Software Companies

Advanced Additive – a brand of Aigner & Paternoster GbR

Develops Project Path, machine- and material-agnostic path planning optimization software for Fused Layer Modeling (FLM) to improve part quality, mechanical properties, and process stability in safety-critical AM applications.

Technodigit SARL

Develops 3DReshaper software for point cloud processing and 3D mesh manipulation, enabling reverse engineering, rapid prototyping, and industrial inspection in additive manufacturing workflows.

Hexagon Software Technology (Qingdao) Co., Ltd.

Chinese subsidiary of Hexagon AB providing industrial software solutions including additive manufacturing simulation, quality management, and smart manufacturing platforms.

Shapefactory

Web-based 3D modeling and publishing platform enabling designers and end-users to create personalized and customizable designs for 3D printing

PointFuse Limited

Develops software that automatically converts point cloud data from laser scanners or photogrammetry into intelligent, segmented 3D mesh models for digital construction and BIM workflows.

SenseTrix

Develops VR/AR software and systems for training, education, and maintenance applications, with expertise in astronaut training systems and virtual factory simulations.

DDSCAD

Provides Autodesk CAD/BIM software solutions, training, and consulting services for architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals, enabling design workflows that can integrate with 3D printing applications.

BricsCAD

Develops BricsCAD, a native-DWG CAD software platform with 2D drafting, 3D modeling, BIM, and mechanical design toolsets that enables design-to-manufacturing workflows including 3D printing preparation

ICad3D+

Specialized CAD software for 3D footwear design and 2D pattern engineering that integrates both environments in a single program, enabling rapid prototyping, material creation, and direct 3D printing exports for the footwear industry.

Metrologic Group

Develops universal 3D metrology software for quality control and inspection in manufacturing, including additive manufacturing, enabling precise measurement and automation across diverse hardware.

Netfabb GmbH

Provides additive manufacturing software for streamlining workflows from 3D model to printed parts, including repair, optimization, simulation, and build preparation.

CADENAS GmbH

CADENAS offers advanced digital catalog solutions (eCATALOGsolutions) and strategic parts management software (PARTsolutions) that help manufacturers streamline parts management and accelerate engineering processes by integrating CAD data with PLM and ERP systems.

3DSim LLC

Cloud-based metal additive manufacturing simulation software enabling prediction of residual stress, distortion, and build failure; reduces trial-and-error prototyping through physics-based thermal and mechanical modeling.

PetriPrinter

Open-source g-code generator software for bioprinting that positions 3D models into culture dishes for cell culture applications.

Grow.am (formerly GROW Software)

Provides secure distributed additive manufacturing software enabling encrypted file transfer, tracking, and management of AM builds from design to production.

BASSETTI Group

Develops and integrates TEEXMA software platform for technical data management and digital thread solutions in additive manufacturing, enabling end-to-end traceability from design to production.

GeonX

Develops Virfac® simulation software for additive manufacturing and other manufacturing processes, predicting distortions, stresses, and defects to reduce prototyping costs and accelerate product development.

Siemens Digital Industries Software

Develops software and digital twin solutions to optimize additive manufacturing design, simulation, and serial production.

Armor Bionics

Develops a cloud-based platform for converting 2D MRI/CT scans into accurate 3D printable anatomical models for surgical pre-planning, reducing surgery risks and costs.

Volume Graphics (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd.

Develops leading software for analysis and visualization of industrial computed tomography (CT) data, enabling non-destructive quality assurance for additive manufacturing, casting, and injection molding.

Flow Science Deutschland GmbH

Develops FLOW-3D AM, a CFD simulation software for modeling complex physical processes in additive manufacturing, enabling engineers to predict and optimize AM build outcomes before production.

Thermo-Calc Software AB

Develops CALPHAD-based simulation software and thermodynamic databases for computational materials engineering, including an Additive Manufacturing Module for modeling powder bed fusion melt pools, printability maps, and microstructure in alloy development.

ModuleWorks GmbH

Enterprise CAD/CAM software kernel powering 70%+ global CAM market share; provides advanced multi-axis toolpath generation, simulation, and hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing solutions for metal/polymer/composite AM and robotic manufacturing.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Germany GmbH

Develops metrology tools and software for quality assurance and reverse engineering in additive manufacturing.

XD Innovation

Provides digital engineering and smart manufacturing solutions powered by the Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform to accelerate product development.

SYP

Developed a secure cloud-based streaming platform for 3D printing that protected intellectual property by sending print instructions directly to hardware without sharing source files.

Graphisoft

Develops Archicad, a leading BIM software for architects that supports 3D printing and rapid prototyping workflows, enabling digital design-to-manufacturing integration in construction.

Isemp

University of Bremen research group developing high-fidelity computational simulation tools for predicting distortion, residual stress, and microstructure in metal additive manufacturing processes, with IP commercialized via spin-off AMSIS.

GoEngineer

World's largest full-service engineering solutions provider and premier authorized partner for Dassault Systèmes, Stratasys, Bright Laser Technologies, delivering SOLIDWORKS licensing, 3D printer systems, and comprehensive engineering consulting across the entire product lifecycle.

3DESIGN™

Develops advanced 3D CAD/CAM software specifically for jewelry design and manufacturing, enabling jewelers to create production-ready files for 3D printing and traditional fabrication.

Flow Science Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Develops FLOW-3D AM simulation software for additive manufacturing processes using computational fluid dynamics and discrete element methods to optimize parameters and predict defects.

ENCY Software Ltd

Develops the ENCY X ecosystem—a unified CAD/CAM/OLP platform integrating additive, subtractive, and robotic manufacturing with AI-driven process planning, reducing programming time by up to 70% for hybrid production workflows.

Leap 71

A pioneer in Computational Engineering that uses 'Noyron,' a Large Computational Engineering Model (LCEM), to autonomously design complex physical hardware through code and AI, rather than manual CAD.

Avante Technology, LLC

Develops software for AMF file conversion/repair and advanced composite filaments for desktop FDM 3D printers, targeting commercial/industrial applications.

SelfCAD

An all-in-one, browser-based 3D modeling and slicing software designed to simplify the design-to-print workflow for beginners, educators, and professionals.

Meteor Inkjet Ltd

Supplies printhead drive electronics, datapath software, and integration tools (including DropWatcher and AMIS) that enable OEMs to build binder jetting and material jetting 3D printing systems without developing complex inkjet control infrastructure in-house.

MSC Software

Provides simulation software for additive manufacturing, including Simufact Additive for metal AM process simulation and MSC Apex Generative Design for optimizing 3D printed parts, enabling first-time-right production and reducing physical prototyping costs.

VRSim

Develops virtual reality and augmented reality training simulations for industrial trades including welding, spray painting, construction, and manufacturing, enabling immersive skill development with reduced material costs and safety risks.

Coffee Solutions

Provides CAD/PLM software solutions and 3D printing services, acting as a certified reseller for SOLIDWORKS and 3D Systems.

exocad GmbH

Develops open-platform dental CAD/CAM software for designing and producing dental restorations, implants, and orthodontic appliances, enabling seamless integration with 3D printers and digital workflows.

FotoNation

Computational imaging and computer vision AI company providing ultra-low-power perception AI silicon and IP for edge devices

Presq

Develops an AI-powered 'prompt-to-product' manufacturing stack for rapid creation and localized production of 3D printed consumer goods.

Materialise Shanghai Co., Ltd.

Provides 3D printing software solutions and additive manufacturing services for industrial and medical applications, enabling flexible volume manufacturing and mass personalization.

