Proto Labs, Inc. operates as a digital manufacturer of custom parts, providing rapid prototyping and on-demand production services. The company's core offerings include injection molding, computer numerical control (CNC) machining, 3D printing, and sheet metal fabrication. Through its proprietary software and automated manufacturing processes, Proto Labs reduces the time required to produce custom parts from weeks to days. It serves a wide range of industries, including medical devices, aerospace, industrial equipment, and consumer products. The company operates manufacturing facilities in the United States and Europe, and manages a global network of manufacturing partners, known as Protolabs Network, to expand its production capabilities and capacity.