3-BOTS
Manufactures large-format FDM 3D printers (KONG series with up to 1m³ build volume) and automated 3D scanning systems for digitalization and reproduction of large objects, combining mechanical engineering with modern control software.
- CEO / Founder
- Andreas Jankowsky
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
KONG3D (1m³ build volume FDM printer with dual extruders); KONG1000 (variant of KONG series); KONG700 (compact variant designed for molding, packaging, design, and engineering applications); Automated 3D scanning systems
Technological Advantage
Proprietary compact mechanical design enabling large build volume (1m³ / ~35.3 cubic feet) in office-compatible footprint; dual extruder with up to 1mm extrusion diameter for industrial applications; automatic heatbed leveling and continuous monitoring for industrial reliability. Claimed advantage: 'great speed' for hollow/large object printing and 'great precision' for prototyping/medical use.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Large build volume (1m³) in compact footprint enables industrial-grade FDM printing in office/workshop environments; dual extruders and industrial control systems support high-precision rapid prototyping and limited production runs; integrated scanning systems enable digital-to-physical workflows.
How They Differentiate
Focus on large-format industrial FDM (1m³ vs. typical 300-500L competitors); compact mechanical design; emphasis on dual-extruder capability; positioning for both advertisement production (speed) and medical/industrial precision applications.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, design firms, engineering departments, advertisement production, medical device prototypers, molding and packaging industry
Industry Verticals
Advertisement/Marketing; Industrial Manufacturing; Medical Devices; Molding & Packaging; Engineering & Design
Competitors
BigRep; Modix
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Trade show presence at Make Munich (KONG3D exhibit) indicates market visibility and industry engagement; no quantifiable revenue, unit shipment, or growth rate data disclosed
Major Milestones
2016: KONG3D prototype presented at maker:faire Berlin; 2016: Company founded (as successor/evolution of 2D-printing business with 30+ years heritage); 2017: Production model unveiled at Fabcon 2017, Erfurt