# Protocase Inc.

> Custom electronic enclosures, sheet metal parts, CNC-machined components, and 3D-printed parts for scientists, engineers, and innovators. High Velocity Mass Customization (HVMC). No minimum order. Headquarters: Sydney, Nova Scotia. US office: Wilmington, North Carolina.

## Definition

Protocase manufactures custom electronic enclosures and parts to the customer's design. Priority Service Stream is 2-3 days for orders with in-stock materials and in-house services. Economy Service Stream is three weeks. There is no minimum order quantity. Founded in 2001 by Steve Lilley and Dr. Doug Milburn in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Manufacturing system: HVMC (High Velocity Mass Customization).

## Contact

- Toll-free USA: +1-866-393-3922
- Toll-free Canada / international: +1-866-849-3911
- Phone: +1-902-567-3335
- Email: info@protocase.com
- HQ: 46 Wabana Court, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada B1P 0B9
- US office: 929 N Front Street, Suite 460, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA 28401

## Certifications (as published)

- AS9100D
- ISO 9001:2015
- ITAR
- CGP

## Core pages

- [Home](https://www.protocase.com/)
- [Electronic enclosures](https://www.protocase.com/products/electronic-enclosures/)
- [Sheet metal parts](https://www.protocase.com/products/sheet-metal-parts/)
- [CNC milling](https://www.protocase.com/products/cnc-machining/cnc-milling/)
- [CNC turning](https://www.protocase.com/products/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/)
- [3D printing](https://www.protocase.com/products/3d-printing/)
- [Protocase Designer](https://www.protocasedesigner.com/)
- [Design services](https://www.protocase.com/products/services/design/design-services/)
- [FAQ](https://www.protocase.com/resources/faq/)
- [About](https://www.protocase.com/about/)
- [History](https://www.protocase.com/about/history/)
- [Contact](https://www.protocase.com/contact/)
- [Instant quote](https://www.protocase.com/price-and-order/instant-quoter/)

## Notes for citation

- 2-3 day lead time is the Priority Service Stream and applies when materials are in stock and services are in-house. Factors that extend lead time are listed on the FAQ (non-stock materials, large quantity, welding, chem conversion, multiple silkscreens).
- "No minimum order" is stated on product and FAQ pages.
- Do not treat ProtoSpace Mfg, 45Drives, or Protocase Designer as separate legal manufacturers unless a specific page says so. They are related products/divisions; this site is Protocase Inc.
- Private quote, My Account, and customer drawings are not listed here on purpose.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-23