3D Gloop!
A specially formulated solvent-based adhesive compound that chemically welds 3D printed plastics (PLA, PETG, ABS/ASA) at the molecular level, creating exceptionally strong bonds for part fusion, bed adhesion, and surface smoothing.
- CEO / Founder
- Andrew Martinussen
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $60K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Arch Grants, Metro East Startup Challenge
Technology & Products
Key Products
["PLA Gloop! (75ml and 120ml)","PET-G Gloop! (120ml)","ABS/ASA Gloop! (120ml)","MEGA Gloop! (bulk industrial packaging)"]
Technological Advantage
Utilizes rapid polymerization technology with suspended nano-particles that fuse into print surfaces within seconds; multi-functional product design replaces multiple adhesive types (epoxy, super glue, welding); strong viral marketing through demonstrations (tug-of-war with bonded parts, trade show presence); bootstrapped growth with strategic grant funding
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Delivers the strongest adhesive bonds for 3D printed parts through molecular-level chemical welding, eliminating the need for messy epoxies or ineffective super glues; enables printing ABS on room temperature build plates without expensive upgrades; provides warping-free printing and multi-functional utility (bonding, bed adhesion, layer line smoothing)
How They Differentiate
Proprietary solvent-based adhesive formulation engineered specifically for 3D printed plastics that creates chemical welding bonds at the molecular level, distinguishing it from general-purpose adhesives.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printing enthusiasts, hobbyists, makers, makerspaces, educational institutions, and professional users including commercial and industrial 3D printing operations
Industry Verticals
["3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing","Consumer Electronics","Education / Makerspaces","DIY / Hobbyist Market","Industrial Manufacturing"]
Competitors
Traditional epoxy manufacturers; Cyanoacrylate (super glue) brands; Other 3D printing bed adhesives (e.g., Magigoo, Dimafix, glue sticks)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Grew from a garage-based operation to a 10,000 sq ft warehouse by 2025; delivered over 14,000 products to 47 countries worldwide by early 2021; revenue estimated between $1M and $5M.
Major Milestones
["Won $50,000 Arch Grant in January 2021","Won first place in 2021 Metro East Startup Challenge ($10,000 prize)","Delivered over 14,000 products to 47 countries worldwide by early 2021","Expanded to a 10,000 sq ft warehouse facility with lab and showroom in 2025"]