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Canadian 3D printing service with guaranteed quality production and prototype parts. Industry-leading commercial 3D printers. Upload a CAD file for instant quote and ordering. Serving Canada & US innovators and manufacturers with best in class additive manufacturing. Tempus 3D is an HP Certified Multi Jet Fusion Digital Manufacturing Partner. On Demand 3D Printing and Manufacturing Services Guaranteed quality production and prototype parts using industrial-grade additive manufacturing technologies. Get a Quote Looking for a partner to help you scale? Learn about our production partner program → Our Manufacturing Services Tempus 3D provides industrial-grade additive manufacturing solutions for every stage of product development — from design validation to production-ready parts. Plastic 3D Printing High-performance industrial plastics suitable for rapid prototyping or low-to-mid volume production runs of end-use parts. Learn More Custom Finishing Choose from Raw Finish , Black Dye , Vapor Smoothing , and Cerakote to enhance surface quality, durability, and end-use appearance. Learn More Metal 3D Printing 3D print custom metal parts with excellent material properties and a high level of precision and durability. Learn More 3D Scanning High-resolution scanning for reverse engineering, computer-aided inspection, metrology and digital replication. Learn More Proud to be a Certified HP Digital Manufacturing Partner Learn More 3D Printing Technologies MJF SLS SLA FDM DMLS HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 MJF uses precision fusing agents and heat to solidify entire layers of thermoplastic powder at once. This process delivers consistent density, isotropic strength, and repeatable mechanical performance, making it a proven choice for manufacturers such as Volkswagen, BMW Group, and other global manufacturers. Technical Specifications BUILD VOLUME 380 x 284 x 380 mm LAYER HEIGHT 80–100 microns TOLERANCE ±0.3 mm / ±0.3% Learn More About MJF MJF Materials Get a Quote Select Laser Sintering SLS uses a high-powered laser to fuse layers of powdered polymer into solid parts. Because parts are supported by surrounding powder, SLS enables complex geometries, internal features, and moving assemblies without support structures, making it well suited for durable, production-grade components. Technical Specifications BUILD VOLUME 180 × 130 × 310 mm LAYER HEIGHT 75–125 microns TOLERANCE ±0.3% or ±0.3 mm Learn More About SLS SLS Materials Get a Quote Stereolithography SLA uses a precision laser to cure liquid resin layer by layer into solid parts. The process produces exceptionally smooth surfaces, fine feature resolution, and sharp detail, making it ideal for visual models, molds, medical components, and applications where surface quality is critical. Technical Specifications BUILD VOLUME 335 × 200 × 300 mm LAYER HEIGHT 25–100 microns TOLERANCE ±0.2 mm / ±0.2 % Learn More About SLA SLA Materials Get a Quote Direct Metal Laser Sintering DMLS uses a focused laser to fuse fine layers of metal powder into fully dense parts with excellent mechanical properties. Each layer is melted and solidified to achieve near-wrought-metal strength and precision. Technical Specifications BUILD VOLUME 150 x 150 x 150 mm LAYER HEIGHT 30–60 microns TOLERANCE ±0.1 mm / ±0.1 % DMLS Materials Get a Quote Fused Deposition Modeling FDM builds parts by precisely extruding thermoplastic filament layer by layer. With controlled print environments and process tuning, FDM delivers accurate, durable components quickly and cost-effectively, making it ideal for functional prototypes, fixtures, housings, and low-volume production parts. Technical Specifications BUILD VOLUME 256 × 256 × 256 mm LAYER HEIGHT 100 – 300 microns (typical) TOLERANCE ±0.3–0.5% (typical) Learn More About FDM FDM Materials Get a Quote Major Industries Served Industrial Manufacturing Durable end-use parts for maintenance, tooling, and low-volume production. Learn More Energy, Oil & Gas Rugged components for field repairs, spares, and harsh operating environments. Learn More Transportation & Aerospace Lightweight, strong parts for vehicles, UAVs, and specialty transportation. Learn More Robotics & Electronics Enclosures, mounts, and functional parts for automation and rapid iteration. Learn More Medical & Health Biocompatible components for device development, orthotics, dental, and clinical tools. Learn More Success Stories Learn how industrial 3D printing has helped Canada's innovators meet their product development goals. A generatively designed drone frame was optimized using HP MJF 3D printing to cut weight and boost flight efficiency. Prototyping with Nylon PA12 reduced the frame to just 12 grams while improving strength, aerodynamics, and stability. Generatively Designed Drone Frame - Case Study Learn More Explore more success stories Customer Care Here at Tempus we understand that taking care of our customers' unique needs is just as important as producing a quality product. That is why we back up our work with a quality assurance process, IP protection, and ongoing training and optimization. Guaranteed Quality Tempus 3D follows strict production processes and quality inspection procedures to ensure your parts always meet our tolerance and production standards. Certification Tempus 3D is certified by HP for Multi Jet Fusion to ensure parts are designed and produced optimally for this specific printing process. IP Protection Tempus 3D takes IP protection seriously, with data security protection measures and confidentiality agreements with staff and production partners. 