3D-Alchemy
Provides fast-turnaround 3D printing and additive manufacturing services for prototypes and short-run production using metals, thermoplastics, elastomers, and ceramics.
- CEO / Founder
- David Tapley
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing service; Rapid prototyping; Metal additive manufacturing; CAD design services; Carbon fiber 3D printing; Material selection wizard
Technological Advantage
Claims expertise in metal additive manufacturing and carbon fiber 3D printing with testimonials from Formula 1 sector clients; provides design-to-print services including CAD file creation for branding/logo projects.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces prototyping lead times from weeks to days with a wide material selection (metals, thermoplastics, carbon fiber, silicone, ceramic) and expert design support, serving UK and international clients via overnight carriers.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on UK-based service with local expertise in Shropshire, offering personalized design support and a material wizard for tailored solutions, unlike larger automated platforms like Protolabs or Hubs.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Science, academia, engineering, design companies, creative agencies, and businesses needing rapid prototyping or custom parts
Industry Verticals
Engineering; Science; Design; Automotive; Aerospace; Consumer Products
Competitors
3dgbire; 3Dparts; CADVis; Formtronics; Protolabs; Fictiv; Hubs; Shapeways
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has over 20 years of experience and focuses on delivering high-quality, accurate parts and prototypes while minimizing potential issues, with testimonials from clients praising fast turnaround and excellent communication.
Major Milestones
Expanded service offering to include a full range of metals (Aluminium, Steel, Nickle Alloys, Copper, precious metals) with large format options
Notable Customers
Formula 1 sector clients (per testimonials); Creative agencies for 3D branding/logo projects