Chemets
Provides comprehensive 3D printing services and prototyping solutions across multiple technologies (SLA, 3D SAND/Binder Jetting, PolyJet, PMMA+WAX, PBF, LPBF, FDM) for industrial clients, enabling 8x faster product implementation to market.
- CEO / Founder
- Barbara Wilkesmann Hočevar
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Established
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Comprehensive 3D printing services including prototypes, spare parts, assemblies, and series production of innovative products.
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Multi-technology service platform (SLA, DLP, SLS, MJF, FDM) combined with traditional manufacturing (CNC, vacuum casting) enables optimal process selection for each project. Defensible through long-term regional expertise and partnerships rather than patents.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces product development lead times by up to 8x through technology-neutral expertise across all major 3D printing processes, offering cost-efficient prototyping and small-batch production with temperature-resistant materials (220°C+).
How They Differentiate
As a service provider, differentiates through being the first and most comprehensive 3D printing service center in the Adriatic region with 30+ years of experience, offering technology-neutral consulting across all major AM processes rather than being tied to specific hardware.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial companies, developers, and innovators requiring rapid prototyping and functional parts
Industry Verticals
Foundry; Steel; Packaging; General industrial manufacturing
Competitors
Artis, Hydrogen First, Baglioni
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Over 500 completed projects annually.
Major Milestones
1994: Company founded; 2006: Began operating as technology-neutral development center; Acquired first professional 3D printer in Slovenia; 2024: Celebrated 30th anniversary; Strategic shift to 3D printing services as core business
Notable Customers
Not publicly disclosed.