Digital Manufacturing for Automotive Product Development
Conquer ever-shortening development cycles for traditional, electric, and autonomous vehicles with rapid prototyping and low-volume production
Certification + Compliance
ISO 9001:2015 | ISO 13485:2016 | AS9100D | IATF 16949
Innovative Companies We Support
| We are the fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturer in the industry with more than 16 years of experience developing products for innovative automotive companies around the world. |
100%
of Fortune 100
Industrial Companies Served
700 Million
Parts Manufactured
300,000
Customers Served
How Do Automotive Companies Work with Konlida?
Rapid Prototyping
Mitigate design risk through rapid iteration and prototyping in production materials without sacrificing development speed.
Quality Inspections
Validate part geometry with several quality documentation options. Digital inspection, PPAP, and FAI reporting are available.
Mass Customization
Implement low-volume manufacturing to enable more diverse and customized automotive features that are tailored to modern drivers.
Supply Chain Flexibility
Get on-demand support for line-down emergencies, part recalls, or other supply chain disturbances in your production plants by using automated quoting, rapid tooling, and low-volume production parts.
Tooling and Fixtures
Improve manufacturing processes to create greater automation and streamlined component assembly with custom fixturing.
Full Production Support Team
We have a team of manufacturing experts working behind the scenes to fulfill your production order—we manage the entire process and keep you updated along the way.
Account Manager
A dedicated account manager provides support, including assistance with platform and file uploads.
Applications Engineers
Expert CAD solutions and cost-reduction strategies tailored by in-house applications engineers to optimize your designs.
Logistics
Seamless logistics fulfillment and efficiency optimization from experienced operations specialists.
Quality Control
Our skilled expert on-site quality control teams ensure your parts meet your expectations and exact specifications.
Manufacturing Services for Automotive Products
CNC Machining
Access high-precision CNC machining services with rapid turnaround and scalable production capabilities. Backed by advanced multi-axis equipment and experienced engineering support, Konlida delivers complex, tight-tolerance parts from prototype to volume manufacturing with consistent quality and efficiency.
- Fast lead times from prototyping to batch production with flexible capacity
- Wide material compatibility including metals, plastics, and engineered composites
- Tight tolerances and repeatable accuracy supported by advanced CNC equipment and quality systems
Injection Molding
Get cost-effective, high-precision injection molded parts with fast turnaround and full engineering support. Leveraging advanced tooling and automated production, Konlida delivers consistent, scalable solutions from prototyping to mass production, helping accelerate product development while maintaining strict quality control.
- Prototype to high-volume production with flexible tooling and scalable capacity
- Wide range of engineering-grade plastics, elastomers, and custom material options
- Tight tolerances, repeatable quality, and in-house design-for-manufacturability support
3D Printing
Accelerate product development with advanced 3D printing solutions that deliver high-precision prototypes and functional parts. Utilizing a range of additive manufacturing technologies, Konlida enables complex geometries, rapid iteration, and cost-efficient production from concept to low-volume manufacturing.
- Multiple additive technologies including SLA, SLS, FDM, and metal 3D printing for diverse applications
- Broad selection of plastic, resin, and metal materials with various finishing options
- Fast prototyping and on-demand production to reduce lead times and development costs
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Obtain high-quality, precision sheet metal parts with fast turnaround and full-process support from prototyping to production. Utilizing advanced cutting, bending, and assembly technologies, Konlida delivers durable, cost-efficient components with consistent quality and flexible manufacturing solutions.
- Rapid prototyping to low- and mid-volume production with scalable capacity and quick lead times
- Wide selection of metals including aluminum, stainless steel, steel, brass, and copper for diverse applications
- Comprehensive finishing options such as powder coating, anodizing, plating, and assembly services
Quality Measures for the Industrial Equipment Industry
Our industry-standard procedures and certifications guarantee quality and regulatory compliance.
| CMM inspection report | First Article Inspection (FAI) |
| Dimensional Inspection Report (DIR) | PPAP |
| Material Certificates + Certificate of Analysis | Conflict Minerals Reporting |
| REACH + RoHS Certificates | Prop65 |
| Industry Certifications: ISO 9001 and AS 9100 | Certificate of Conformance (CoC) |
| Industry Certifications: ISO 13485, ISO 9001, AS9100D, and IATF 16949 | |
Process Traceability
CTQ Reporting
Report Comparison
Network Quality
Materials for Automotive Applications
Thermoplastics
Choose from hundreds of thermoplastics including PEEK, acetal, or supply your own material. Maintain branding with custom colorant for qualified projects.
Nylons
3D print functional prototypes in several nylon materials available through selective laser sintering and Multi Jet Fusion. Mineral- and glass-filled nylons improve mechanical properties when needed.
Liquid Silicone Rubber
Silicone rubber materials such as fuel-resistant fluorosilicone can be used for gaskets, seals, and tubing. An optical clarity silicone rubber is also available for lens and lighting applications.
Aluminum
This all-purpose metal used for light-weighting provides excellent strength-to-weight ratio and can be machined or 3D printed.
Common Industrial Applications
We have several capabilities within our manufacturing services catered to the automotive industry. Here are a few applications we frequently see.
- Assembly Line Components
- Fixtures
- Enclosures and Housings
- Plastic Dash Components
- Aftermarket Parts
- Armatures
- Lenses and Lighting Features
- Support for On-Board Consumer Electronics
Automotive Resources
Innovation Drives Automakers Forward to Navigate the Road Ahead
In an age of disruptive change for the auto industry, digital manufacturing is playing a prime role to help car makers navigate the future.
Reducing Component Weight for Automotive Applications
See how lighter materials, like magnesium, aluminum, and plastic alternatives can be used to reduce automotive component weight, and the rapid manufacturing processes that can be leveraged.
Thermoplastic Material Selection for Injection Molding
Learn how to select the right material for your injection molding design with this technical overview of thermoplastic resins.