High-performance materials meet clever design in a simple but effective workshop solution.
One of the most popular and practical uses for 3D printing is organization, from modular bins to tool inserts that keep workspaces efficient. But additive manufacturing extends far beyond standard desktop pen organizers. During our recent trip to Bonneville to visit to our customer The Garage Shop, we had the opportunity to see high-performance 3D printed parts in action on their race cars. While witnessing these components at work, a unique application caught our eye: a set of custom spark plug trays printed with Triton3D filament. Designed in-house, these trays help the team organize and protect spark plugs with the same level of precision and attention to detail found in their racing builds.
This type of application highlights one of the most practical advantages of 3D printing: the ability to create custom organization and storage solutions tailored to specific workflows. Whether it’s spark plug trays in a motorsports shop, surgical tool trays printed in high-temperature materials like Ultem™ 1010 for sterilized medical environments, or ESD-safe component organizers built to protect sensitive electronics, additive manufacturing empowers professionals to design storage systems that meet exact space, strength, and environmental requirements.
It can be as straightforward as printing a tray in PETG or PLA, or as advanced as using materials like ESD-safe polycarbonate, high-temperature Ultem™ filaments, or chemically resistant PPS, ideal for storage solutions exposed to harsh fluids such as brake cleaner or fuel residue. The Garage Shop’s spark plug trays are a great reminder that in the world of additive manufacturing, innovation doesn’t stop at the racetrack but extends to every corner of the workspace.
