ProtoBear
Helps inventors and businesses turn ideas into physical products through integrated design, prototyping, manufacturing, and IP development services since 2016
- CEO / Founder
- Adam Zimmer
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Established
Technology & Products
Key Products
Design & Engineering; Prototyping & Testing; Intellectual Property Development; 3D Scanning Services & Sales (Artec systems); Manufacturing (low-rate and full-rate); Packaging; Marketing support
Technological Advantage
Proprietary approach to product development that incorporates patentability analysis early in the design process, reducing IP risks and accelerating time-to-market
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Accelerates product development by combining expert design, prototyping, and manufacturing with IP protection strategy, guiding inventors from concept to production with patent-defensible designs
How They Differentiate
Unique integration of product development with IP strategy from patent examiner background, supporting inventors through entire journey from concept to production with focus on creating patentable designs
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Individuals, startups, and small-to-medium businesses needing product development from concept to production
Industry Verticals
General Manufacturing; Product Development; Prototyping; Invention Services
Competitors
The 3D Printing Store; Avail Creative; Visser Precision
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Company specializes in taking products from sketch to low-rate production, with founder having patent examiner background
Major Milestones
Founded in 2016 as Denver 3D Print Company; Received Most Outstanding 3D Printing Services Provider 2019 - Colorado award; Developed Project Mold for silicone mold making; Rebranded to ProtoBear in June 2026