3D NewShape
French metal additive manufacturing service bureau founded in 2022, specializing in L-PBF production of high-performance alloys (Inconel, CuCrZr, 42CrMo4) for aerospace, motorsport, nuclear, and defense applications with end-to-end services from design to post-processing.
- CEO / Founder
- Ilyas Kaya
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- €1K
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Metal additive manufacturing (L-PBF/SLM) for high-performance alloys including Inconel 625, Inconel 718, CuCrZr (copper-chromium-zirconium), 42CrMo4 alloy steel; Part design and 3D modeling (CAD); Structural and topology optimization; Rapid prototyping and functional part production; Full post-processing: finishing, machining, surface treatment, quality control; R&D support and AM consulting; Consumables supply for AM machines.
Technological Advantage
Verified process expertise in high-performance alloys, specifically CuCrZr and 42CrMo4 alloy steel; demonstrated thermal conductivity exceeding 320 W/m·K for nuclear applications; integrated design-to-production workflow enabling rapid iteration; membership in France Additive and La French Fab confirms industry standing.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
End-to-end metal additive manufacturing services from consulting and design optimization through L-PBF production and post-processing for high-performance alloys; specialty in extreme-performance materials (CuCrZr >320 W/m·K thermal conductivity, 42CrMo4 steel) for nuclear, aerospace, and motorsport applications.
How They Differentiate
Differentiates from high-volume service bureaus by focusing on niche high-complexity R&D projects and specialty materials; deeper engineering integration than generalist providers; CuCrZr process capability (>320 W/m·K) is a significant technical barrier few service bureaus can match; location in Occitanie aerospace cluster (near Airbus country) supports aerospace client proximity.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial companies and R&D teams in aerospace, motorsport, nuclear, defense, and energy sectors requiring complex high-precision metal components in specialty alloys.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Motorsports; Nuclear/Energy; Defense; Medical; Automotive
Competitors
Poly-Shape SAS (France, Groupe HMY); Prodways Group (France); Beinsa (French metal AM service bureau)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Founded 2022; <10 employees; bootstrapped micro-enterprise operating from Pouyastruc, Hautes-Pyrénées (65350); active France Additive member.
Major Milestones
September 2022: ADD-SHAPE SASU legal entity founded; September 2023: 3D NewShape production facility established in Pouyastruc; Launched CuCrZr alloy printing capabilities (>320 W/m·K thermal conductivity); Launched 42CrMo4 alloy steel AM services; Collaborated on GrAHal-CAPP/DMAG dark matter research heat exchanger; Pikes Peak 2025 exhaust system project with FRED SAS; Exhibitor at 3D PRINT Lyon.
Notable Customers
FRED SAS (Pikes Peak 2025 turbocharged engine exhaust system); GrAHal-CAPP/DMAG dark matter research project (SUPERLINK heat exchanger)