Discovery 3D Printer
Develops large-format industrial 3D printers using FDM and direct pellet extrusion (FGF) technologies, offering customized solutions for manufacturing large parts, molds, and prototypes with high-performance thermoplastics.
- CEO / Founder
- Francisco Bárcenas Bellón
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Discovery 3D Printer (FFF/FDM); Super Discovery 3D Printer (FGF/direct pellet extrusion); Super Discovery 3D Printer Workstation (FDM+FGF+post-processing)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary direct pellet extrusion technology enables faster printing speeds and lower material costs for large parts compared to filament-based systems, with build volumes customizable up to 1300×2500×1000 mm.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces production costs by up to 70% for large prototypes and parts compared to traditional subcontracting, while offering fully customizable build volumes and dual-material capabilities for industrial applications.
How They Differentiate
Offers fully customizable build volumes and hybrid FDM/FGF technology at lower price points than competitors, with 100% Spanish manufacturing and direct pellet extrusion for cost-effective large-part production.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, shipbuilding companies, automotive research facilities, and design studios requiring large-format additive manufacturing capabilities.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense; Automotive; Marine/Shipbuilding; Industrial Manufacturing; Design/Entertainment
Competitors
BigRep; CEAD; Massivit 3D
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Printers present in 12 countries; doubled facilities in 2020; expanded distribution internationally in 2019.
Major Milestones
2014: First Discovery 3D Printer developed; 2015: Media launch of products; Partnership with Navantia for 3D Cabins project; Distribution agreement with Sicnova
Notable Customers
Navantia; Renault (via Integral 3D Printing); Studio Artéfact (Canada); BSH Group; Design Institute for Automated Manufacturing and Production (IDF-UPV)