Northeast 3D Printing & Scanning

What happens when a machine is down… because a part no longer exists?

A customer reached out to Northeast 3D with a seatbelt retention mechanism used inside a piece of equipment. The “PRESS” release button + housing were old, UV-baked, brittle plastic — and they finally failed.

There was one big problem:
✅ No replacement parts
✅ No CAD models
✅ No drawings
✅ Nothing to buy (and the equipment still needed to run)

So we rebuilt it from reality.

Here’s the exact workflow:

3D Scanning (Blue Laser + HD Structured Light): We captured the worn geometry and fine features accurately, even with damaged surfaces.

Reverse Engineering + CAD: We reconstructed the release button, housing, and functional geometry so the design could be made with modern manufacturing methods.

3D Printed Verification: We printed prototypes to confirm fit, movement, and interface before final production.

Manufacturing-Ready Output: The customer now has a clean digital model they can reproduce whenever needed.

This is why we do what we do:
obsolete doesn’t have to mean trash.

If you’ve got equipment held hostage by a broken, unavailable part — send it to us.

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Reverse engineering | 3D scanning | CAD | Prototyping | Legacy equipment repair

Speed up product development with wireless, noncontact 3D scanning — perfect for inventors and small manufacturers. Capture parts faster, reduce setup time, and export directly to CAD and 3D printing for quicker iterations, lower mockup costs, and clearer designer‑fabricator communication. Servicing the Northeast and ready to help your next prototype. Learn more: https://wix.to/51iWFY3 🔧⚡️ . Call us to get started!

Restoring a classic machine from worn parts to working condition: we scanned components at 50µm resolution, recreated missing geometry, and 3D printed durable ABS‑CF replacements tuned for fit and strength. The result: reduced downtime and parts that meet functional specs. Ready to revive vintage equipment? Learn how we help Northeast shops get machines back in service — https://wix.to/B0IrI3W 🔧📐

Wondering how to choose the right material for your next project? We've got you covered! Check out our latest blog post to get ahead with the most popular materials and their unique benefits. And don't miss next week's deep dive into the pros and cons of even more options! Got a project in mind? Let's help you find the perfect match!

Unlocking the Best 3D Printing Filament for Your Next Creation At the heart of every great 3D print is the material that makes it possible. Whether you're designing durable parts, functional prototypes, or artistic pieces, choosing the right filament or resin is essential. We offer a wide range of high-performance 3D printing filaments, each carefully selected....

We are thrilled to announce the completion of an incredible project with some amazing talent and an award-winning builder! We had the pleasure of working with the team at Auto Body Specialists in Manchester, NH, to bring their visionary concepts to life.

Using our state-of-the-art 3D scanning, 3D design, and 3D printing technologies, we were able to create unique, one-off custom pieces for this hand-built, one-of-a-kind Camaro. While their mechanical designers focused on functional components, we contributed with more organic and complex designs that truly elevate this vehicle’s aesthetics.

Among the highlights, we designed custom internal covers for the corners of the engine bay, significantly cleaning up the interior of this stunning machine.

🔧 Check out the sneak peek images for some of the current in-progress work, and stay tuned for the final reveal once the paint and finishing touches are complete. This is just the beginning of what’s possible when innovation meets craftsmanship!

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We have a new website! Over our years in business we have evolved and the new site reflects what we are and what we do. Check it out. I am sure there is something we can help you with.

We have wrapped up our next set of special effect props! They are headed to haunt guests next year at one of the largest and award winning haunted houses in the USA!

These models allow guests to experience the amazing work that goes into the costumes and special effects during the day, while also making it a little more friendly for the little ones and those easily frightened!

Northeast 3D Printing & Scanning is able to provided everything from 3D scanning of the actors, processing of the raw data (removal of hair, patch's, remove limbs, plane cuts, smooth imperfections etc..) to production of models on our high resolution industrial systems.

Have a problem?, let Northeast 3D Printing & Scanning find the solution!

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Obsidian PA6+CF [Markforged ONYX Alternative] 1 kg | Northeast 3D LLC 1.75 Diameter - 1 kg Weight Obsidian™ PA6+CF filament was formulated to be a lower-cost drop-in Markforged Onyx Alternative suitable for all Markforged printers. We developed this material after extensive analysis and testing on our own in-house Markforged printer and many outside beta testers. Th...

Why are we scanning the inside of this van?🤨

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Northeast 3D recently did a project for Briggs Design Briggs Design (http://briggssculpture.com/) is a collaboration between Jeffrey and Lindley Briggs who have worked together for over 40 years to create unique commissioned sculpture and are very talented. The request was to create a medal for the Historic New England organization, who was hoping to h...

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Northeast 3D Printing & Scanning Northeast 3D LLC is a Springfield VT company specializing in 3D printing, 3D scanning, and additive engineering services.