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Learn how CGX systems was able to simplify their supply chain, reduce time to market and improve their product design for their EEG headsets using MJF technology. Case study: CGX HEADSETS CGX uses Multi Jet Fusion technology to create innovative designs, simplify supply chain, and reduce time to market. "Over the past 2 years using HP MJF, we’ve noticed significant improvements in material stability, finishing techniques, and turnaround time. This explains why MJF is the focal point of our design process. We have several ground-breaking products in the R&D stage today that were simply unbuildable just 3 years ago.” Key bene fits Able to manufacture 95% of EEG headset parts with MJF technology. Labor hours cut from 30 hours to 15 hours. Significant savings in cost and lead times. Lighter, stronger, more robust parts. Able to quickly and easily modify and improve design of prototypes and end-use parts. The biocompatibility certification of the materials enables their use for medical devices. Organization CGX Systems Industry Medical Technology HP Multi Jet Fusion Materials HP PA12, HP PA11 Introduction CGX Systems is a medical innovation company which is a leader in designing and manufacturing dry electroencephalogram (EEG) headsets and dry electrodes. During the development and commercialization phase of the EEG technology their manufacturing processes were limiting the ability to design and manufacture high-quality products quickly and effectively. Challenge CGX designs and manufactures its own EEG devices which are used to monitor brain activity. As they transitioned from the design to the manufacturing process, the developers wanted a more efficient production method and better materials than the ones they were using at the time. Some of the parts were 3D printed with ABS filaments, but this resulted in quality control issues and the end result was not aesthetically pleasing. Other production methods they tried, including gravity casting and polyurethane, were too slow to keep up with demand. Injection molding was not an economical option as it was too expensive for the low-volume production runs and the highly specialized design. CGX needed a solution that could efficiently build low-volume, specialized systems using materials that were robust, biocompatible, and easy to manufacture. Solution CGX enlisted the help of a 3D printing service bureau with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology to provide a solution to their challenges. They started playing with multiple design iterations of functional prototypes to optimize their headset design, and were able to gain significant savings in cost and lead times over their previous prototyping and manufacturing processes. “We took all of our gravity cast parts and switched them to HP Multi Jet Fusion because there were a lot more possibilities with it... we even started making some of our molds out of HP MJF because it was consistent and it lasted longer than what we were using previously. We really tried to focus on using HP Multi Jet Fusion for all parts of our manufacturing." Result CGX now manufactures 95% of their headset parts with Multi Jet Fusion. Because the same technology is used for prototyping and manufacturing they can easily modify their products as they go. “We can... rapidly design because we’re not putting time and dollars into molds or tooling, so we’re able to modify our headset designs for continual improvement”. Another benefit is the robust and flexible nature of the materials, which can stand up to long-term wear and tear. “HP MJF has really helped. When you design correctly, it’s basically indestructible. That really helps us improve our overall design. Our first-generation EEG was heavier, less elegant, and could become uncomfortable for sensitive subjects. Our new designs are significantly more user friendly.” Other benefits CGX experienced with Multi Jet Fusion are speed and efficiency of production. Their labor hours were cut in half from 30 hours to 15 hours, while designing more sophisticated parts with more features than they could with other manufacturing technologies. “HP MJF changed our business. We are able to design and produce far more sophisticated devices while reducing design and manufacturing time by almost 50%. View the full case study by HP Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion Learn more about HP PA12 https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-nylon-pa12 How to design for Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion-design-guide Data courtesy of HP and CGX. Photos courtesy of CGX.

