AME-3D
Specializes in 3D printing, prototyping, and low-volume production services using SLA, SLS, MJF, and LCD technologies.
- CEO / Founder
- Jamie Corden
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $950K
- Latest Round
- Venture Round
- Key Investors
- NPIF-Mercia Equity Finance
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, FDM, LCD); Vacuum casting; Reaction injection moulding (RIM); Engineering design / NPD / DFM; Reverse engineering; Rapid prototyping; Low-volume production; CAD reviews; Resin/powder selection; Finishing options; Windform composite materials
Technological Advantage
Utilizes high-resolution Viper and SLA 3500 systems with Xtreme resins; advantage is based on the deep technical expertise of early hires in finishing and casting.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides high-quality rapid prototyping and low-volume production with a focus on craftsmanship and experience, enabling on-demand manufacturing and supply chain resilience.
How They Differentiate
Stands out from crowded UK service bureaus through 20+ years of engineering design and rapid prototyping experience, focusing on part quality and craftsmanship.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
UK manufacturers, engineers, and industrial product designers requiring prototyping and low-volume production.
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Medical; Subsea; Aerospace; Consumer products; Industrial manufacturing; Film & TV
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
First investment >£600k north; expanding rapid prototyping market share via dedicated brand; gained VAX as customer during pandemic.
Major Milestones
Core business founded in 1996; Launched AME-3D brand in 2016; Secured equity investment (NPIF-Mercia / 2021-cited growth capital); ISO 9001:2015 certified; Jamie Corden appointed Sales & Marketing Director (~2025) then promoted to CEO (Apr 2026); Daniel Morris promoted to Operations Director (Apr 2026); Windform composites partnership with CRP Technology (Jan 2026)
Notable Customers
VAX; Unilever; Jaguar; McLaren; Hornby; LoadHog; Iceotope; Magtec; Harvest Healthcare; Blueprint Subsea; Pandrol; NIDEC; Promethean