01 / Concept study
Wearable sensor interface
A parametrically designed holder concept balancing positioning, skin contact and cable routing.
Explore more ↗SWISS ADVANCED MANUFACTURING / 001MAKE THE
MAKE THE
IMPOSSIBLE.
REAL.
Design engineering, additive manufacturing and precision solutions. Created to move ambitious ideas from concept to component.
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THE AMLAB MINDSET
WE DON’T JUST
MAKE PARTS.
WE SOLVE PROBLEMS.
Manufacturing is not a machine. It is the ability to select the right technology, engineer the right geometry and create the right outcome. That is the AMLAB approach.
Material choices shape the result. Compare polymers, resins and metals before engineering your next part.
Explore materials ↗01 / SOLUTIONSWHAT WE DO
CAPABILITIES DESIGNED
AROUND YOUR CHALLENGE.
From a first concept to a production-ready design decision: one technical conversation, many possible solutions.
01 / SOLUTIONSDesign & Engineering
From initial requirements to functional geometry. Product engineering, CAD modelling and design for additive manufacturing.
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02 / SOLUTIONSRapid Prototyping
Iterate faster with prototypes for form, fit, assembly and functional testing.
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03 / SOLUTIONSLow-Volume Production
The right manufacturing route for small batches, custom parts and evolving product lines.
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04 / SOLUTIONSTooling & Fixtures
Production aids, jigs, positioning tools and fixtures made around your process.
Explore solution ↗ENGINEERING STUDY / 001BEYOND THE PRINTENGINEERED
Explore processes
ENGINEERED
TO PERFORM.
Process-aware engineering for industrial requirements. The best solution may be additive, subtractive or hybrid.
DfAMDesign for AM
CADDigital Engineering
R&DNew applications
02 / TECHNOLOGIESTHE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB
TECHNOLOGY
WITH PURPOSE.
The technology should follow the application. Explore the manufacturing routes we evaluate for each project.
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
FDM / FFF
Engineering-grade thermoplastic parts with adaptable geometry, fast iteration and low tooling overhead.
Thermoplastics, jigs, housings, fixturesTypical applications
Project-specificTechnical assessment
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
SLA / DLP
Fine details and refined surfaces for highly detailed prototypes and master models.
Detailed prototypes, visual models, master patternsTypical applications
Project-specificTechnical assessment
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
SLS
Support-free powder-bed polymer printing for complex functional geometries and small batches.
Complex polymer parts, enclosures, series componentsTypical applications
Project-specificTechnical assessment
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
SLM / Metal LPBF
A laser selectively melts layers of metal powder to create functional components with complex geometries, lightweight structures and internal channels.
Lightweight components, internal channels, engineered metal partsTypical applications
Alloy & process designTechnical assessment
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
CNC
Subtractive manufacturing where precision, material properties or finishing requirements call for it.
Metal and polymer components, mating features, fixturesTypical applications
Project-specificTechnical assessment
PROCESS INTELLIGENCE
3D Scanning
Physical-to-digital geometry capture to support development and reverse engineering.
Digitisation, fit checks, CAD reconstructionTypical applications
Project-specificTechnical assessment
03 / INDUSTRIESWHERE WE CREATE VALUE
BUILT FOR
REAL-WORLD DEMANDS.
Manufacturing decisions shaped by demanding applications, from production systems to high-value hardware.
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Interior & Spatial Design
Bring complex shapes, architectural details and material experiments into physical space.
Explore applicationsDefence & Dual-Use
Rugged development hardware, tooling and controlled prototyping for demanding programmes.
Explore applicationsMedical & Life Sciences
Ergonomic prototypes, sensor integration and test equipment for early device development.
Explore applicationsAerospace & Space
Lightweight concepts, avionics mock-ups, assembly tooling and ground-support prototypes.
Explore applicationsRobotics & Automation
Production aids, grippers, sensor mounts and fast iteration around real machine constraints.
Explore applicationsAutomotive & Mobility
Fast packaging models, test fixtures and custom development parts for mobility teams.
Explore applicationsIndustrial Equipment
Reverse engineering, production aids and custom mechanical interfaces.
Explore applicationsProduct Design & Brands
Limited editions, personalised parts and distinctive consumer product features.
Explore applications
FEATURED APPLICATION / INTERIOR DESIGNTHE NEXT ICONIC SPACE
THE NEXT ICONIC SPACE
STARTS WITH A DIFFERENT SHAPE.
Parametric walls, bespoke lighting, complex furniture details and architectural models. Discover what is possible, which manufacturing routes to compare and which constraints to assess.
Discover interior applications ↗04 / SELECTED EXPLORATIONSOUR WORK
FROM PROBLEM
TO POSSIBILITY.
Selected engineering explorations, concepts and use cases. Project status is indicated clearly.
02 / Application concept
Industrial tooling systems
Exploring the role of additive manufacturing in faster, lighter, customised production aids.
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03 / Visual exploration
Design personalisation
An exploration of how industrially produced objects can gain distinctive custom surfaces and accessories.
Explore more ↗AMLAB / FUTURE VISIONTHE NEXT
THE NEXT
INDUSTRIAL LAB.
More than a manufacturing service: a vision for an open, advanced manufacturing hub in Ticino where industry, research and education meet.
Discover the vision ↗05 / QUESTIONSHOW WE WORK
CURIOUS?
LET’S TALK.
Can AMLAB help if I only have an idea?
Yes. Share your design problem, intended use and constraints. We can help identify a practical development and prototyping path.
Which manufacturing process should I choose?
That depends on loads, surface requirements, volumes, tolerances, material and cost. Our starting point is always the application, not a particular machine.
Do you support one-offs and small series?
Our approach is designed around prototyping, custom parts and low-volume needs. Feasibility, lead times and process availability are assessed for each request.
Can I send confidential CAD files?
Please contact us first. Do not upload sensitive drawings through the general inquiry form; we can agree on an appropriate transfer method and NDA if necessary.
AMLAB / LET'S BUILD
WHAT WILL YOU BUILD NEXT?
A technical challenge, a prototype or a product idea. We would love to understand what you are working on.
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