SolidCAM

Provides integrated CAM software for CNC machining with additive manufacturing modules, enabling combined 3D printing and CNC finishing for job shops and manufacturers.

Amsight

A specialized software platform that digitalizes and automates quality assurance, data management, and certification processes for industrial additive manufacturing (3D printing).

3DTin

Browser-based voxel 3D modeling tool for beginners, enabling creation and export of 3D models for 3D printing via WebGL.

Altair Engineering GmbH

Global simulation and optimization software leader providing AI-powered portfolio for industrial simulation, HPC, data science, and AI—now part of Siemens (post-acquisition).

Cubinter

3D modeling app for kids aged 4-13 that teaches 3D design skills for future 3D printing careers

OPEN MIND Technologies AG

German CAM software developer whose hyperMILL platform provides 5-axis CNC machining, mill-turn, and additive manufacturing post-processing toolpaths for precision manufacturing across aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors.

OsiriX

DICOM medical imaging software with advanced 2D/3D/4D/5D visualization and post-processing capabilities, enabling creation of 3D printable models from medical scans

Simufact Engineering GmbH

Develops Simufact Additive, a simulation software for metal additive manufacturing processes (LPBF, DED, binder jetting) to predict distortion and optimize part quality, enabling 'first-time-right' production.

Tech Soft 3D

Develops software development kits (SDKs) for 3D data conversion, visualization, and mesh processing, powering over 500 engineering applications in additive manufacturing.

I Can Make

Educational startup providing 3D-printable construction blocks (Strawblox) and classroom resources to teach children about 3D printing.

Ideate

Developer of Revit add-in software for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, acquired by GRAITEC Group in April 2024.

IKOffice

Develops industry-specific ERP and MES software solutions for tool, mold, and fixture manufacturing, including additive manufacturing workflows, optimizing production planning and resource management.

LabTech Software

Develops remote monitoring and management (RMM) software for IT service providers, enabling automation of IT infrastructure monitoring and support tasks.

SynaCore Pte. Ltd.

Develops Additive Manufacturing Digital Twin (AM-DT) software that predicts metal 3D printing outcomes and optimizes laser strategies, reducing process development from months to days.

3DOrchard

Provides a free, browser-based platform for crowdsourced 3D design with integrated CAD tools and 3D printing capabilities, enabling users to create, share, and fabricate 3D models without downloads.

Lattice Technology

Develops lightweight 3D visualization and technical communication software for complex manufacturing assemblies, streamlining work instructions and assembly simulation.

AMSIS

Develops GENESIS numerical simulation software for metal 3D printing to optimize data preparation and eliminate support structures for overhangs.

Al Hosani Computer

Software republishing and value-added distribution company providing 2D/3D CAD software with 3D printing export capabilities for the Middle East market.

Tencent Hunyuan 3D

AI-powered 3D content creation platform that generates high-fidelity 3D models from text, images, or sketches, reducing production time from days/weeks to minutes for applications including 3D printing.

Siemens Ltd., China

Siemens' China subsidiary providing digital manufacturing software, process automation, and integrated solutions for industrial AM scale-up.

solidThinking

Develops simulation-driven design software (Inspire, Evolve) for topology optimization and generative design specifically for additive manufacturing, enabling engineers to create lightweight, structurally efficient parts for 3D printing.

3Dvia

Develops 3D authoring, publishing, and hosting tools for professional and consumer markets to create and share interactive 3D content via web and mobile.

SAP Software

Develops enterprise software solutions that integrate 3D printing into digital supply chains for distributed manufacturing and part certification.

Synopsys

Synopsys is a leading provider of electronic design automation (EDA) software, semiconductor IP, and software quality and security solutions.

Autodesk

Fusion 360 is a cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB software platform for product design and manufacturing. It unifies design, engineering, electronics, and manufacturing into a single, integrated platform.

Dassault Systemes SE

Cloud-based CAD, simulation (SIMULIA), and manufacturing execution (DELMIA) platform suite with integrated AM design, simulation, and process optimization tools; serves 290,000+ customers in aerospace, healthcare, defense, infrastructure, and mobility sectors.

Swarmer

Defense technology company developing vendor-agnostic collaborative autonomy software for coordinating swarms of unmanned systems

Materialise NV

Collaborative additive manufacturing (CO-AM) software platform for industrial production combined with contract 3D printing services and custom orthopedic/dental medical devices, enabling workflows from design through quality control.

Siemens AG

Provides a comprehensive digital enterprise software portfolio (Siemens Xcelerator) including CAD/CAM, simulation, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) for industrial additive manufacturing.

Altair

A global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in simulation, HPC, and AI.

ANSYS

Ansys is a global leader in engineering simulation, offering a comprehensive software suite that enables users to simulate and analyze the performance of their products in a virtual environment.

Adobe Inc.

Provides Substance 3D software suite for 3D design, material creation, and visualization specifically optimized for additive manufacturing workflows, enabling realistic pre-print visualization and streamlined 3D asset production.

Hexagon

A global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies to put data to work.

Doodle3D

Dutch company providing easy 3D design tools and education resources.

3dSynth

A generative G-code engine that creates 3D printer-ready toolpaths directly from mathematical parameters, bypassing traditional STL export and slicer-based workflows.

Menci Software SRL

Develops photogrammetry software for creating 3D models from aerial and terrestrial images, enabling precise digital reconstruction for surveying and mapping applications.

OctoPrint

Open-source web-based host software for remote control and monitoring of consumer 3D printers, enabling WiFi connectivity and untethered operation via Raspberry Pi.

Cookiecad

A specialized web-based 3D design platform and material supplier that enables non-technical users to create custom cookie cutters, stamps, and 3D-printable models from 2D images or freehand drawings.

CADS Additive GmbH

Develops specialized software for data preparation and management in metal additive manufacturing, focusing on powder bed fusion processes to streamline build preparation and reduce waste.

BumpMesh

A free, open-source, browser-based displacement texturing tool designed to apply high-fidelity surface textures to 3D models specifically for additive manufacturing.

MecSoft Corporation

Develops CAD/CAM software solutions for both subtractive (CNC machining) and additive (3D printing) manufacturing, offering tools for 3D data preparation and manufacturing workflow automation.

Fabnami

Cloud-based SaaS e-commerce platform that automates instant quoting, mesh analysis, and order management for 3D printing service bureaus.

ItsLitho

Free online software that converts images into 3D printable lithophanes for FDM/FFF 3D printers, enabling hobbyists and consumers to create personalized photo-based 3D prints.

Genic Systems UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

Develops AI-driven generative design software for conformal cooling channel optimization in injection molding, enabling metal 3D-printed (L-PBF) conformal cooling inserts that reduce cycle times by 60-65% compared to conventional cooling.

FusionGFX Ltd

Provides immersive 3D visualization and simulation software for additive manufacturing applications, enabling interactive content creation and system integration for AM workflows.

KISSlicer

Develops slicing software for FFF 3D printers that converts STL files to G-code, supporting multi-head and multi-model printing for hobbyists and advanced users.

WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

Software licensing lifecycle management platform (CodeMeter) providing digital rights management, software protection, and secure license management across computer, mobile, embedded, PLC, and microcontroller systems

3D Flow

Photogrammetry software (3DF Zephyr) that converts photographs into precise 3D models for additive manufacturing, VFX, gaming, and industrial inspection workflows—enabling scan-to-part pipelines with proprietary computer vision algorithms.

ProtoTech Solutions

Develops custom 3D engineering software, CAD plugins, and visualization tools for additive manufacturing, AEC, and manufacturing industries, enabling workflow automation and data interoperability.

