Case Study: ACS Custom achieves 3-4 day custom product turnaround with 3D Systems Figure 4 Standalone

ACS Custom Develops, Produces Custom Products in Days with Figure 4 Standalone

Advanced Communication Solutions (ACS) Custom is a UK digital production house that makes soft silicone custom hearing protection and in-ear monitors. Faced with the need to cost‑effectively design and deliver one‑off audio solutions at unmatched speed—for customers ranging from everyday noise environments to a local Formula One team—ACS needed a faster, more reproducible manufacturing approach than manual tooling or injection molding.

ACS adopted a 100% digital workflow centered on 3D Systems Figure 4 Standalone printers and production-grade materials (e.g., PRO-BLK 10, EGGSHELL-AMB 10). The solution enables design-to-final product in 3–4 days, immediate revisions, cost‑effective low‑volume production, eggshell casting for silicone parts, and consistent, high‑quality, repeatable results that boost the company’s reputation and drive ongoing innovation.

ACS Custom

Andy Shiach

Founder and Managing Director