Our Medical Portfolio

Revolutionizing Healthcare with Precision and Empathy - At the intersection of technology and human care, we craft medical solutions that change lives. From bespoke prosthetics and orthotics to detailed 3D scanning, we leverage cutting-edge technology to provide personalized medical aids. Explore our gallery to see how we're transforming healthcare, one piece at a time.

Advancing Healthcare Through Precision 3D Printing

PIETER STRYDOM

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TANYA LIEBENBERG

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RODOLF QUITASOL

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Our commitment to quality, innovation, and compassion sets us apart. Whether it’s a custom-fit prosthetic, a supportive orthotic device, or accurate 3D scanning for medical analysis, we’re here to provide solutions tailored to individual needs. Reach out to us to discuss how we can collaborate on your next medical project. Your well-being is our priority.

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Custom Rugby Face Mask — Protective Innovation in Sports Orthotics

Client: Pieter-Jan Strydom
Industry: Medical & Sports Rehabilitation
Service: 3D Scanning • Digital Design • Custom Orthotic Fabrication

Project Overview

Ahead of the 2023 Craven Week Rugby Tournament and the Namibian National Rugby Games, Printhoek 3D was approached to develop a custom facial orthotic mask for young rugby player Pieter-Jan Strydom.

Following a skull injury, his maxillofacial specialist recommended protective facial support to allow him to safely return to play. Working closely with both the doctor and the client’s family, our team captured precise 3D facial scans and used the data to design a custom-fitted protective mask that met the doctor’s criteria for coverage, comfort, and impact resistance.

The final design was 3D printed in a carbon-fiber composite for strength and lightweight performance, with a soft internal lining for comfort and flexible straps for secure fitment. Two identical masks were produced one primary and one backup both successfully used throughout his recovery and competition period.

Highlights

  • 3D facial scanning and data-driven orthotic design

  • Doctor-approved medical fit for protective use during sports

  • Carbon-fiber composite fabrication for strength and flexibility

  • Dual-mask production ensuring uninterrupted athletic use

  • Custom comfort lining and flexible strap integration

Impact

This project highlights how digital design and additive manufacturing can be applied beyond industrial and engineering contexts delivering personalized, medically guided protection for athletes.
Through precision scanning, collaborative design, and advanced materials, Printhoek 3D enabled safe, confident performance for a young player returning to competitive rugby.

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Custom Prosthetic Leg Cover — Confidence Through Design

Client: Tanya Liebenberg
Industry: Medical & Lifestyle Design
Service: Metrology-Grade 3D Scanning • Product Design • Additive Manufacturing

 Project Overview

Printhoek 3D was commissioned by Tanya Liebenberg to create a custom prosthetic leg cover that would enhance both the aesthetic appeal.

Using metrology-grade 3D scanning, our team captured precise measurements of the prosthetic leg to design a lightweight, form-fitting cover that improves the visual silhouette under clothing and provides a more natural appearance in motion.

Inspired by the design approach of the Spanish company UNYQ, known for their stylish and functional prosthetic covers, we developed a two-part magnetic design. One half was fixed to the prosthesis, while the other attached magnetically using neodymium magnets for easy removal and maintenance.

The first prototype was printed in cyan blue, followed by a second iteration incorporating a custom patterned surface as requested by the client balancing durability, design expression, and personal comfort.

Highlights

  • Metrology-grade 3D scanning for accurate data capture and custom design

  • Magnetic two-part assembly using neodymium magnets 

  • Lightweight 3D-printed cover customized for daily wear

  • Aesthetic pattern design for personalization

  • Iterative prototyping process incorporating client feedback

Impact

This project showcases how 3D technology can merge functionality and self-expression in prosthetic and aesthetic design.
By applying precision scanning, advanced materials, and human-centered design, Printhoek 3D helped Tanya Liebenberg achieve a prosthetic cover that reflects individuality and confidence – a perfect blend of engineering and empathy.

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Custom Orthotic Hand Brace - Personalized Medical Support Through 3D Technology

Client: Private Medical Case (via Occupational Therapy Consultation)
Industry: Medical orthotics & Rehabilitation
Service: 3D Scanning • Digital Modelling • Custom Orthotic Fabrication

Project Overview

Printhoek 3D was commissioned to develop a custom orthotic hand brace for a stroke rehabilitation case, where the client had lost mobility in one hand due to paralysis. The challenge was to create a brace that would hold the hand in a therapeutically correct position, as recommended by the attending occupational therapist.

Our team used 3D scanning technology to capture precise anatomical data from the functional opposite hand and forearm, which was then digitally mirrored to design a corrective brace aligned with the patient’s unique physiology. The digital model was refined in consultation with the therapist and then fabricated in-house via 3D printing, ensuring both fit accuracy and comfort.

Highlights

  • High-accuracy 3D scanning for anatomical data capture

  • Digital mirroring of the healthy hand for structural accuracy

  • Collaboration with medical professionals to ensure therapeutic correctness

  • Custom 3D-printed brace produced in-house for rehabilitation use

  • Lightweight and ergonomic design tailored to patient comfort

Impact

This project demonstrates how 3D printing and scanning technologies can extend beyond industrial use offering personalized healthcare solutions that enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
By merging digital precision with medical collaboration, Printhoek 3D delivered a fully customized orthotic brace that supports mobility, recovery, and comfort for the client

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Whitney Namwi Ntema

Whitney is an industrial designer redefining the intersection of creativity and advanced manufacturing. At Printhoek 3D, she bridges engineering precision and visual design, ensuring every product reflects both function and identity. Her expertise in digital fabrication and branding enhances the bureau’s capabilities, turning innovation into design that inspires.

Whitney Namwi Ntema

Industrial Designer & Branding Specialist

Daniel is a mechatronic engineer with a strong background in programming, electronics, and product development. He has collaborated with Printhoek 3D on groundbreaking projects such as PET recycling systems and advanced prototyping solutions. Driven by curiosity and problem-solving, he brings research and innovation that turn ambitious ideas into practical technologies.

Daniel James Godfrey

Mechatronic Engineer & R&D Specialist

Justin Cole

Justin oversees workshop operations and ensures every print that leaves Printhoek 3D meets uncompromising quality standards. With years of hands-on expertise in additive manufacturing, inspection, and post-processing, he is dedicated to producing precise, reliable results. His eye for detail and commitment to excellence safeguard the bureau’s reputation for world-class precision.

Justin Rain Cole

Workshop & Quality Lead

Gino Fourie

Gino blends mechanical design expertise with sharp business and financial insight to keep Printhoek 3D operating at peak efficiency. From managing multi-printer farms to implementing real-time tracking systems, he ensures smooth workflows and scalable growth. His ability to connect engineering precision with strategic operations makes him a driving force behind the bureau’s expansion.

Gino Fourie

Head of Operations

Romar Quitasol

Romar is a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur driving Industry 4.0 in Namibia. He founded Printhoek 3D to pioneer advanced additive manufacturing and has over a decade of experience in 3D printing, scanning, and mechanical design. His mission is to push the boundaries of what’s possible, transforming complex engineering challenges into future-ready solutions

Rodolfo Marcial (Romar) Rañola Quitasol

Founder & CEO