about myprintpod additive manufacturing

we believe making things should be practical, accessible and responsible, not wasteful, overcomplicated or locked behind traditional manufacturing systems.

what we do: rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacturing

we guide people from idea to product, combining design support, 3D printing and small-scale production.

we aim to be more useful than a standard print bureau.

that means helping customers:

test ideas quickly
reduce risk before scaling
create products more sustainably
build things that can actually be used, not just imagined

who we work with

we typically work with:

founders developing new products
small businesses building physical components
designers and innovators testing ideas
organisations exploring sustainable manufacturing and material recovery

whether you have a rough concept or a finished design, we can help you move forward.

our additive manufacturing approach

we focus on practical outcomes.

the priority is real parts, real iterations and decisions that hold up in use.

we prioritise:

clarity over complexity
iteration over perfection
function over appearance
measurable impact over claims

values

sustainability (real, not claimed)

we use recycled materials and aim to minimise waste wherever possible.

where relevant, we provide CO₂e tracking so you can understand the impact of what you are making and communicate it clearly.

accessibility

you do not need to be an engineer to work with us.

we support people at different stages — from early ideas through to production-ready parts.

transparency

we explain how things work, what is possible and what is not.

no hidden complexity and no unnecessary jargon.

practicality

we focus on what works in the real world.

that means designing parts that can be made, used and improved — not just conceptual models.

our vision for circular manufacturing

we believe there is a future where products are made locally, using recycled materials and renewable energy, with less waste and better transparency.

a future where small teams and individuals can create real products without needing large factories, long supply chains or high-risk investment.

myprintpod exists to help make that future practical.

R&D : research & development in sustainable 3D printing

myprintpod wants to make 3D printing more widely available while increasing the use of recycled materials from local sources. To support this, myprintpod has been collaborating with Fraunhofer IPA for over one and a half years. An initial project has already been completed with the 3D printing experts at Fraunhofer IPA, demonstrating technical feasibility and developing system concepts. Together, we will continue to develop technologies for decentralised additive parts production based on locally gathered and processed raw material cycles.

AHEAD - Fraunhofer deeptech accelerator programme

In addition to our strong partnership with Fraunhofer IPA, we have been fortunate to be invited on the AHEAD Fraunhofer Deeptech Accelerator programme, with our partner Fraunhofer IPA. This is where we have worked with the excellent AHEAD coaches and mentors from Fraunhofer Ventures on the bootcamp programme (Phase 1) to research and refine our commercial ideas to be practical, successful and achievable. We cannot thank them enough.

Barclays Eagle Labs

myprintpod was lucky enough to be accepted onto the Barclays Eagle Labs programme. (part of Barclays Bank). This is a programme to assist particularly technology and innovation startups to develop and grow. Their support has been invaluable in the financial planning and local networking side of the business.

Innovate UK / Innovate UK Edge

Last but not least, we have had fantastic support and long standing patience from Innovate UK and Innovate UK Edge - particularly their advice team. This team helped through many months helping the business shape its initial vision and assisted us in obtaining £50k of UK grant funding to build the minimum viable product and test this with UK end users to demonstrate feasibility. We greatly value their ongoing support.

ACT | App Association founding member

MyPrintPod is a founding member of ACT | The App Association, a global organisation representing app developers and technology SMEs. The company was recently featured in an ACT Developer Community Spotlight on AI, IoT, and the future of green technology investment.

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made in britain and made in the uk

myprintpod is a member of made in britain, and we are proud that our research, development and manufacturing activity takes place in the uk.

for us, that matters because it supports closer collaboration, shorter supply chains, faster iteration and better oversight of how products are developed and made.

made in britain is an organisation that promotes and supports uk manufacturers, helping member businesses show that their products and manufacturing activity are rooted in the united kingdom.

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MyPrintPod is a trading name of Augmented Solutions Limited (No. 10946820), England & Wales. Registered office: The Old School House, West Street, Southwick, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6EA, UK.

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about the founder

Built on practical engineering and real-world problem solving.

Mike Griffin founded MyPrintPod to make advanced manufacturing more accessible, flexible, and commercially useful.

With experience across engineering, product development and additive manufacturing, Mike has worked at the intersection of design and production, helping organisations turn ideas into functional, manufacturable parts.

His focus is on what works in practice: reducing friction, improving speed, and making better decisions earlier in the process.

MyPrintPod reflects this approach:

faster progression from concept to production
reduced cost through smarter iteration
practical routes to more sustainable manufacturing

The aim is simple—help customers move from idea to outcome with clarity, speed, and confidence.

background and experience

Professor | PhD | MIET | BSc (Hons)

Mentor at Cambridge Enterprise, supporting early-stage founders working in AI and sustainability technologies.

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