3DPrintWorks
Manufactures quality 3D printing filament in the UK, offering a range of unique filament options including PLA, ABS, and other materials for industrial and professional applications.
- CEO / Founder
- John McFarlane
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
PLA filament; ABS filament; Other unique filament options
Technological Advantage
Local production reduces supply chain risks and lead times for UK customers; proprietary filament formulations may offer enhanced properties
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides locally manufactured, quality-controlled filament with unique material options, reducing dependency on imports and ensuring consistent performance for UK-based 3D printing operations.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on filament manufacturing rather than just printing services; UK-based production offers logistical advantages over import-dependent competitors
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial and professional 3D printing users requiring high-quality filament
Industry Verticals
Industrial Manufacturing; Professional 3D Printing
Competitors
Craftcloud; Europac3D; Flex 3D; Henley Print3D; LBFG; Rigid Prints
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has 444 followers on LinkedIn and 2,415 followers on Instagram, indicating social media presence and engagement. It offers a range of filament products including PLA, ABS, Yogaflex, Vanish, and Mica, and has expanded into 3D printing services in Edinburgh and throughout the UK and Europe. However, a note on their website states they no longer manufacture 3D printing filament, suggesting a shift or reduction in that aspect of operations.
Major Milestones
Founded in September 2013