The speed of production, level of detail, affordability, and overall quality of the end product sets Multi Jet Fusion technology apart from other 3D printing processes. Learn how Multi Jet Fusion compares to Select Laster Sintering (SLS) and Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM). How does Multi Jet Fusion compare to other 3D printing technologies? There are many types of 3D printing available, but to be able to economically and reliably produce one to tens of thousands of parts in engineering grade material, powder bed technologies are the logical choice. The speed of production, level of detail, affordability, and overall quality of the end product sets this technology apart from all other 3D printing processes. Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) is most closely comparable to Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) technology. Like SLS it works by adding sequential layers of polymer powder into a build chamber, and the most common material for both is Nylon PA12. In contrast to SLS which uses a single point laser, MJF uses a combination of a fusing agent jetted onto the powder surface and a high powered heat source to selectively fuse areas of each layer together to form parts. This means that Multi Jet Fusion produces parts with similar material properties, but at a much higher volume per print. MJF and SLS have similar material properties, but Multi Jet Fusion has several distinct advantages: MJF is significantly faster than SLS. MJF is 15-30% less expensive than SLS, with greater cost advantage at higher volumes. MJF parts have superior strength and flexibility compared to SLS MJF has more homogenous mechanical properties compared to SLS, which is weaker along the print axis. Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion Learn more about HP PA12 https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-nylon-pa12 Get a Quote MJF 1000 gears in 3 hours* SLS 79 gears in 3 hours* FDM 36 gears in 3 hours* Interested in learning more? Take a look at a comparison completed by HP on You Tube . *Results may vary depending on the printer.

In a world where brand identity is everything, companies are constantly searching for new ways to stand out. Traditional promotional products still have their place, but they often come with limitations, minimum order quantities, long lead times, and limited customization. This is where 3D printing is changing the game. Low-Volume Runs Without the Headache One of the biggest advantages of 3D printing for branded merchandise is the ability to produce low-volume runs cost-effectively. Traditional manufacturing methods like injection molding require expensive tooling, making small batches impractical or overpriced. With 3D printing, whether you need 20 items or 200, production remains flexible and accessible. This opens the door for limited-edition merch, event-specific giveaways, or testing new ideas without committing to large inventories. We often use PLA, which provides consistent, predictable print performance along with excellent surface detail; making it ideal for rapid design iteration and dependable part reproduction. Perfect for branded merchandise. Speed from Concept to Creation Time matters. Especially when you're working around events, campaigns, or seasonal promotions. 3D printing dramatically shortens the timeline from idea to finished product. With 3D printing, designs can be created, adjusted, and printed in just days. This is a significant improvement over traditional methods that take weeks. Using FDM, one of the most widely used 3D printing technologies, we're able to quickly produce durable, high quality parts with excellent detail. This rapid turnaround allows brands to stay agile. Need a last-minute promotional item or want to iterate on a design quickly? 3D printing makes it possible without sacrificing quality Real-World Examples 3D printing enables a level of customization that traditional manufacturing struggles to match. From intricate logos to unique shapes and individualized details, the possibilities are nearly endless. Instead of generic swag, brands can create pieces that feel thoughtful and memorable. This leads to stronger engagement and more lasting impressions. We've seen firsthand how impactful this can be. One example that really captured this potential was our collaboration with Wastelogic. We 3D printed miniature dumpsters that reflected their brand in a playful, highly tangible way. By leaning into creativity and precision, we helped transform an everyday service into a distinctive, shareable experience that stood out far beyond traditional promotional items. We also produced our own branded Christmas ornament, showcasing how 3D printing can bring seasonal campaigns to life. With full control over design and production, we were able to create something unique, festive, and completely on-brand. We also created our own custom 3D printed signage. It completely replaced our old paper printed signs in plastic sleeves, which looked dated. The new 3D printed signs brought more of a polished feel; adding a modern edge that traditional make shift signage simply can't match. You can see how we did that here: The Future of Branded Merch 3D printing isn't just a passing trend, it's revolutionizing how branded merchandise is created. It empowers businesses to be more creative, responsive, and efficient. Whether you're experimenting with new ideas, producing limited runs, or creating highly customized pieces, 3D printing offers a smarter way forward. For brands looking to stand out in a crowded market, that flexibility can make all the difference. Want to explore how #3Dprinting can help you innovate and create? We are a Canadian manufacturing hub based in BC. Tempus is a #HP certified partner that leverages the power of 3D printing. Contact us at info@tempus3d.com. Let's make it possible!

