SimpNeed
A leading cloud-based 3D printing service platform (branded as 'Xiangpini 3D') that provides an integrated digital pipeline for automated quotation, model optimization, and high-end additive manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Jinlong Yan
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $10M
- Latest Round
- Series A
- Key Investors
- Private Individuals
Technology & Products
Key Products
SimpNeed (branded as 'Xiangpini 3D') is a cloud-based 3D printing service platform offering an integrated digital pipeline for automated quotation, model optimization, and high-end additive manufacturing. They provide comprehensive solutions including 3D printers (SLM metal printing, SLA, DLP, LCD, FDM), 3D printing software, 3D printing materials, and integrated cloud 3D printing design and on-demand customization services, as well as portrait, industrial, and desktop 3D scanners. The company has made breakthroughs in industrial additive manufacturing and high-temperature material solutions, enabling the 3D printing of tungsten alloy components capable of withstanding temperatures over 1200°C.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary geometry analysis algorithms for instant, high-precision automated quotation and automated file error detection, significantly lowering the barrier for complex 3D printing projects.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Streamlines the transition from 3D design to physical production through a seamless cloud interface, reducing lead times with automated instant quoting and professional model repair services.
How They Differentiate
SimpNeed differentiates itself through its powerful 3D digital technology, market-oriented approach, and focus on integrating technical resources to offer comprehensive solutions like industrial high-precision scanning, color portrait rapid scanning, and civilian desktop scanning. They also have an academic-industrial collaboration model, proprietary automated geometry analysis, and quotation algorithms via its 'Xiangpini' cloud platform, and breakthroughs in high-temperature material solutions, enabling the 3D printing of tungsten alloy components capable of withstanding temperatures over 1200°C.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial designers, automotive and aerospace engineers, medical researchers, SMEs requiring rapid prototyping, and cultural/creative industries.
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace & Aviation","Automotive Engineering","Medical & Healthcare (Custom Implants/Guides)","Education & STEM Research","Cultural & Creative Industries (IP/Personalized Gifts)","Industrial Manufacturing"]
Competitors
Mohou
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Maintains a nationwide service network in major industrial hubs and holds National High-Tech Enterprise status in China.
Major Milestones
["Founded in Beijing in 2014 focusing on cloud-based 3D printing.","Launch of the 'Xiangpini' (橡皮泥) automated quotation and 3D design platform.","Certified as a National High-Tech Enterprise in China.","Featured on National CCTV News (CCTV-13 and CCTV-2) for leadership in the domestic 3D printing industry.","Established manufacturing and design centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Xi'an."]
Notable Customers
Featured on CCTV News for breakthroughs in industrial additive manufacturing.