SimplyPrint

A cloud-based 3D printing management ecosystem that enables remote monitoring, multi-printer orchestration, and workflow automation for individuals, schools, and enterprises.

Prescient Technologies Pvt Ltd

CAD/PLM software platform with Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE), Design Automation, and Vision-Based Manufacturing Solutions for design optimization and digital transformation in aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing

Robert McNeel & Associates

A versatile 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design (CAD) application software based on NURBS geometry for creating mathematically precise and complex freeform surfaces.

OpenClaw

An AI-powered agentic framework and design tool that automates complex 3D modeling workflows in Blender and executes autonomous digital tasks through a 'local-first' execution engine.

TRIANGULATICA LLC

GPU-accelerated universal slicer and hardware platform (PCBA) enabling operation, optimization, and design of any additive manufacturing system technology from home to industrial scale—supporting SLA Laser, SLS, SLM, FDM/FFF, DMD/LMD/DMT, MJM, DLP/LCD, and bioprinting.

CAD2M

Provides PLM, CAD/CAM software solutions, and 3D printing systems (including dddrop printers) to automate and integrate design-to-production workflows for manufacturing companies.

Projektron GmbH

Web-based project management and ERP software for service providers; generic business coordination platform used across consulting, IT, engineering, and public sector

3D Slash

Easy-to-use 3D modeling software for education and makers.

CIMsystem S.r.l.

Italian CAD/CAM and AM software company offering SUM3D (CNC machining), INUS (AM process preparation), MillBox Dental, and Make&Mill — serving industrial, dental, and jewelry manufacturing across 5,500+ customers in 50+ countries.

MAGMASOFT

Develops MAGMASOFT® autonomous engineering simulation software for optimizing metal casting processes, including additive manufacturing applications like 3D sand printing, reducing defect rates by up to 90% and cutting development cycles from months to weeks.

Verisurf

3D metrology software provider for model-based inspection, measurement, assembly guidance, and reverse engineering

AMendate GmbH

Develops fully automated topology optimization software for generative design in additive manufacturing, enabling rapid creation of lightweight, complex 3D-printed parts.

Pixologic Inc.

ZBrush is a digital sculpting and painting software that enables artists to create high-polygon 3D models (up to 1 billion polygons) for film, games, design, and 3D printing applications.

Altium LLC

Develops PCB design software and cloud platforms (Altium Designer, Altium 365) that integrate electronic and mechanical design for manufacturing, including additive manufacturing workflows.

NavVis

Develops SLAM-based wearable mobile laser scanning systems and digital twin platforms for industrial facility digitization, enabling precise 3D mapping and virtual factory models.

QuesTek Innovations LLC

QuesTek is a materials science company that designs and develops novel materials using its proprietary Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) technologies and ICMD® software platform.

Prosper3D – Quote & Workflow Automation for 3D Printing Bureaus

Provides quote and workflow automation software for 3D printing service bureaus, enabling instant, accurate quotes and streamlined production processes.

AMFG

A leading Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and workflow automation software designed for low-volume, high-mix, and additive manufacturing.

DreamTech

Native 3D generation AI startup developing AI-powered text/image-to-3D model generation technology

Valuechain Technology Ltd

Develops smart manufacturing software including DNAam production control software specifically tailored for additive manufacturing, enabling supply chain collaboration and intelligence.

SimScale

SimScale is a cloud-native platform that provides a comprehensive suite of simulation tools, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and thermal analysis, accessible through a standard web browser.

FVMat

AI-powered SaaS platform for designing, optimizing, and simulating meta-materials, lattice structures, and meta-surfaces using physics-informed machine learning and multi-physics simulations.

nebumind

Digital twin software platform that visualizes, analyzes, and controls manufacturing quality in real-time across 3D printing and traditional production, reducing manual inspection by 80% and enabling defect detection during the printing process.

BEAWEAR

An AI-powered 3D body scanning and sizing platform that creates precise digital twins from smartphone videos to optimize fit and reduce returns in the fashion industry.

Additive Marking GmbH

Software suite for direct part marking and end-to-end traceability of additively manufactured and CNC-machined components, embedding machine-readable codes during the AM build process and linking parts to digital twins, ERP, and MES systems.

Twikit

A software platform that enables brands to offer personalized and mass-customized products through 3D configurators and direct integration with digital manufacturing.

Identify3D

Digital security and IP protection software for additive manufacturing supply chains

SJTU-National Engineering Research Center of Die & Mold CAD

Provides an additive manufacturing digital intelligent industrial platform integrating proprietary CAD, CAM, CAE, and PLM software for design-to-manufacturing workflow optimization

Digital Forming

Provides a software platform enabling product designers and retailers to create interactive 3D product customization tools and connect to on-demand digital manufacturing networks for 3D printing production.

Vizua3D

Cloud-based 3D visualization, sharing, and printing platform that converts medical scans (e.g., DICOM) into printable models, enabling real-time collaboration and on-demand 3D printing for professionals and consumers.

ARC Solutions GmbH

German CAD/CAM and PLM software solutions provider for manufacturing and product lifecycle management

Womp

Browser-based 3D modeling platform with integrated 3D printing services, enabling designers and teams to create, collaborate, and print without leaving the browser.

Hyperganic

Algorithmic design software for additive manufacturing, enabling the creation of complex, functional designs through platforms like HyDesign and Hyperganic Core.

Dimanex

A cloud-based end-to-end platform that leverages AI to identify industrial spare parts suitable for 3D printing and manages their on-demand production through a distributed manufacturing network.

ToffeeX

ToffeeX is a cloud-based, AI-powered generative design software that uses physics-based models to autonomously create optimized designs for complex engineering components. It focuses on parts involving fluid dynamics and heat transfer, such as heat exchangers, turbines, and cooling systems.

CustoMED

Develops an AI-driven cloud platform that automates the design and 3D printing of patient-specific orthopedic surgical instruments and implants, reducing production time from weeks to minutes.

MaterialsZone

AI-powered materials informatics platform accelerating materials-based product development

Math Magic

Generative-AI company (Math Magic / 数美万物) behind HiTEM3D: image-to-ultra-high-resolution 3D (up to 1536³) for design, games, and 3D-print workflows; cross-border creative-commerce and manufacturing adjacency per CN press.

Leopoly

VR sculpting and 3D design software enabling intuitive creation for AM applications

Castor Technologies

AI-driven software that automatically identifies parts suitable for 3D printing from a large CAD assembly, conducting deep technical and economic analysis to recommend cost-effective shifts from traditional to additive manufacturing.

Hearables 3D

AI CAD automation software for custom-fit hearing and dental devices using smartphone scanning

Corbel

AI-powered sales platform for complex industrial equipment sales, providing AI sales assistant, CPQ automation, and embedded financing.

ReconstructME

Develops real-time 3D scanning software using RGB-D cameras for applications like 3D printing, enabling rapid digitization of objects from faces to rooms.

Beijing JCZ Technology CO.,Ltd.

Develops laser beam transmission and control software systems for additive manufacturing, including 3D printing, laser marking, cutting, and welding control systems with integrated scanning modules.

ParaMatters

A generative design software platform that automatically creates optimized, lightweight, and manufacturable structures for additive manufacturing.

Uptool

An AI-native software platform designed to automate quoting and streamline core operational workflows for high-mix manufacturing and machine shops.

KIRI Innovation

Develops the KIRI Engine mobile app and cloud platform for low-cost, accessible 3D scanning and reconstruction, enabling users to create production-ready 3D models for 3D printing, AR, and digital content creation.

