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Frequently asked questions

Short, practical answers to the questions we hear most often — from 3D printing timelines to BIM mandates across the Adria region. Can't find yours? Ask us directly.

3D-printed parts in nylon, resin and clear resin: impeller, enclosure, vase, gear and clip

3D Printing

Which 3D printing technologies do you offer?

SLS, MJF, SLA/LCD resin and SLM metal. Parts are produced by our contracted partner network of 70+ industrial machines, and we select the best technology for each project — you do not need to know upfront which one to ask for.

What is the maximum part size?

Up to 1,700 × 800 × 600 mm in one piece, through our partner network. Larger parts can be split across multiple builds and bonded.

How long does 3D printing take?

Production takes 10–20 working days from order confirmation, plus shipping. Your quote states the exact date.

Which materials can you print?

40 materials across four processes: PA11/PA12 nylon (including glass- and carbon-filled grades), TPU and glass-filled PP, engineering and specialty resins, and metals — AlSi10Mg aluminium, 316L and 17-4 PH stainless, maraging steel, Ti6Al4V titanium, Inconel 718 and copper.

Can you print functional end-use parts, not just prototypes?

Yes. SLS and MJF nylon and SLM metal are used for end-use production parts, from one-offs to small series.

Which file formats do you accept?

STL, OBJ, STEP, STP, 3MF, IGES, DWG, DXF, FBX. If you do not have a 3D file, we can create one from 2D drawings, photographs, or an existing physical part.

3D Scanning

What 3D scanning methods do you use?

Small objects are scanned in-house with our own scanner. For larger objects, buildings and sites we rent the right equipment per project — terrestrial LiDAR or photogrammetry.

What is the accuracy of your 3D scanning?

It depends on the method: handheld scanning of small objects is the most precise, terrestrial LiDAR typically lands in the millimetre range, photogrammetry is coarser. We agree the required accuracy before the scan and pick the method to match.

Can you scan very large objects or buildings?

Yes, on request. Buildings and sites are scanned with rented terrestrial LiDAR or drone photogrammetry, scoped and quoted per project.

What file formats do you deliver from scanning?

Point clouds in E57, LAS, or RCP. Meshes in STL, OBJ, PLY. CAD-ready in STEP or IGES. Revit families and IFC for Scan-to-BIM workflows.

BIM & Scan-to-BIM

What BIM services do you offer?

BIM projects to buildingSMART openBIM/IFC standards: Revit modeling at LOD 200–400, Scan-to-BIM, BIM Execution Plan (BEP) consulting, clash detection, 4D/5D and training for in-house teams. We have BIM experience on several projects and staff each one with BIM engineers.

Which LOD do you deliver?

LOD 200 (schematic), LOD 300 (design development), LOD 350 (coordination), and LOD 400 (fabrication). LOD can be mixed per element category to balance cost and accuracy.

Is BIM mandatory in the Adria region?

Several countries in the region are introducing BIM requirements for public projects, on different timelines. Montenegro is preparing its guidelines through ISME TK019 — we are members of that committee.

Can you write a BIM Execution Plan for our project?

Yes. We can draft a BEP for your specific project defining LOD per discipline, naming conventions, coordinate systems, exchange formats, and clash rules. We also consult on existing BEPs that need refinement.

Do you provide BIM training?

Yes. Practical, project-based training — not just software tutorials. We train in-house teams, public institutions and engineering firms.

Heritage Digitization

What heritage digitization services do you provide?

3D scanning of museum objects, web-ready 3D viewers (glTF/USDZ), AR-ready models, print-ready files for replicas, and documentation of each object.

Do you have a heritage reference project?

Yes. We digitized objects from the Ulcinj museum collection; the results are published as an online collection at 3dkult.me. We use that workflow for other heritage institutions.

What deliverables do museums receive?

High-resolution 3D models (OBJ, PLY), web-ready glTF for online viewing, print-ready STL for physical replicas, and a description of each object.

Coverage & Delivery

Which countries do you operate in?

Primary service region: Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Albania, Slovenia, Kosovo. Printed parts ship across the EU and worldwide; digital deliverables go anywhere. On-site work is scheduled per project.

Do you handle customs for international deliveries?

Within CEFTA/WB6 countries there are no customs delays for most deliverables. For EU and worldwide shipments we handle export documentation. Digital deliverables (BIM models, point clouds, 3D scans) are unaffected by customs.

Can we visit your facility or have you visit us?

Yes. Site visits for scanning, surveys and scoping meetings are arranged per project, and you are welcome at our Ulcinj office by appointment.

Quotes, Pricing & Process

How do I request a quote?

Use our instant-quote calculator at /quote for rough 3D printing estimates, or the multi-step quote form for detailed projects. You can also WhatsApp +382 69 619 789 or email info@3dexperts.me. We reply within 1 business day.

How fast do you respond to quote requests?

Within 1 business day. WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach us.

Do you require a deposit?

For production projects we typically request a 30–50% deposit at kickoff, with the balance due on delivery. For very small orders we invoice the full amount upfront. Terms are always agreed in writing before work starts.

Is my design confidential?

Yes. We sign NDAs on request and treat all client files as confidential by default. Files are stored securely and never shared outside the production team.

What if I am not happy with the result?

We include a 30-day support period on all deliverables and fix any issues that stem from our side at no charge. If a specific outcome is critical, we recommend defining acceptance criteria in the scoping phase so expectations are explicit.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Tell us what you need — we will find the right solution for you.

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