerodynamic, waterproof and scratch resistant surface
DfAM for UAV Design
Adopting Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) techniques allows you to break free from the traditional design constraints of traditional manufacturing technologies.
We can help you:
- Consolidate multi-part assemblies into single complex components
- Create lattice structures to reduce weight while maintaining strength
- Integrate living hinges, snap fits, cable routing and other features directly into your parts, accelerating assembly
- Achieve optimal geometries that simply aren’t possible with machining or injection moulding
Iterate. Customise. Scale Fast.
Whether you’re building a first prototype or a production run of 10,000 units, our automated 3D print processes scale effortlessly to your needs:
- Accelerate design iterations with same-day or next-day printing
- Adapt your drone’s frame, mount, or sensor housing to any mission profile or customer requirement
- Offer mass customisation of accessories or airframes without tooling costs or volume constraints
- Rapidly scale from prototype to volume production using our in-house FDM and MJF batch manufacturing capability
- Adopt design changes instantly — no moulds, no delays, no compromise
Our Manufacturing Partner Agreements enable you to build a long-term collaborative relationship with us, delivering get consistent pricing at any volume during the term of your agreement, deliveries tightly aligned to your production requirements.
Let’s talk
Speak to our experts today and see how Midlands 3D can help you realise your next UAV project.
Free sample parts available for qualified enquiries – let us prove the performance.
Talk to Us. Visit Us.
Talk to us and find out what makes working with Midlands 3D so different. If you’ll be in the area, why not arrange to stop by for a guided tour of our manufacturing facility, meet the team and browse our showroom for inspiration.