Senvol

Senvol provides data to help companies implement additive manufacturing (AM). Their main products include the Senvol Database, a comprehensive database of industrial AM machines and materials, and Senvol ML, a machine learning software for AM process and material characterization.

Atlas 3D

Atlas 3D developed Sunata™, a cloud-based, GPU-accelerated software that automatically orients parts for optimal printing and generates the necessary support structures for direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) 3D printers. The software uses thermal distortion analysis to minimize print failures and post-processing efforts.

OPTIS

Develops physics-based optical simulation software (SPEOS) for automotive lighting and ADAS sensor validation, enabling virtual prototyping that reduces physical testing needs by up to 90%.

Novineer

Topology optimization software that integrates with editable CAD models to enhance 3D printing capabilities.

KeyShot

Real-time ray tracing software for 3D product visualization and rendering; integrates with AM/3D printing workflows (particularly Stratasys PolyJet printers) to enable full-color, multi-material digital-to-physical design processes via 3MF format.

Things3D

Provides a software platform (Ownerchip and T3DSECTURE) enabling game developers to create smart interactive 3D-printed figurines that connect with digital games, bridging physical collectibles with gaming monetization.

AlphaSTAR Corporation

AlphaSTAR develops advanced simulation software for predicting the behavior and failure of complex materials and parts, with a focus on advanced composite materials and additive manufacturing.

Fabrex App SL

Develops a cloud-based SaaS platform for 3D printing service providers to automate quoting, nesting, and production workflows, increasing operational efficiency.

RealSense

Develops AI-powered depth cameras and vision systems for 3D scanning, robotics, and industrial automation, enabling precise 3D measurements and object handling in additive manufacturing workflows.

Isembard Ltd

Software-first manufacturing company building a distributed network of AI-powered precision factories.

Conceptualiz

Develops OSSA 3D, a mobile iPad app for virtual surgical planning and 3D printing of personalized anatomical models and orthopedic implants from medical imaging data.

FOLLOW-ME! Technology GmbH

Munich-based developer of hyperDENT®, the world-leading dental CAM software enabling dental labs and milling centers to manufacture prosthetics, crowns, bridges, and implants on virtually any milling machine via an open, machine-agnostic platform.

3D Predict

A cloud-based AI software platform for aligner manufacturers and laboratories, offering treatment planning software, 3D viewer, and DOC/Lab portal with deep CBCT analysis including roots and bone.

Vixiv Inc

ML-driven lattice generation software that automatically optimizes internal part structures for additive manufacturing, reducing design cycles from months to minutes.

uMake

Develops an intuitive iPad/iPhone/Mac app for 3D CAD modeling and sketching, enabling designers to create printable 3D models on mobile devices with NURBS-based surface modeling.

BodyCAD

Develops proprietary Personalized Restoration™ Software and vertically integrated 3D printing services for patient-specific orthopedic implants and instruments, reducing custom implant lead times from months to 21 days.

Source3

Develops an end-to-end IP recognition and licensing platform for 3D printable content, enabling brands and creators to securely monetize digital designs across physical and digital products.

Onshape

Cloud-native CAD and PDM platform acquired by PTC in 2019 for $470M; founded by SolidWorks creators

PASYC

A B2B SaaS digital inventory platform that enables secure, on-demand local production of industrial spare parts through encrypted CAD data streaming.

InnovMetric

Develops the PolyWorks universal 3D metrology software platform for dimensional inspection, quality control, and reverse engineering, enabling manufacturers to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes.

PANOPTIMIZATION LLC

Develops PanX, a finite element-based AM process simulation and optimization solver that predicts and actively improves print outcomes for large and geometrically complex parts, enabling qualification and eliminating costly trial-and-error builds.

Paperless Parts

A cloud-based quoting and collaboration platform for custom manufacturers that uses a proprietary geometric engine to automate the estimation and pre-production process.

Additive Appearance s.r.o.

Develops PrismSlicer, PrismSlicer SLA, and Color Picker — simulation-based slicers for full-color inkjet and single-color resin 3D printing that enable precise control over color, translucency, and texture, reducing visual fidelity gaps in prototypes.

Handddle

Provides a cloud-based AI-driven software platform and configurable micro-factory units to industrialize and manage additive manufacturing processes, enabling structured, reproducible 3D printing production environments.

Gravity Sketch

Gravity Sketch is an intuitive and collaborative 3D design platform that leverages virtual reality (VR) to empower creative professionals. It allows for real-time creation, sharing, and visualization of 3D models, streamlining the design workflow from concept to production.

Create it REAL

Pioneer in 3D printing technology with the first real-time processor dedicated to 3D printing

Trinckle

A cloud-based software provider specializing in design automation for additive manufacturing that eliminates the manual CAD bottleneck.

Shanghai Gyrotec Technologies Co.,Ltd.

Authorized China distributor and technical service provider for industrial polymer 3D printers (Apium, Mimaki, Prodways); operates AM Center for composite materials R&D.

Euler ehf.

Patent-pending AI-powered software platform combining advanced computer vision and hybrid ML algorithms to detect and predict powder bed fusion defects in real-time, eliminating manual build monitoring and enabling scalable industrial 3D printing production without additional hardware.

VoxelDance

VoxelDance develops VoxelDance Additive, an all-in-one data preparation software for industrial 3D printing, supporting technologies like SLA, SLS, and SLM.

AdditiveLab

Develops simulation software for metal additive manufacturing to predict failure-prone regions and optimize build configurations before production.

OpenBOM

A cloud-native PDM and PLM platform that provides real-time collaborative Bill of Materials (BOM) and inventory management for manufacturing teams.

Sidekick – iBrace 3D Scan App

Develops custom mobile applications with 3D scanning capabilities for medical orthotics, enabling precise body scanning and 3D model generation for additive manufacturing workflows.

SketchUp

SketchUp is a user-friendly 3D modeling software for a wide range of applications, including architecture, interior design, construction, and landscape architecture, known for its intuitive interface and extensive 3D model library.

SpaceClaim

Provides 3D direct modeling CAD software for rapid geometry creation, editing, and preparation for additive manufacturing and simulation workflows.

Caelynx

Provides advanced CAE simulation software and consulting for additive manufacturing, enabling design optimization and process validation to reduce AM development costs and time-to-market.

Flow Science, Inc.

Advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software that specializes in simulating free-surface flows and multiphysics applications, including casting, welding, additive manufacturing, and hydraulics.

e-Xstream engineering

e-Xstream engineering develops Digimat, an advanced material modeling and simulation software platform. It allows engineers to predict the nonlinear, multi-scale behavior of complex composite materials and structures, reducing the need for physical prototyping.

LINK3D

An additive Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and workflow software designed to connect the digital thread and help organizations streamline, automate, and scale their 3D printing operations. It is now integrated into the Materialise CO-AM software platform.

AB180

South Korean marketing technology company providing AI-powered mobile attribution, product analytics, and marketing automation solutions.

Skyforge

Cloud-based 3D printing management platform that enables organizations to manage networks of 3D printers and streamline multi-user workflows.

Exponential Technologies Ltd.

AI-driven software platform (xT SAAM and xT AMi) for optimizing additive manufacturing processes, materials development, and R&D workflows

Frustum Inc.

Develops GENERATE®, an interactive generative design software that automates topology optimization for additive manufacturing, enabling engineers to create lightweight, high-performance parts in minutes.

