3DDC
Provides specialized metal coating (electroplating) services for 3D printed and additive manufactured parts, along with DMLS, SLA, and SLS 3D printing services, enabling functional and cosmetic metal finishes on plastic and resin components.
- CEO / Founder
- Graham Barton
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Metalise...it electroplating service; DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering) 3D printing; SLA (Stereolithography) 3D printing; SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) 3D printing; Project management and consulting for AM/3DP
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Proprietary electroplating process tailored for AM materials, ensuring adhesion and finish quality on 3D printed plastics/resins. Defensible via trade secrets and first-mover status in Europe.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces lead times and costs for metal-finished 3D printed components by offering Europe's first dedicated metal coating facility for AM parts, eliminating the need for separate plating vendors and ensuring quality consistency.
How They Differentiate
Specializes exclusively in metal coating for AM parts vs. general 3D printing services; offers combined plating and printing under one roof, reducing supply chain complexity for customers.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Companies requiring metal-coated 3D printed parts for one-off projects or small lot production runs
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Motorsport; Jewellery; Architectural; Consumer Products; Design and Art
Competitors
3D Systems (On Demand Manufacturing); Protolabs (Finishing Services); Materialise (3D Printing Services)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
3DDC has acquired the first Prodways ProMaker P1000 SLS 3D printer in the UK, adding to its roster of high-detail polymer parts alongside its metal electro-coating process.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2007; First European metal coating facility for AM parts established; Expanded from motorsport to aerospace, automotive, and other industries
Notable Customers
Formula One teams; Aerospace companies; Automotive manufacturers