Lusaka, Zambia · Integrated digital manufacturing hub
Prototype it. Engineer it. Manufacture it, under one roof.
3D Protosign turns your idea, drawing or broken part into a tested prototype and a production-ready component, made locally and delivered in days, not months. Serving business owners across Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Malawi and South Africa.
- Made in Zambia
- Single parts to small batches
- ZRA tax compliant
- Top 5 youth-led MSME champion
Trusted by businesses across Zambia
- Freddy Hirsch Group
- Zambeef Products PLC
- Master Pork
- CFAO Motors
- Elite Dental Care
- Black Drop Energy Solutions
- Richard & Joy Freight
- Hayati Prospectors Limited
- Fast Express Limited
- National Council for Construction
Recognised as a Top 5 Champion in the Youth-Led MSME Empowerment Programme by UNDP, the Ministry of Youth, Sport & Arts and BongoHive.
Why local manufacturing
Waiting for an imported part costs more than the part.
When critical components are imported, a breakdown becomes weeks of downtime. Innovators struggle to prototype, and small businesses tie up cash in minimum orders.
70%+
of industrial spare parts are imported
4-16 weeks
typical lead time for critical components
Months → days
how much we cut production lead times with local, on-demand manufacturing
Figures are 3D Protosign market estimates.
What we do
Three ways we move your project forward.
01
Prototyping
Test it before you commit to it.
- Rapid prototypes for testing and validation
- 3D printing in SLA (resin), SLS and FDM
- Functional prototypes and end-use parts in materials such as nylon (PA12) and flexible TPU
- CNC routing and laser cutting for fast physical mock-ups
- Iterate from concept to prototype to production with one team
02
Design and engineering
Turn a sketch, a sample or a broken part into a design that can be made.
- 3D design and CAD file creation
- Technical drawings and 3D renderings for approval
- Reverse engineering of existing components
- Digital modelling and design-for-manufacture optimisation
- Mechanical and electrical engineering design expertise
03
Manufacturing
Production parts, on demand, made close to you.
- Industrial 3D printing from a single part to small batches
- CNC plasma and laser cutting of steel, aluminium and acrylic, up to 1 inch (25 mm) thick
- CNC routing of wood, plastic and aluminium
- Precision machining and heat treatment for wear parts such as blades and plates
- Spare-part localisation: digitise a part once, produce it whenever you need it
- Quality control built into every job
Also under one roof: Branding and signage (2D and 3D signage, vehicle and apparel branding, large-format printing) · Custom furniture · Corporate identity and websites.
From first message to delivered parts.
- 1
Share
Send a CAD file, drawing, photos or the physical part.
- 2
Digitise
We scan, measure and model it into a production-ready 3D file.
- 3
Validate
Engineering review and design-for-manufacture optimisation. Prototype if needed.
- 4
Produce
3D printing, CNC routing, cutting or machining.
- 5
Check
Fit, finish and function are verified before release.
- 6
Deliver
Delivered locally or regionally.
Digitise → Produce → Deliver → Scale
Industries and parts
Built for the industries that keep southern Africa running.
Mining
- Drill bits
- Compressor screws
- Wear plates and liners
- Pump impellers
Agriculture and food processing
- Mincer plates and blades
- Processing equipment parts
Automotive and transport
- Gear levers
- Brackets
- Vehicle branding
Medical and dental
- Equipment components
- Reusable respirators
Packaging and manufacturing lines
- Sprockets, gears, rollers, pulleys
- Jigs and fixtures
- End-of-arm tooling
Construction, interiors and retail
- Signage
- Bespoke furniture
- Display fittings
Mining spare parts
Mining spare parts, made on demand, close to the mine.
Drill bits
hard-facing and flushing channels, improved wear resistance
Compressor screws
reduced downtime, optimised air-system performance
Drifter coupling pieces
quick on-site production, no stock dependency
Ground engaging tools
dual-material, carbon steel with Stellite, enhanced durability
Bearing blocks
high precision, improved structural reliability
Demolition teeth
shorter lead times than the standard supply chain
Also: hydraulic coupling components, conveyor roller brackets, gearbox protective casings, wear plates and liners, pump impellers and housings, shaft collars and mounts, structural support brackets, protective covers and caps, drill bit adapters.
TPU reusable respirators
Flexible, durable, compatible with replaceable P2/P3 filters, resistant to heat, abrasion and industrial chemicals. Quality-checked for fit, endurance and pressure.
Why mining companies work with us
- local manufacturing reduces import risk and cost
- on-demand production with no minimum order quantity
- quick turnaround for breakdowns and emergency replacements
- we adapt part designs using your performance feedback
- joint prototype testing and design improvement
- less waste through optimised material use
The machines behind the parts.
- CNC plasma and laser cutting
- complex shapes in steel, aluminium and acrylic, up to 1 inch thick
- CNC router
- precision cutting and shaping of wood, plastic and aluminium
- 3D printing
- SLA, SLS and FDM, for complex shapes with high precision and accuracy
- Large-format printing
- up to 5 feet wide; plotter cutting of vinyl; heat-press branding
Selected work
Real parts. Real projects. Made in Lusaka.
Also made for clients: meat mincer plates and blades, fibreglass tiles, a motorbike gear lever, swivel guides, technical drawings and CAD files, bespoke white curved tables and off-wall tables.
Why businesses choose us.
One roof
design, prototyping and production in a single workshop.
Local and fast
no ocean freight, no customs delays on the parts we make here.
On demand
single parts and small batches, no stock needed.
We iterate with you
prototype, test, improve, then produce.
Less waste
3D printing reduces material waste and energy use and shortens production time.
Made in Zambia
local jobs, local skills, and a regional base for southern African businesses.
Building Zambia’s manufacturing future, one part at a time.
3D Protosign is a Lusaka-based manufacturer championing ‘Made in Zambia’. We combine product development, prototyping, manufacturing and branding so businesses can save time, reduce their dependence on imports and grow with confidence.
Mission
To revolutionise Zambia’s manufacturing landscape with 3D technology and integrated production services, building local capacity, creating jobs and delivering world-class solutions.
Vision
A future where local innovation thrives and 3D technology is accessible to all, so any idea can be designed, manufactured and branded locally.
Company facts
- Registered in Zambia, January 2025 (private company limited by shares)
- Based in Lusaka
- Compliant with the Zambia Revenue Authority
- Top 5 Champion, Youth-Led MSME Empowerment Programme
- Exhibits at industry expos
The team
Kudzai Daka
Founder & Managing Director
Precious Daka
Co-Founder & Chief Technical Officer
Romeo Tembo
Chief Marketing Officer
Gaurav Hurnaum
Lead Designer
Cheshta Ghoora
Lead Product Developer
Frequently asked questions
Request a quote
Tell us what you need to make.
Share a drawing, a photo or just the problem. We will reply with a clear next step.