K3Metrology

Develops Metralis, a laser-based, large-volume coordinate measurement system for real-time, in-process inspection during advanced manufacturing assembly.

Size Stream LLC

Develops contactless 3D body scanning software and mobile apps that capture over 240 body measurements for made-to-measure apparel and health applications, enabling digital twin generation and factory integration.

Maker OS

All-in-one business operating software for 3D printing service providers and digital fabrication companies, streamlining quoting, project management, and client collaboration in the cloud.

Mastercam

Develops CAD/CAM software with additive manufacturing modules like APlus for hybrid manufacturing, enabling toolpath generation for 3D printing and CNC machining to reduce production time and costs.

Helio Additive

The Dragon software platform utilizes physics-based voxel-level simulation combined with machine learning to optimize 3D printing processes for enhanced reliability, accuracy, and speed.

Solaya

Develops an AI-powered mobile app that converts smartphone videos into high-fidelity 3D models for additive manufacturing applications like reverse engineering and digital twins, reducing costs compared to traditional scanners.

Delcam Limited

Develops advanced CAD/CAM software solutions for manufacturing, including additive manufacturing workflows for 3D printing electronics, orthotics, and hybrid manufacturing.

SIMBA Chain

Provides a cloud-based blockchain platform (SCaaS) for secure, traceable additive manufacturing supply chains, enabling decentralized 3D printing data management and mobile battlefield labs.

Limitless Labs

Limitless Labs develops an AI agent for CAM programming that integrates with existing CAD/CAM systems to automate CNC toolpath generation for precision manufacturing.

OpenSCAD

Free, open-source script-based 3D CAD modeler for creating parametric solid models optimized for 3D printing and technical part design, with STL export and cross-platform support (Linux, Windows, macOS).

Spatial Corp

Provides 3D software development toolkits (SDKs) for additive manufacturing applications, including modeling, visualization, and CAD translation components, enabling OEMs and ISVs to build comprehensive AM software solutions.

SAMGEN

SAMGEN develops PRAEDICTIO, an AI-based predictive maintenance software for 3D printers that optimizes maintenance schedules, reduces downtime and costs, and enhances operational efficiency through data-driven insights.

MIRA3D

A high-performance, hardware-agnostic build preparation and slicing software designed to optimize the additive manufacturing workflow for precision-driven industrial applications.

Cloud 3D Print

Cloud-based AI-powered SaaS 3D printing management platform offering online slicing, real-time monitoring, streaming, control, and project management tools for over 200 3D printer models.

FreeCAD

Open-source parametric 3D CAD modeler and BIM software with FEM support, designed for mechanical engineering and 3D printing preparation.

SuperDNA 3D Lab

Provides digital visualization, 3D infrastructure, and simulation solutions, helping organizations build scalable visual systems, digital twins, and intelligent operational environments for both e-commerce and infrastructure sectors.

3YOURMIND AG

On-demand manufacturing software that empowers companies to identify and produce parts as needed, creating a bridge between traditional supply chains and digital/additive manufacturing.

PrintSYSt

Develops a cloud-based AI platform (3DP AI-Perfecter™) that automates pre-printing analysis and optimization for 3D printed parts, reducing preparation time and costs by up to 99%.

OptiFab Technologies

An AI-driven manufacturing software platform that optimizes metal 3D printing processes to ensure 'first-time-right' production for mission-critical components.

Flexam

A specialized software platform providing fully automated hybrid slicing and toolpath generation for robotic and multi-axis 3D printing.

Shapr3D

Professional CAD software for iPad, Mac, and Windows enabling intuitive 3D modeling with Apple Pencil and touch controls

PrintToPeer

Cloud-based 3D printing management platform enabling networked printer farms

Automation Acoustics PTY LTD

Australian AI platform for real-time welding quality assurance using acoustic and sound analysis

LimitState Limited

Develops engineering optimization and mesh repair software for additive manufacturing, enabling lightweight design and automated STL file fixing to reduce 3D printing failures.

3FE (3D Future Experience)

Develops AI-powered software solutions for additive manufacturing workflows, including real-time monitoring and automated costification, to optimize production efficiency and data analysis.

HiTEM3D 2.0

AI-powered image-to-3D platform that generates production-ready 3D models with integrated texture generation for 3D printing and manufacturing, reducing cleanup costs and enabling direct STL export.

Riven

AI-powered precision metrology and inspection software for additive manufacturing part qualification, enabling closed-loop quality assurance.

PTC Inc.

Provides CAD, PLM, and IIoT software with additive manufacturing extensions (e.g., Creo AMX) to enable design, simulation, and production of 3D-printed parts.

BeijingXunhengTechnologyCo.,Ltd

Provides industrial-grade 3D scanning technology using structured light and infrared methods for reverse engineering, quality assurance, and medical imaging applications.

Intellegens

Develops Alchemite™ deep learning software to optimize materials and processes for additive manufacturing, reducing experimental time by 50-80%.

Additive Flow

Additive Flow develops 'FormFlow,' a multi-functional software that optimizes parts for additive manufacturing based on cost, weight, and performance simultaneously. It allows for multi-property optimization, considering various materials and manufacturing parameters to enhance efficiency and part quality.

CERPRO

Berlin-based AI SaaS startup that automates the interpretation of technical drawings and digitizes quality assurance workflows for manufacturing SMEs, reducing inspection documentation time by up to 70%.

Diabatix

Cloud-based generative design software (ColdStream) that automatically optimizes thermal management components (heatsinks, cold plates) for manufacturability across traditional and additive manufacturing methods, reducing design time from weeks to hours while improving cooling performance 15–60%+.

Metafold

Develops cloud-based Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) software (Geometric Intelligence™ platform) for designing and simulating complex geometries like lattices and metamaterials, enabling up to 85% material reduction and cutting prototype cycles from 6 weeks to hours.

CoreTechnologie

CoreTechnologie develops software for 3D CAD data conversion, preparation, and optimization, enabling seamless interoperability between different CAD systems and preparing models for manufacturing.

AstroPrint

Cloud platform for 3D printer management and app marketplace (acquired by BCN3D)

Leonar3Do Inc.

Integrated software and hardware platform that transforms 2D desktop screens into immersive 3D virtual reality environments for intuitive 3D modeling, design, and collaboration, enabling users to create and manipulate 3D objects for applications including 3D printing.

Progressive Robotics

An AI-powered, no-code software platform that enables industrial robots to perform complex, unstructured tasks without the need for expert programming.

Addiguru

Develops AI-based, real-time monitoring software to detect and correct build failures in Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes, designed to be machine-agnostic.

Ailoys GmbH

Berlin-based Industrial AI startup deploying proprietary sensor-fused digital twins and physics-informed machine learning to provide real-time quality monitoring and adaptive process control for metal additive manufacturing and metallurgy production.

General Lattice

General Lattice provides computational design tools and a software platform, Frontier, for generating advanced lattice structures, enabling the creation of highly optimized and complex geometries for additive manufacturing.

Additive Works

Develops simulation software for metal additive manufacturing, primarily their Amphyon platform, designed to optimize the printing process, predict and compensate for distortions, and ensure 'first-time-right' results.

Simplify3D

A powerful commercial 3D printing slicer software that provides extensive control over the printing process and is compatible with hundreds of 3D printers.

Spherene

Autonomous design software for additive manufacturing that uses patented Adaptive Density Minimal Surface (ADMS) technology to generate optimized, high-performance internal structures.

Valispace

A browser-based, AI-powered software that provides a centralized 'single source of truth' for engineering data, enabling teams to collaborate on the development of complex hardware.

