Toyota Teams with Stratasys to Advance Production Innovation

Toyota’s production engineering group is advancing innovation on the factory floor through its strategic collaboration with Stratasys, according to Stratasys. The automaker is equipping automotive workers to integrate advanced 3D printing technology in their manufacturing process.

Through the 10-plus-year partnership with Stratasys, Toyota engineers have access to industrial-grade 3D printers and advanced materials. Toyota is currently using the Stratasys F3300, F900, Origin One, F770, Neo800, H350, F370, J850, and Fortus 450mc printers to produce factory tooling, end-use parts, and functional prototypes throughout its North American facilities.

Toyota integrates Stratasys industrial 3D printing solutions across its North American operations. Much of this work is powered by the Toyota Add Lab, the company’s in-house additive manufacturing center that was opened in January 2023 and focused on boosting R&D and factory innovation.

“Sometimes we start with nothing more than a sketch on paper or an idea in our heads,” says Dallas Martin, Additive Manufacturing Engineer at Toyota North America. “We can model it digitally and hold a working part in our hands the very next day. That speed lets us move quickly, implement safer solutions, and continuously iterate to improve our processes.”

“Additive manufacturing has transformed how our teams collaborate and innovate,” says Lisa Bednar, Group Manager, Production Engineering at Toyota North America. “Instead of sending an idea out and waiting weeks for a part, we’re building it ourselves, refining it the same day, and getting it into production faster. It’s not just about speed—it’s about giving our people the tools to think differently and act immediately.”

“Toyota is a standout example of how leading manufacturers are leveraging additive manufacturing to deliver meaningful operational impact,” says Rich Garrity, Chief Industrial Business Officer at Stratasys. “Their teams are using our technology to move faster, adapt on the fly, and build safer, more efficient production environments. We’re proud to support a partner that’s turning bold ideas into real-world, measurable improvements on the factory floor.”

Watch a video on how Toyota uses additive manufacturing here.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.