Additive-X
A UK-based one-stop shop and reseller of 3D printers, scanners, software, and materials from leading brands, providing tailored solutions, consultation, training, and support for professional, industrial, and educational clients.
- CEO / Founder
- Jo Young
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
Additive-X offers a comprehensive range of FFF, Metal FFF, SLS, and SLA 3D printing technologies, alongside technical support and printing services.
Technological Advantage
The company's key advantage is its extensive experience and comprehensive service model. It combines a wide portfolio of leading 3D printing technologies with in-house expertise for support, training, and maintenance, offering a complete and reliable solution.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Providing comprehensive and impartial 3D printing solutions by leveraging over 30 years of industry experience to help customers select the right technology for their specific application, thereby boosting productivity and innovation.
How They Differentiate
Additive-X differentiates through its 30+ year history, a broader range of technologies (from desktop to industrial metal), and a strong emphasis on customer support and training, positioning itself as a trusted advisor rather than just a hardware vendor.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Engineers, designers, manufacturers, and educational institutions in the UK seeking to adopt or expand their additive manufacturing capabilities.
Industry Verticals
["Manufacturing","Engineering","Automotive","Aerospace","Education","Medical"]
Competitors
Purple Platypus, D2M Solutions
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has grown organically since 1988, successfully rebranding from Express Group and its GoPrint3D division to Additive-X in 2020 to consolidate its focus on the additive manufacturing market.
Major Milestones
["1988: Company founded as Express Terminals (2D printer repair)","2012: Launched GoPrint3D as a dedicated AM division","2014: Partnered with Formlabs for European market entry","2020: Express Group and GoPrint3D merge and rebrand as Additive-X to unify AM services"]
Notable Customers
Nestle; Unilever; BAE Systems; The British Museum; University of Sheffield; NHS