Synera

A low-code platform for engineering process automation and generative design, enabling engineers to visually build and automate workflows for additive manufacturing and advanced manufacturing — formerly ELISE.

Prometheus

AI startup co-founded by Jeff Bezos developing artificial general engineer AI for engineering and physical manufacturing, with applications across aerospace, automotive, computing, and medical devices.

HCI Engineering Group

A research group within MIT CSAIL developing novel hardware, software, and materials to make personal fabrication and design accessible to a broad audience.

Volumental

Swedish FitTech company providing 3D foot scanning and AI-driven footwear fit recommendations for retailers and brands.

C-Infinity

Develops AutoAssembler, an industrial AI platform that automates manufacturing process planning by translating digital CAD/PLM designs into production-ready instructions, reducing planning cycles from weeks to minutes.

isepos GmbH

Develops control processes for additive manufacturing that improve dimensional accuracy and surface finish at high print speeds.

nureo AG

Develops software tools that automate repetitive 3D design engineering tasks by capturing engineering logic, reducing manual design effort by up to 90% for AM workflows.

DataProphet

An AI-as-a-Service platform that provides prescriptive process optimization for large-scale manufacturers to reduce defects and improve production yield.

Versoteq 3D Solutions Oy

Develops 3D software solutions including the VersoCore library for automated 3D model generation, modification, and visualization across web, mobile, AR, and VR platforms, enabling scalable B2B applications in additive manufacturing.

Honeycomb

Provides an observability platform for engineering teams to debug and optimize production systems, leveraging high-fidelity data and AI-driven insights.

Neural Concept

An AI-native Engineering Intelligence platform that leverages 3D deep learning to accelerate product design and simulation for industrial manufacturing.

AI Build

AiSync is an AI-powered software platform that automates the entire large-scale additive manufacturing process from plan to print for robotic and gantry systems.

Edge Total Intelligence

Edge Total Intelligence (edgeTI) is a publicly traded enterprise software company that provides a real-time Digital Twin and decision intelligence platform (edgeCore™) for defense, government, and commercial enterprises.

Dyndrite

Dyndrite provides a GPU-powered accelerated computation engine and software tools designed to streamline and enhance digital manufacturing processes, particularly in additive manufacturing.

Geomagic

Provides professional 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and inspection software for converting physical objects into digital CAD models, enabling scan-to-CAD workflows critical for additive manufacturing and quality control.

Sigma Labs

Develops PrintRite3D®, an in-process quality assurance (IPQA) software platform for real-time monitoring and defect detection in metal and polymer AM.

nTopology

Computational engineering design software company enabling generative design for additive manufacturing, creating complex lightweight structures optimized for aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer applications.

Shapeshift3D

AI-powered software platform that automates custom-fit design for 3D-printed medical and sports equipment, integrating 3D scanning and printing workflows.

Style3D

A digital-native 3D fashion design and collaboration platform that provides end-to-end solutions for the apparel supply chain, from digital fabric creation to virtual garment production and e-commerce.

AlgoSurg

AI-powered surgical planning platform for implant OEMs, robotic surgery, navigation/AR systems, and 3D printing providers

PhoeniX Technologies, Inc.

Develops real-time 3D motion capture systems for additive manufacturing quality control and process monitoring, enabling precise tracking of print head movements and part deformation during builds.

Make it LEO

Provides a SaaS platform that converts 3D printable designs into protected LEO (Limited Edition Object) files with embedded production constraints for secure, controlled additive manufacturing.

Mango 3D

Mango 3D develops the Lychee Slicer ecosystem, a leading universal 3D printing preparation software specializing in high-precision resin (SLA/DLP) and filament (FDM) printing.

Moon Rabbit Adaptive Lab

Provides computational design and advanced manufacturing consultancy services specializing in AI-driven design workflows for additive manufacturing applications in performance sports and footwear.

Gravity Pull Systems

An AI-powered workflow optimization and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) designed to automate and optimize industrial metal additive manufacturing processes.

Cortona3D

Provides technical documentation software that transforms CAD and PLM data into interactive 3D and 2D parts catalogs, maintenance manuals, work instructions, and training materials for manufacturing and after-sales support.

3D Web Technologies Ltd

Develops interactive 3D visualization software and models for infrastructure project planning and consultation, primarily for wind farms, power lines, and major civil projects.

Vectary

Browser-based platform for creating, sharing, and managing interactive 3D designs and AR content with no-code modeling.

DeskArtes

Finnish software company with 30+ years of experience developing advanced 3D data preparation, STL repair, support generation, and build optimization software for additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing. Founded in 1989 as a continuation of research projects started at Helsinki University of Technology.

KVS PLTD EOOD

Develops QUICKSURFACE, a standalone reverse engineering software that converts 3D scan mesh data into parametric CAD/CAM models for scan-to-CAD workflows.

Exitreality

Develops web 3D technology platforms that transform 2D web pages into navigable shared 3D environments, enabling immersive messaging and virtual experiences for entertainment and learning applications.

Polygonica

Provides a polygon mesh processing SDK (software library) for additive manufacturing workflows, including mesh healing, Boolean operations, offsetting, and slicing, embedded in over 30 AM applications to enable robust 3D model preparation and printability analysis.

MachineWorks Ltd.

Develops and licenses advanced 3D software engines for CNC simulation/verification and polygon-mesh operations to OEMs in CAD/CAM/CAE and additive manufacturing.

Adaptiiv Medical Technologies

A regulatory-cleared software platform that enables the design and 3D printing of patient-specific medical devices and accessories for radiation oncology.

Body Labs

Develops AI-driven technology for 3D human body modeling and motion analysis for apparel, gaming, and 3D printing.

Zoo

AI-enabled CAD platform for hardware design, offering Text-to-CAD, Modeling App, and APIs for 3D printing and manufacturing

3D Control Systems

3D Control Systems develops and operates 3DPrinterOS, a cloud-based, universal operating system for managing multiple 3D printers across various manufacturers, enabling streamlined workflows from design to final print in a centralized interface.

Intact Solutions, Inc.

Automated mechanical simulation software (meshless FEA) that eliminates preprocessing bottlenecks, enabling engineers to optimize designs for advanced manufacturing—including additive manufacturing, generative design, and complex geometry analysis—without manual meshing or model preparation.

3DQue

Automated 3D printing systems enabling 24/7 unsupervised print farm production

AxisWise

Develops specialized CAM software for multi-axis and robotic additive manufacturing, enabling support-free printing and optimized part strength through non-planar toolpath generation.

ExLattice

ExLattice develops next-generation engineering software for designing and simulating advanced lattice structures for additive manufacturing. The software provides real-time feedback to accelerate design and reduce print failures.

Realize Medical

Develops Elucis, a virtual reality platform for creating patient-specific 3D medical models from medical images, enabling surgical planning and medical 3D printing.

Oqcam

Develops AI-powered dental CAM software that automates workflows for 3D printing, CNC milling, and aligner production, reducing data prep time by up to 90%.

StirLight

Develops StirSense, a proprietary machine learning platform for real-time in-process anomaly detection and traceable quality records for friction stir welding (FSW), enabling digital verification and scaling of this advanced joining process.

Teton Simulation

Developed SmartSlice™, a software plug-in for 3D printing slicers that provides advanced simulation, validation, and optimization of print parameters to ensure parts meet performance and manufacturing requirements.

Araqev

Develops machine learning-based software for closed-loop quality control in additive manufacturing and 3D printing, enabling real-time adjustments to reduce scrap and improve accuracy across materials, printers, and shapes.

