Protolabs (NYSE:PRLB) has rebranded its manufacturing partner network from Hubs to Protolabs Network, offering expanded capabilities and a unified customer experience. The rebranding follows significant growth since acquiring the Amsterdam-based network in 2021, with an 80% year-over-year revenue increase in Q3 2023 through the network. The Protolabs Network, with over 250 partners, aims to provide resources for the entire product life cycle, offering benefits like tighter tolerances, enhanced finishing, and higher volumes at lower costs. The move emphasizes a hybrid digital manufacturing model that combines Protolabs' internal capabilities with the global network.