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3DXTECH

MaterialsGrand Rapids, Michigan, USAFounded 2014· One of 884 Materials companies tracked by AMPulse

Manufactures advanced polymer filaments for FDM/FFF 3D printing, targeting difficult end-use applications in aerospace, automotive, defense, and electronics with materials like PEEK, PEKK, PEI Ultem, and carbon fiber composites.

CEO / Founder
Matthew Howlett
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$350K
Latest Round
Acquired
Key Investors
CORE Industrial Partners

Technology & Products

Key Products

CarbonX PC+CF Filament; FIBREX Nylon PA6+GF30; 3DXMAX PC; ThermaX PPS; SimuBone Bone Modeling Filament; ESD-safe filaments; Flame retardant filaments; PEEK, PEKK, PEI Ultem grades

Technological Advantage

Claims to be the leading supplier of ultra-polymer 3D printing filaments globally, with over 25 years of experience in high-performance thermoplastics; verified advantage includes a broad material range from ABS to PEEK, supported by a large-scale US production facility.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces production costs and lead times for jigs, fixtures, and end-use parts by 40-60% compared to traditional manufacturing, while enabling on-demand production and supply chain agility with materials that meet stringent performance standards.

How They Differentiate

Offers 3x wider material range than generic filament suppliers (ABS to PEEK vs. basic PLA/ABS), with a focus on Made in USA production and custom formulations through the 'Pellet to Part' program, unlike off-the-shelf competitors.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

OEMs, engineers, and manufacturers requiring high-performance, functional parts for industrial applications

Industry Verticals

Aerospace; Automotive; Defense; Electronics; Energy; Semiconductors; Medical

Competitors

Arkema; Stratasys; Evonik Industries AG

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Revenue estimated at $3.5M annually with 34 employees; operates a 68,000 ft² manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Major Milestones

Founded in 2014; Acquired by CORE Industrial Partners in 2021; Launched 'Pellet to Part' program for OEM custom filament development; Expanded product portfolio to include PEEK, PEKK, and ESD-safe materials