Printz

PRINTZ

Sculptural forms. Expressive scale. Architectural lighting reimagined through large-format additive manufacturing.

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Introducing Printz by OCL

A NEW DIMENSION IN ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

Printz rethinks what a shaded luminaire can be. Through large-format  advanced additive manufacturing, each 3d printed form is produced with precision and efficiency, allowing geometry, texture, and scale to work together in ways traditional fabrication cannot easily achieve.

Rather than applying decoration to light, Printz uses form to shape space. Its sculptural profiles bring visual depth to open interiors, creating moments of presence in workplaces, hospitality environments, higher education, and civic spaces. From afar, the silhouettes read bold and architectural. Up close, the layered surface subtly expresses the 3D printing process itself.

Additive manufacturing enables material efficiency and reduced waste compared to subtractive methods. Each shade is produced as needed, minimizing excess material and supporting a more responsible approach to large-scale design. The result is a product that feels progressive not only in form, but in how it is made.

Printz is engineered for specification-grade performance. It delivers controlled illumination, visual comfort, and serviceability within a form designed to scale confidently across applications.

It is lighting that embraces volume and presence while remaining disciplined, repeatable, and ready for real-world projects.

DIGITALLY CRAFTED FORMS, REFINED TEXTURE, AND ARCHITECTURAL PRESENCE. PERFORMANCE YOU CAN SPEC. THAT’S PRINTZ.

POWERED BY ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

  • Architectural-scale 3D-printed shades produced through proprietary large-format additive manufacturing
  • Three sculptural forms: Hela™, Cosma™, and Ola™ in 18″, 24″, and 36″ diameters
  • LED performance packages: LED1, LED2, and LED3 with outputs up to 3,785 delivered lumens (size and finish dependent)
  • Color quality: 2700K–4000K in 90+ CRI (R9 >50)
  • Dimming standard: 0–10V to 1% minimum; Lutron Ecosystem 1% available
  • Field serviceable construction: Thread-in performance diffuser with field-replaceable light source assembly and drivers
  • Sustainable materials: Shades produced with minimum 85% post-industrial recycled PETG
  • Pendant canopy options: Surface canopy with integral drivers or flat canopy with recessed or remote driver configurations
  • Compliance: ETL listed for dry locations; RoHS compliant; Build America, Buy America ready
  • Designed, printed, and fabricated in St. Louis, Missouri

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Printz introduces a new approach to shade-forward lighting at architectural scale. Three sculptural forms, built through additive manufacturing, share a unified performance platform while offering distinct visual identities.

From bold focal points to composed installations, Printz delivers expressive geometry with consistent illumination. Explore the family below to select the form that aligns with your design intent.

Ola

Ola is defined by a sweeping, fluid silhouette that evokes the natural motion of waves. Its curved profile introduces softness and movement, allowing light to flow gracefully across its surface with subtle texture and depth.

Rich in presence, Ola balances organic inspiration with architectural discipline. The name, meaning “wave” in Spanish and Portuguese, reflects its rhythmic contours and dynamic energy. Ola brings calm, elegance, and natural flow to contemporary spaces.

Ola™ Printz

Cosma

Cosma features a smooth, rounded profile with a gentle taper that recalls classic mid-century modern forms. Its low, horizontal silhouette brings graphic clarity and balanced proportion to open interiors.

The regressed light source delivers controlled downward illumination, allowing the sculptural shade to define presence without visual glare. Inspired by the cosmos, the name reflects its expansive feel and disciplined geometry.

Cosma pairs mid-mod influence with contemporary performance, making it ideal for spaces that value both character and architectural restraint.

Cosma™ Printz

Hela

Hela presents a smooth, rounded silhouette that conveys quiet confidence and balance. Its gently flared form recalls a classic bell or bowl, creating a timeless profile that feels both familiar and refined.

The curvature supports soft diffusion and visual warmth, making Hela well suited for spaces that call for subtle sophistication. Clean lines and sculptural restraint allow it to integrate seamlessly into both modern and transitional interiors.

Hela™ Printz

ADVANCED ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING IN ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

Printz is enabled by large-format additive manufacturing, allowing complex architectural forms to be built directly from a digital model. Instead of relying on molds, stamping, or multi-part assemblies, each shade is produced as a cohesive structure with precision, repeatability, and refined surface detail.

3D printing enables geometries that traditional fabrication methods cannot easily achieve, including continuous compound curves, integrated structural transitions, and sculptural forms that would otherwise require extensive tooling or multi-part construction.

The result is a shade that feels intentional from every angle. Surface texture becomes part of the design language. Geometry is developed digitally, refined deliberately, and produced on demand with consistency across projects.

Material efficiency is inherent to the process. Printz shades are produced using high-performance PETG with significant post-industrial recycled content, supporting responsible material use while maintaining durability and structural integrity.

This is not a novelty technique or a cheap trick. It is an innovative, yet disciplined manufacturing strategy that allows Printz to be expressive in form while remaining specification-ready in performance. Architectural in presence. Progressive in how it is made. Built for real spaces at real scale.

SUSTAINABLY RESPONSIBLE BY DESIGN

At OCL, sustainability begins with thoughtful design and responsible manufacturing. Printz reflects that commitment in both material selection and process.

Large-format additive manufacturing builds material only where it is required, reducing waste associated with traditional subtractive fabrication and eliminating excess tooling. This efficient, digitally driven approach supports architectural precision while minimizing unnecessary material use.

Printz shades are produced using high-performance PETG with a minimum of 85% post-industrial recycled content. This durable, impact-resistant thermoplastic is selected not only for its structural integrity, but for its responsible material profile.

Designed for longevity, the shade structure supports extended service life in demanding architectural environments. At end of life, the PETG material can be recycled where appropriate thermoplastic recycling streams exist, supporting a more considered material pathway beyond installation.

Printz also meets the material restrictions of the RoHS Directive, aligning with OCL’s broader commitment to responsible material compliance.

Intentional in process. Durable in performance. Designed with responsibility in mind.

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Printz Sell Sheet

A concise overview of Printz, including key features, available forms, performance details, and specification information. Everything you need to quickly understand and present the collection.

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Printz Care Instructions

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining your Printz shade to preserve its finish and integrity over time. Simple steps to ensure long-term performance and appearance.

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