Transforming ideas into reality through design services and innovative prototyping solutions for startups and enterprises

The Prototype Lab at Groundswell Startups is a full-stack product development hub designed to help founders and teams move from idea to market, faster and more efficiently. By combining industrial design, engineering, and rapid prototyping services under one roof, we support every stage of the development process, from early concepts to functional prototypes and small-batch production.

Built on a flexible Pay-As-You-Grow model, the lab provides scalable access to advanced tools, technical expertise, and manufacturing capabilities without the burden of high upfront costs. Backed by a collaborative startup community and an extended network of trusted design partners and vendors, the Prototype Lab offers not just the resources to build, but the ecosystem to iterate, refine, and launch with confidence.

Our lab is dedicated to empowering businesses with the capabilities of advanced manufacturing and specialized expertise, minimizing the barrier to entry for prototyping and manufacturing.

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Capabilities include, but are not limited to:

  • SLS 3D Printing: Formlabs Fuse 1+ 30W
  • Large-Format Resin Printing: Formlabs Form 3L
  • FDM 3D Printing: Bambu Lab X1C and H2D (large-format)
  • Laser Cutting & Engraving: CO₂ laser system
  • Laser Marking: Fiber laser
  • Printed Electronics: Voltera NOVA for substrate-based circuit printing
  • Triple Output Power Supply Banks
  • Soldering Stations
  • Fluke Test Lead Set
  • LCR Meter for component analysis
  • 300 MHz, 4-channel bench Oscilloscope for signal analysis and debugging

Materials include but are not limited to:

  • Nylon 12 Powder for strong, production-grade SLS parts
  • Advanced Resins: including Tough 2000, High Temp, Flexible, and other specialty formulations
  • FFF Materials: multiple material types and color options for versatile prototyping
  • Carbon Fiber–Reinforced Polymers for enhanced strength and stiffness
  • TPU for flexible, impact-resistant components
  • ESD-Safe Industrial PETG for electronics-safe applications
  • Flame-Retardant Polycarbonate (PC) for high-heat and safety-critical environments

Interested in learning more? Need design or prototyping services?

Contact us at [email protected]

Thank you to our partners and collaborators!