Board games are all about creativity, immersion, and bringing people together. We've been helping gamers rethink what's possible with 3D printing. From custom upgrades to practical fixes you didn't know you needed. When Travel Meets Games 3D printed 'Abacus dice game' One of our recent projects came from a client who travels frequently, and always brings a game along. But there was a recurring problem: The game included metal rods, which meant every trip through airport security turned into a delay. We redesigned those components using PLA, a lightweight and durable 3D printing material. By replacing the metal parts, we kept the gameplay exactly the same, just without the hassle. Custom Pieces, Endless Possibilities We've also worked with players to create custom figurines for tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons, and we are in the process of printing custom Catan pieces; everything from upgraded settlements to more detailed components that make the board feel more alive. Whether it's a unique character or a familiar game getting a visual upgrade, 3D printing lets you bring a lot more personality to the table. 3D printed Catan pieces on the board That same idea carries over into smaller project too, With Knuckle Bones, for example, we printed trays to give the game a proper layout. It's a simple addition, but it keeps everything organized and makes the whole experience feel more put together. Especially once the game picks up. 3D printed 'Knuckle Bones' game. Replacing Missing Pieces Every board game owner knows the feeling: you open the box, and something is missing. A token disappears. A piece gets damaged. A game you love becomes harder, or impossible to play. Instead of shelving it, we can recreate those parts. With 3D printing, we can match or redesign missing components so your game is playable again. 3d printed 'Trouble' game pieces 3D printed 'Monopoly' houses and hotels Why 3D Printing Works for Board Games 3D printing gives you flexibility that traditional manufacturing just can't offer. Rapid customization Easy replacement of rare or discontinued parts Lightweight, travel friendly materials like PLA The ability to prototype or upgrade existing games From small fixes to fully custom creations, it's all about making your games work better for you. Whether you're a traveller, a tabletop RPG fan, or someone with a box of incomplete games, 3D printing opens up new possibilities. Have an idea, a broken, or missing piece? Let's make it possible.

If you've ever wished for a faster, easier, or smarter way to get something done at work, you've already been thinking in the spirit of Kaizen. What is Kaizen anyway? Kaizen is a Japanese philosophy that simply means "continuous improvement." But don't let the simplicity fool you; it's powerful. Instead of waiting for massive overhauls or expensive upgrades, Kaizen focuses on making small, consistent changes that add up to big results over time. Think: Fixing a minor annoyance in your workflow Shaving seconds off a repetitive task Making tools easier or safer to use Individually, these might seem small. Together, they transform how work gets done. And that's where 3D printing comes in. Why 3D Printing + Kaizen = Magic 3D printing lets us take ideas from "this is annoying" to "problem solved." No long lead times, no expensive tooling, just quick iteration and real-world testing. It's basically Kaizen's best friend. Got a problem? Design a fix Need a tweak? Reprint and improve Want to experiment? Go for it Here are a few of our Kaizen-inspired 3D print wins: Organization That Makes Sense nitrile glove box holder dry eraser marker/eraser holder Kanban card holders If you've ever wasted time looking for something, you know how quickly disorganization adds up. We ran into a situation where off-the-shelf options just didn't quite work. So, we created custom holders tailored exactly to our workspace. Result: Everything has a home Faster access to 'tools' Cleaner, more efficient workstations. They are small changes, but it makes a big difference every day. We chose to use FDM for these prints, as it is widely used for producing functional prototypes , tooling , and durable parts across a broad range of applications. To learn more about FDM, or see our design guide, visit: FDM 3D Printing Services | Tempus 3D Custom Tool Holders That Actually Fit the Job Cerakote gun holder Utility cart tool holder (in progress) One of those familiar frustrations popped up again. We had a standard tool but couldn’t find a holder that actually fit. So, we did what we usually do: designed and printed a custom one that works perfectly. We also have a utility cart for other tools, but everything kept shifting around. So we came up with a simple custom fix for that as well. It’s still a work in progress, but hey, small steps. We used PLA material for these holders. For more information on PLA, check out: PLA 3D Printing Services | Accurate Prototypes & Fixtures | Tempus 3D Custom signage for the workplace old signage new signage signage to sort out material type This has to be our favourite out of our Kaizen improvements. Gone are the days of using paper in plastic sleeves being taped to doors and other areas. We decided to 3D print them instead. This gave a more professional, cleaner look to the workplace. We also printed some for our recycling bins to sort out the material types. You can watch how we did the signage here: How to design and 3D print signs What we learned along the way A few takeaways from our 3D printing Kaizen journey: Start small; The best ideas often come from everyday annoyances Iterate quickly; Your first design doesn't have to be perfect Involve the team; The best insights come from the people doing the work Save time where it matters; Seconds saved per task = hours saved over time Final thoughts Kaizen isn't about giant leaps; it's about steady progress. And 3D printing gives us the tools to make those improvements happen right now, not months from now. Every small fix adds up. Every idea counts. And sometimes, the simplest printed part can have the biggest impact, and be the biggest win. If you've got an idea for something we can improve, or print, let's make it possible!

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