FabriAI
Japanese software company developing a desktop application for manufacturing workers to design 3D-printable jigs and fixtures without CAD expertise.
- CEO / Founder
- Ryo Akashi
- Stage
- Early Stage
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Igniform — desktop application for 3D-printable jig and fixture design; features include template-based design (8 templates), Photo-to-STL (2.5D shape extraction from photos), printability check, build time/material estimation, label engraving, and fully offline/on-premises operation.
Technological Advantage
Fully offline/on-premises operation (no cloud data transmission); CAD-free template-based design with 8 jig types; Photo-to-STL for rapid 2.5D shape extraction; printability check with auto-correction; build time and material estimation built-in.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables manufacturing shop-floor workers to design 3D-printable jigs and fixtures without CAD skills, using an offline on-premises desktop application that keeps sensitive design data secure.
How They Differentiate
Unlike general-purpose CAD software, Igniform is purpose-built for jig/fixture design with no CAD learning curve, operates fully offline (addressing data security concerns in manufacturing), and includes unique Photo-to-STL functionality for quick 2.5D shape extraction from photographs.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturing shop-floor workers and production engineers at factories seeking to in-source jig and fixture production via 3D printing.
Industry Verticals
Manufacturing; Automotive; Industrial equipment; General production
Competitors
General-purpose CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks) used for jig design; nTop (generative design for AM); Siemens NX AM capabilities
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
2025-12: Company founded; 2026-02: Igniform alpha release to limited partners; 2026-06: Igniform V1.0.0 general release planned; 2026-07-01: Commercial launch of Igniform via Japan 3D Printer Inc.