Secured3D

A cloud-based security and IP protection platform for the additive manufacturing industry that encrypts and streams 3D design files directly to printers without exposing the source code.

Solidface Technology inc

Cloud-native 3D parametric CAD software with real-time multi-user collaboration, powered by Siemens Parasolid kernel; enables product design teams to iterate faster and reduce design cycle time by 30%+ vs. legacy CAD tools.

FabZat

White-labeled in-app merchandising plugin for video game publishers and developers, enabling players to order custom 3D printed figurines and physical merchandise directly from game interfaces.

Orange3D

Develops AI-powered robotic additive manufacturing systems and software that utilize 3D vision for real-time process control in large-scale industrial printing.

REALvision Pro

Develops advanced 3D printing slicer software with expert support services for FDM/FFF printers, enabling professional-grade printing with smart slicing strategies and material optimization.

ASSEMBRIX LTD

Cloud-based SaaS platform (Virtual Manufacturing Space/VMS) that virtualizes and securely manages distributed industrial 3D printing networks, enabling remote control, optimized resource allocation, and IP-protected manufacturing workflows across global supply chains.

Jweel

Provides browser-based 3D jewelry design software that generates exportable files for 3D printing, enabling custom jewelry creation without CAD expertise.

Makers Empire

Develops gamified 3D design software and K-8 learning programs to teach STEM and spatial reasoning skills.

CADChain

Develops blockchain-based IP management software for CAD data, enabling secure sharing, traceability, and design licensing in additive manufacturing and engineering.

PRINT&GO

Provides multi-brand 3D printing workflow software for remote monitoring, control, and optimization of printer fleets, with AI-powered error detection and the 3D GUN'T module to block unauthorized firearm printing.

Gen3D

Develops Altair Sulis, a generative design software for additive manufacturing that automates creation of complex geometries like lattice structures and fluid flow channels, reducing design time from weeks to hours.

3Dprintler

Price comparison platform and global search engine for 3D printing services.

Innovana3D – Dixit Systems

Develops a SaaS-based instant quoting, 3D visualization, and order management platform for manufacturing and 3D printing service bureaus, reducing quote turnaround from days to seconds.

Blender

Free and open-source 3D creation software used for modeling, animation, and rendering, with tools for 3D printing preparation like the 3D Print Toolbox.

ADAXIS

AdaOne is a software platform for transforming industrial robots from any brand into flexible 3D printers for various materials including metals, polymers, composites, and concrete.

DNA.am Ltd

Develops Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software specifically for additive manufacturing, providing end-to-end workflow management, material traceability, and compliance for serial production

LEO Lane

Provides a SaaS platform for securing, managing, and tracking intellectual property for digital assets, particularly for additive manufacturing.

3D CLICK

3D CLICK is a cloud-based collaboration platform that democratizes packaging design by allowing users to customize, visualize, and validate packaging in 3D and AR without technical skills.

Comet Technologies Canada Inc.

AI-powered 2D/3D/4D image analysis and visualization software for industrial imaging data, enabling defect detection and scan-to-part validation for additive manufacturing quality control.

Compute Maritime

Developer of generative AI tools for maritime design, simulation, and optimization, with flagship product NeuralShipper for naval architects and marine engineers.

Advanced Science and Automation Corp

Develops high-fidelity physics-based simulation and visualization software (IVRESS, DIS) for additive manufacturing process optimization and virtual prototyping

EasyRx, LLC

Cloud-based universal lab prescription, digital workflow, and 3D software for orthodontic and dental practices and labs, integrating with 3D printing systems like Nexa3D and 3D Systems for streamlined appliance production.

Sigma Additive Solutions

Developer of the PrintRite3D® in-process quality assurance (IPQA) software for metal additive manufacturing, providing real-time melt pool analytics to ensure part quality and consistency.

3DTRUST SAS

Develops MES software and powder management solutions for additive manufacturing plants, enabling production tracking, workflow optimization, and supply chain traceability for 3D printing operations.

Ulendo

University of Michigan spinout providing vibration compensation software that doubles 3D printing speeds without sacrificing quality

Amis

Enterprise workflow software for industrial-scale powder bed fusion additive manufacturing (MJF, SLS, Material Jetting) that streamlines build preparation with advanced nesting, printer control, and workflow automation.

FactoryWorx

Develops AI-enabled Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software for Industry 4.0 manufacturing intelligence.

Whispering Gibbon Ltd

Cloud-based software that automatically repairs, optimizes, and prepares 3D mesh data for printing, eliminating manual file-fixing workflows.

AECInspire

Develops a cloud-based procurement platform for construction material management, unifying takeoff, BOM, prefab, and installation workflows.

Uformia AS

Volumetric 3D modeling software that enables mesh repair, direct fabrication integration, and parametric design customization for 3D printing and digital manufacturing applications.

Selva

Online web application that converts 2D images (logos, photos) into 3D printable STL files in seconds, enabling rapid creation of custom consumer products like keychains and jewelry.

Visionware 3D

Z-Engine™ software platform enabling 3D printer manufacturers to accelerate development and reduce time-to-market with pre-built, customizable control software and build preparation tools.

Inv3rsion, LLC

Provides custom software development for 3D visualization, VR/AR systems, and medical devices, with applications in additive manufacturing through visualization and computation solutions.

SIMETAL3D - PROVENCE CREATION D ENTREPRISES

French specialist in metal additive manufacturing simulation software and services, distributing AdditiveLab RESEARCH for PBF and DED process optimization.

Wings 3D

Free open-source subdivision modeling software for 3D design and 3D printing preparation, enabling low-poly modeling and mesh export.

BuildBee

Cloud-based all-in-one 3D printing software for uploading, slicing, queuing, monitoring, and managing fleets of FDM and SLA printers from any device, designed for simplicity and accessibility.

White Rabbit

Japanese provider of 3D image analysis software, X-ray CT scanning services, and 3D printing for museum exhibitions and scientific research.

Open-source GCode-based controller for RepRap/CNC machines; forked from Arduino in August 2008; last updated 2012-2013; project defunct.

Printpal

AI-powered 3D model generation and sharing platform that creates print-ready models from text or images, with community marketplace and printing services.

Miracle Intelligence

Miracle Intelligence is a company specializing in AI-powered software solutions for additive manufacturing, focusing on process optimization and quality control.

Nodi

Nodi is a node-based 3D design tool that integrates B-Rep and Implicit modeling. It enables high-speed, stable design of complex shapes for additive manufacturing, such as lattices and internal structures, and also supports manufacturing workflow automation and custom CAD development.

RepliSLS3D Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing Solutions

Develops software and hardware controller solutions for SLS, SLM, SLA, and other 3D printing processes.

Addevice LLC

Provides custom mobile app development services with technologies including AI, IoT, AR/VR, and 3D imaging for various industries, but no evidence of additive manufacturing/3D printing-specific software or products.

Qualified AM GmbH

Delivers QamX qualification software platform and consulting services enabling manufacturers to achieve AM production certification in regulated industries (aerospace, medical, defense, automotive), reducing time-to-certification for machine, material, process, and part qualification aligned with ISO/ASTM 52920 standards.

Marlin

Open-source firmware for FDM/FFF 3D printers, enabling precise motion control and print quality for RepRap-based and commercial systems.

CAESS

Develops ProTOp, a standalone topology optimization software for engineering design, enabling lightweight, high-performance parts compatible with additive manufacturing workflows.

