Service Provider Spotlight: BuildParts by CIDEAS Inc.
Founded in 1998 by President and Founder Mike Littrell, Crystal Lake, Illinois-based BuildParts began with a clear mission: to offer end-to-end AM services while partnering with customers to educate them on the value of rapid prototyping and advanced digital manufacturing technologies. More than two decades later, that mission continues to drive the company’s growth and reputation.
BuildParts now operates more than 30 in-house machines and offers more than 50 different materials, covering a broad spectrum of AM technologies including SLS, SLA, FDM and several others.
Their customer base encompasses a wide range of industries including medical devices and consumer electronics to packaging, tooling, and functional models. Whether supporting R&D or producing end-use parts, BuildParts has built a reputation as a trusted and knowledgeable partner for companies navigating the additive space.
To meet demand for larger volumes and larger part sizes, BuildParts turned to the EOS P 770, a high-throughput polymer AM system known for its large build chamber, consistent part quality, and fast turnaround. With multiple EOS P 770 systems in operation, BuildParts delivers series production and large-format prototyping with materials such as PA 12 and Glass-Filled PA.
Since adopting the EOS platform in 2019, BuildParts has successfully produced 100,000+ components across a range of applications. The system's dual-laser architecture and robust process stability have enabled BuildParts to maintain high throughput without compromising surface finish or dimensional accuracy.
“We invested in the EOS P 770 product line, because it provides the size, speed, and reliability our customers expect from a production-focused AM solution,” said Mike Littrell, President & Founder, BuildParts by CIDEAS Inc. “It allows us to meet tight deadlines; scale complex builds and deliver consistent, repeatable results across multiple vertical markets. EOS continues to be a trusted reliable partner in our efforts to push additive manufacturing forward.”
Beyond their hardware, BuildParts is known for its deep technical expertise. Several members of the BuildParts team have received the D.I.N.O. Award from the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG), an honor awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and contributions to the AM community, particularly in advancing technology and applications in the medical field.
This industry recognition, paired with their commitment to quality and innovation, positions BuildParts as a go-to resource for companies at every stage of the polymer product development LifeCycle.
With 1,000,000+ successful projects completed over 26 years, BuildParts by CIDEAS Inc. continues to be a valuable partner in the industrial AM ecosystem.
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