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Welcome to Thinglab
Part of the Freedspace Family of Laboratories.

As a specialised division of Freedspace, Thinglab contributes to the group’s common goal: bringing some of the most advanced 3D technology solutions to the Australian market.

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Thinglab’s Journey of Innovation and Creativity in advanced 3D Technology.

Since its inception, Thinglab has been at the forefront of 3D technology in Australia, pioneering the adoption of advanced printing, scanning, and design solutions. As part of the Freedspace family of laboratories, Thinglab has evolved into a trusted provider for professionals, educators, and artists, offering industry-leading products and expert support. With a strong foundation built on innovation and customer service, our history is marked by a commitment to empowering businesses and individuals with the tools they need to push the boundaries of creativity and precision.

1992 – Virtual Presence created

Virtual Presence was founded in 1991. They grew to be one of the world’s largest independent VR distributors.

2001 – Inition & Virtalis Emerge From Virtual Presence

A team of five programmers, technical and sales staff left Virtual Presence in London to found Inition. Some others left VP to create Virtalis.

2005 – Inition Asia Pacific Created

Our director, Chris Sutton, left the UK for Australia to set up Inition Asia Pacific.

2012 – The Birth of Freedspace Thinglab Tracklab & Vizulab

When Inition sold Freedspace was born. The company is divided into three business divisions; Thinglab, Tracklab and Vizulab. Thinglab provides product sales, services and support in the 3D technologies space. Tracklab specialise in motion tracking. Vizulab is focused on VR and simulation technologies.

2005 – Continued Growth

Today we are continuing to grow. As Australia’s largest independent reseller of 3D printers, scanners and design software we are proud to work with industry leading brands like Artec 3D, Formlabs, Geomagic, BigRep, Makerbot and many others. As our exceptional team grows our professional services have continued to expand. We provide 3D scanning, design, printing and training whilst our post sales support remains second to none offering hardware maintenance, servicing and repairs.

Market Leading Brands

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Advancing 3D Printing & Scanning Technologies in Australia

Thinglab, part of the Freedspace family, delivers Australia’s leading 3D technology solutions. We empower professionals, educators, and artists across industries to enhance creativity, achieve unparalleled precision, and boost efficiency using state-of-the-art 3D printing, scanning, and design tools.

We provide a carefully curated selection from industry-leading 3D printing, scanning, and design brands, chosen for quality and performance. More than just a vendor, Thinglab offers expert guidance to find your perfect solution. We back this with comprehensive professional services – including tailored workflows, training, full setup assistance, and ongoing support – ensuring you maximize your technology investment and integrate it seamlessly.

With years of proven experience across diverse sectors – from dental and engineering to education and the creative arts – we understand the unique challenges and opportunities our clients face. Our passionate team blends technical and creative expertise, offering deep insights and tailored solutions. We’re proud of the trust we’ve built, focusing on ensuring every client achieves success.

Partner with Thinglab to harness the full potential of 3D technology. By combining world-class products, deep expertise, and dedicated support, we help Australian innovators, educators, and businesses unlock new possibilities and achieve outstanding results.

Thinglab Services

3D Scanning Solutions

From small machine parts to airplanes and buildings.
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3D Printing Solutions

Professional desktop, industrial and large scale 3D printers.
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How We Collaborate With Clients to Deliver Amazing Results

Explore our case studies to see tangible results we’ve delivered for clients across various industries. Discover how our tailored solutions address unique challenges and drive measurable success. Swipe through to see our expertise in action.

How Jaunt Motors Uses 3D Scanning to Build Electric Off-Road Vehicles
How Australian Company Borsight is Revolutionising Drones Manufacturing with SLS 3D Printing.
Southern Ocean Subsea & Thinglab – Deep Sea Innovation with Formlabs 3D Printing

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BigRep VIIO 250

Discover the BigRep VIIO 250 3D printer – large-format, high-performance printing. Fast, precise, and built for engineering-grade materials.

X1E 3D Printer

The Bambu Lab X1E 3D Printer is a cutting-edge, AI-powered machine with high-speed, multi-material precision.

Formlabs Fuse 1+ 30W

Explore the Fuse 1+ 30W 3D high-speed SLS technology. Ideal for engineers in aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing.

Formlabs Form 4B

Formlabs Form 4B represents the next evolution in dental and medical stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing technology.

Formlabs Form 4L

Formlabs Form 4L is a blazing fast masked SLA 3D printer with industry-leading materials library and a reliable, accurate print engine.

Our Featured 3D Scanner

Artec Point

Discover the Artec Point 3D Scanner – a lightweight, high-precision handheld laser scanner designed for industrial metrology, reverse engineering, and quality inspection. Scan shiny, dark, and complex surfaces with ease.

FreeScan Combo Plus

The FreeScan Combo Plus 3D Scanner offers industrial-grade scanning with laser and infrared light sources, perfect for precision inspection and reverse engineering.

Artec Spider II

Discover the Artec Spider II 3D Scanner — a high-precision portable 3D scanner designed for capturing small objects and intricate details.

Artec Ray II 3D Scanner

Capture large-scale, high-detail 3D data with the Artec Ray II. Designed for professionals, this long-range laser scanner is ideal for construction, forensics, and industrial inspection.

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