Midlands 3D Unveils UK’s Most Automated Polymer 3D Printing Facility

It was announced this month that Midlands 3D, a British company based in Stone, Staffordshire, has officially marked the opening of what is believed to be the most automated polymer 3D printing production facility currently operating in the United Kingdom. This move marks a significant milestone in the ongoing shift of additive manufacturing from prototyping to high-volume, end-use part production.

Over recent years, 3D printing has quietly evolved into a vital manufacturing technology, and Midlands 3D has been at the forefront, investing heavily in advanced tools, machines, and automation to meet rapidly growing customer demand. The company recently quadrupled its floor space and upgraded its fleet of HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) printers by integrating automated build unit change systems. This technology enables printers to automatically swap completed build units and begin new jobs within minutes, allowing continuous production that cuts costs and lead times.

Midlands 3D showcased their new HP Multi Jet Fusion Printers.

François Minec, Vice President and Global Head of Sales at HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions, hailed Midlands 3D’s facility as a prime example of UK manufacturing innovation. “This level of automation and scale proves that additive manufacturing can deliver both lower costs and faster turnaround at volume,” Minec said. “Midlands 3D is setting a benchmark for how British industry can harness advanced technology to thrive globally.”