Biesterfeld
Biesterfeld SE is a family-owned distributor of polymers, rubber, and specialty chemicals headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, that also distributes additive manufacturing materials and industrial 3D printing systems from partners such as Lynxter, Roboze, and Dyemansion.
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. Stephan Glander
- Team Size
- 1001-5000
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Distribution of Lynxter industrial liquid silicone/polyurethane 3D printers (S300X-LIQ21/LIQ11), Roboze high-performance polymer 3D printing systems, Dyemansion post-processing solutions, plus broader polymer, rubber, and specialty chemical distribution across multiple business units (Standard Polymers, Engineered Polymers, Performance Polymers, HealthCare, Consumer, Industrial, Rubber).
Technological Advantage
Long-standing (120-year) materials distribution network across 50+ locations in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa, combined with technical application laboratories and exclusive regional distribution agreements for niche AM technologies (elastomer/silicone 3D printing).
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides market access, technical application support, and materials expertise for polymer and elastomer 3D printing technologies to manufacturers in regulated and innovation-focused industries.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on niche, application-grade elastomer and silicone 3D printing materials/systems (RTV2/LSR silicones) that Biesterfeld states are largely unavailable from other distributors, layered onto a century-old chemical distribution network and technical support infrastructure.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in defense, medical technology, aerospace, automotive, and industrial tooling seeking distribution and technical support for polymer/elastomer 3D printing materials and systems.
Industry Verticals
Composites & Tooling, Defense/Security, Medical Technology, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Adhesives & Sealants, Coatings & Construction, Electronics, Packaging, Pharma & Healthcare
Competitors
Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH; Barentz; Univar Solutions
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Annual revenue of €1.29 billion (FY2024); more than 1,100 employees across 50+ locations in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa
Major Milestones
1906: Founded in Hamburg as W. Biesterfeld & Co.; 2013: HANNOVER Finanz Group takes 28.6% minority stake; ~2024: Biesterfeld Group buys back all shares from HANNOVER Finanz, returning to full family ownership; 2023 (April): Dr. Stephan Glander becomes CEO; 2024: Lynxter partnership begins in Norway; 2026 (March): Lynxter partnership expands to DACH region
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Funding rounds
- Minority InvestmentUndisclosed (28.6% minority stake)2013-01Lead: HANNOVER Finanz Group · Source: biesterfeld.com / k-online.com