Iteration3D

Cloud-based parametric 3D model generation platform leveraging open-source CAD (OpenCASCADE, build123d) to enable users to generate customizable, print-ready STL files on-demand without requiring complex design expertise.

Cheetah3D

Develops Cheetah3D, a macOS-exclusive 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software that supports 3D printing workflows through STL export and CAD/CAM features, enabling designers to create printable models for industrial applications.

DIBUPRINT 3D

Develops intuitive 3D design software that simplifies 3D modeling for beginners, enabling users without design experience to create and export models for 3D printing in home and classroom settings.

Medienwerk 15

German media business center operator and software developer of 3D Letter Studio, a CAD-to-STL automation tool for 3D-printed illuminated signage and letter production.

FabriAI

Japanese software company developing a desktop application for manufacturing workers to design 3D-printable jigs and fixtures without CAD expertise.

3DPrintForce

An all-in-one business management and ERP platform designed specifically for 3D printing entrepreneurs and print farm operators to automate workflows and track profitability.

Oceano HK Holding Limited

AI-powered 3D model generation platform that converts images into production-ready 3D models for 3D printing, game development, and industrial design

R-Style Lab

Provides full-cycle custom software development services including IoT, web, mobile, VR, AR, and electronics prototyping solutions

AppliCad Software

Developer of 3D roof and cladding modeling, estimating, and fabrication software for the metal roofing industry.

Lifespans Ltd

Develops Alfonso Cloud, a particle-based SaaS simulation platform for orthopaedic implant R&D and patient-specific development.

Guangzhou Beisi Software Information Technology

Chinese software provider of MES/ERP/OMS systems for 3D printing farm management and digital factory operations

Immersive Gaze – AR app development Company

Develops AR/VR software solutions for 3D visualization and immersive experiences, including applications for additive manufacturing training and design visualization.

3D Transform

US-based web API software for converting CAD models to STL format, enabling automated pre-print workflows and file optimization for 3D printing service providers.

AMBITORIO

Blockchain-based secure data transaction platform that protects intellectual property in 3D printing by enabling pseudonymous, tamper-proof exchange of 3D model files and manufacturing data between digital designs and physical implementations.

Cuttlefish

Develops a voxel-based universal 3D printer driver for high-fidelity reproduction of shape, color, translucency, and material properties in multi-material 3D printing systems.

Ameba – XIE Technologies

Develops Ameba, a topology optimization software based on the Bi-directional Evolutionary Structural Optimization (BESO) method for structural design and form-finding in additive manufacturing applications like furniture and architecture.

Layer Performance GmbH

Universal non-planar slicing software for additive manufacturing that enables 3D-optimized path planning for FDM printers and robotic systems, delivering surface quality comparable to injection molding with 4x higher part strength and 10x faster production.

Achelon Software House Srl

Provides CAD software solutions for 3D data conversion, visualization, and additive manufacturing preparation, including the 4D_Additive tool for 3D printing workflows.

3D Sentinel

Developer of Watchtower, a local network 3D printer farm management dashboard software that works with Bambu Lab, Klipper, PrusaLink, and OctoPrint ecosystems.

Metariver Technology Co., Ltd.

Develops GPU-based simulation software (vAMpire) for transient heat transfer and deformation analysis in additive manufacturing, enabling predictive optimization to reduce costly test prints and improve part quality.

CENAERO – Centre de Recherche en aeronautique

Non-profit applied research center delivering numerical simulation platforms (Morfeo, Argo, Minamo) and HPC-powered engineering services for AM process modeling, topology optimization, and multidisciplinary design in aeronautics and aerospace.

Thrinno BVBA

Provides a quotation engine software platform for additive manufacturing that generates professional quotes with visualizations of design improvements to help service bureaus win more business.

Formsmith

Formsmith is a developer (GitHub user Formsmith746) behind SketchForge, an open-source, browser-based 3D CAD tool for 3D printing enthusiasts and makers.

ReelTime

Develops Reel Intelligence (RI), an AI platform that converts single 2D images into 3D models ready for 3D printing, simplifying design workflows by eliminating complex CAD skills.

CADEX-SOFT OÜ

Developer of CAD SDKs for digital manufacturing, including the Manufacturing Toolkit (MTK) for quoting, DFM, and MaaS platforms

Toolkit3D

AI-powered scan-to-print workflow software platform automating custom product design and manufacturing across orthotics, prosthetics, footwear, and protective gear—eliminates manual data entry and vendor fragmentation.

3D Printing Cloud

3DPrintCloud was Materialise's cloud-based file preparation service for 3D printing that provided STL file conversion, error detection, and automatic model repair for product designers, engineers, and prosumers.

Solo Lattices Company Ltd.

Advanced design software solutions for additive manufacturing, specializing in lattice structures to optimize material use and mechanical properties in 3D printing.

RUHRSOURCE GmbH and CUR3D®

Develops CUR3D, a 3D printing prepress software that automates model repair and preparation for printability, making 3D printing as simple as printing on paper.

123Dapp

Discontinued suite of free, easy-to-use 3D design apps (123D Design, Catch, Make, Sculpt) for creating printable models, scanning objects, and interfacing with 3D printers, targeting hobbyists and makers.

Globalluxsoft LLC

Develops custom software solutions for additive manufacturing and 3D printing businesses, including platforms for on-demand manufacturing, process automation, and marketplace development.

VRtainment GmbH

Provides virtual reality and augmented reality software solutions, potentially for applications in additive manufacturing visualization or training, based on context linking it to AM software.

nPower Technologies

Develops nPower Scheduler™, an end-to-end AM operational software that manages workflows from printing through post-processing to shipment to optimize throughput.

Phanes 3DP

Software platform providing e-commerce and instant quoting capabilities for 3D printing service bureaus with automated STL file analysis and manufacturing optimization.

MeshInspector

Cross-platform 3D mesh processing software for additive manufacturing, reverse engineering, and digital dentistry providing mesh repair, quality inspection, and file preparation tools for 3D printing workflows.

5DT (Fifth Dimension Technologies)

Develops VR-based training simulators and software solutions for heavy equipment operators in mining, construction, and transport industries, reducing accidents and improving productivity through immersive simulation.

CBD-Tech

Develops CHITUBOX slicing software and integrated control systems (ChituSystems) for resin-based 3D printers, powering the majority of the global desktop LCD/DLP market.

Moldex3D

World-leading CAE simulation software for plastic injection molding, enabling true-3D analysis to predict defects such as shrinkage, warpage, weld lines, and filling imbalance before physical production, reducing trial-and-error costs and time-to-market.

GuangZhou JinYuanMing Technology Co. Ltd.

Develops control software for metal and polymer 3D printing equipment (SLM, SLA, SLS) with multi-galvanometer, cluster management, and cloud monitoring systems.

Yowza

Develops AI-powered shape-based search and recognition technology for 3D content, enabling real-time search across CAD repositories without text or image inputs.

3DMTP LTD

Cloud-based software service that automatically converts and repairs architectural CAD/BIM files into 3D-printable meshes, enabling rapid production of physical scale models.

Modoo Solution

South Korean distributor and solution provider of CAD/PLM software including GstarCAD and PTC Creo/Windchill, serving the manufacturing industry with design, data management, and collaboration tools.

Arsenal

Develops Extended Reality (XR) software and virtual mock-ups for Industry 4.0, enabling immersive simulation and training in complex industrial environments like shipbuilding.

Paanduv

Develops AI-powered 3D computational modeling simulation software (AM PravaH) that accelerates additive manufacturing process optimization through parallelized multiphysics and multiscale modeling, reducing design iteration time and physical prototyping costs.