The Project DIAMOnD Digital Transformation Center (DTC), located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, provides businesses with access to industrial-grade 3D printing equipment and expert support to help launch, validate, and scale commercial applications.
Originally created to support Project DIAMOnD participants, the DTC now operates as a professional, fee-for-service manufacturing resource, available to eligible businesses statewide and beyond. Whether you’re prototyping a new product, scaling up production, or exploring 3D printing/additive manufacturing for the first time, the DTC provides a low-risk path forward.
The Project DIAMOnD Digital Transformation Center helps manufacturers move from idea to implementation with more than just access to additive manufacturing equipment. Unlike a traditional service bureau, the DTC is designed to support companies through the full digital manufacturing journey.
Through the DTC, companies can access:
Design for Additive Manufacturing Support
Expert guidance to help optimize parts, products and processes for additive manufacturing.
Technology Transfer
Hands-on support to help companies understand, adopt and scale advanced manufacturing technologies within their own operations.
Project DIAMOnD Marketplace Access
A pathway into a secure digital manufacturing marketplace where verified companies can connect, collaborate, buy and sell digital IP and print services.
Mission-Aligned Support
As part of Automation Alley’s nonprofit mission, the DTC is focused on helping manufacturers build long-term competitiveness, strengthen Michigan’s industrial base and participate in the future of digital manufacturing.
Produce Parts Without Capital Investment
Validate products and applications using industrial polymer and metal 3D printing—without purchasing or operating complex equipment.
Work with Additive Manufacturing Experts
Collaborate with a technical team that helps identify the right process, materials, and workflows for your application.
Accelerate Time to Market
Move quickly from concept to functional prototype or short-run production using advanced equipment and proven processes.
Protect Your Designs and Process Knowledge
Upload and manage part orders through a secure digital portal with transparency into production parameters and the ability to reuse workflows for future orders.
The DTC currently supports polymer and metal additive manufacturing, along with professional post-processing and inspection tools.
Additive Manufacturing Processes
• Industrial polymer powder-bed fusion (SAF®)
• High-performance and large-format thermoplastic FFF/MEX
• Directed energy deposition (DED) metal printing
Materials
• Production-grade polymers (including PA12 and high-performance thermoplastics)
• Composite materials
• Metal alloys including stainless steels and tool steels
Post-Processing & Validation
• Automated de-powdering and surface finishing
• Vapor smoothing for end-use polymer parts
• Reverse engineering and metrology tools for inspection and validation
Need detailed machine specs, materials, and build sizes?
(This downloadable guide includes machine types, build volumes, material specifications, tolerances, and recommended use cases.)
Once approved, your order moves into production using the appropriate industrial equipment.
Invoices are generated through Zoho Books, and parts are produced and delivered according to agreed timelines.
DTC services are priced competitively, consistent with Project DIAMOnD’s mission to accelerate digital transformation for small and medium-sized manufacturers. Our goal is to reduce barriers to adoption—not create them.
About Access & Pricing Project DIAMOnD includes both grant-funded programs and fee-for-service offerings. While some companies may qualify for grant-supported equipment, training, or services, the Digital Transformation Center operates as a professional service offering available to all businesses. Pricing is transparent and aligned with our mission to reduce barriers to advanced manufacturing adoption.
• All Project DIAMOnD participating companies
• Manufacturers, engineering firms, and technology companies
• Business exploring additive manufacturing for commercial use
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