Fotofab Employee Directory
Mechanical or Industrial EngineeringIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
Fotofab, based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in metal parts produced through chemical etching, a form of photochemical machining. Founded in 1967, the company operates as a small-to-mid-sized team serving manufacturers of electronic and electrical equipment in high-tech industries. It offers custom components created by chemical etching and stamping, including RF shielding, EMI shields, screens, contacts, connector housings, lead frames, and apertures. The process emphasizes rapid tooling with lower costs than hard tooling, while delivering precise and uniform results across pieces and production lots. In 2020 Fotofab announced a partnership with MIT to support the iMASC project, reflecting engagement with research collaborations in the field.