Fictiv

PlatformSan Francisco, California, USAFounded 2013· One of 204 Platform companies tracked by AMPulse

AI-powered global manufacturing and supply chain platform offering on-demand custom mechanical components through a network of vetted manufacturing partners. Now part of MISUMI Group.

CEO / Founder: Dave Evans
Team Size: 201-500
Stage: Acquired
Total Funding: $192M
Latest Round: Series E
Key Investors: Accel, Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ), Bill Gates, G2 Venture Partners, Standard Investments, 40 North Ventures, Honeywell, Activate Capital, Angeleno Group, Cross Creek, The Westly Group

Technology & Products

Key Products

On-Demand CNC Machining, Injection Molding Services, 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Urethane Casting, AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform, Manufacturing Network Management, Quality Assurance & Inspection

Technological Advantage

Proprietary algorithms and operational processes that ensure robust quality control and flexible manufacturing scalability.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Improves speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness in custom part manufacturing through AI-powered instant quoting, DFM feedback, and end-to-end digital order tracking.

How They Differentiate

Highly vetted manufacturer network, transparent digital workflow, and strategic integration post-MISUMI acquisition provide a robust competitive edge.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Engineering and supply chain organizations requiring on-demand custom mechanical components including CNC machined parts, injection molded parts, 3D printed parts, and sheet metal fabrication.

Industry Verticals

Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Consumer Products, Medical Devices, Robotics, Industrial Equipment

Competitors

Xometry; Protolabs; Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs)

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Acquired by MISUMI Group (TSE: 9962) for $350 million all-cash in June 2025. Previously raised $100M Series E in May 2022. Operates global manufacturing network across US, China, India, and other regions.

Major Milestones

2013: Founded in San Francisco, California, 2019: Raised $33M Series C, 2021: Raised $65M Series D, 2022 May: Raised $100M Series E, 2025 Apr: Announced acquisition by MISUMI Group for $350M, 2025 Jun: Officially joined MISUMI Group to build global manufacturing platform

Notable Customers

NASA", "Ford", "Honeywell", "BMW", "Intuitive Surgical", "Tesla", "SpaceX", "Major aerospace and automotive OEMs

https://www.fictiv.com

Official records

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Why this company matters

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Fictiv operates as a digital manufacturing platform that bridges the gap between product design and production. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company uses proprietary algorithms to offer instant quoting, automated DFM feedback, and end-to-end order tracking for custom mechanical components. Its model aggregates capacity from a curated network of manufacturing partners across the US, China, India, and other regions, enabling on-demand production without requiring buyers to manage individual supplier relationships.

The platform covers CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, urethane casting, and additive manufacturing for both polymer and metal parts. Engineers upload CAD files and receive real-time manufacturability analysis and pricing, then track orders through a unified digital workflow. Fictiv also provides quality assurance and inspection services, positioning itself as a full-service alternative to traditional procurement for low-to-mid volume production runs.

Fictiv's customer base spans aerospace and defense, automotive, medical devices, robotics, and industrial equipment. Named customers include NASA, Ford, Honeywell, BMW, Intuitive Surgical, Tesla, and SpaceX. The company competes directly with Xometry, Protolabs, and Hubs, differentiating through a highly vetted partner network and transparent digital processes. In June 2025, Fictiv was acquired by MISUMI Group for $350 million in an all-cash deal, integrating its platform into MISUMI's broader industrial supply chain.

The acquisition by MISUMI provides Fictiv with access to a large existing customer base and global distribution infrastructure, potentially accelerating its reach beyond the startup-heavy engineering segment. However, the platform faces ongoing competitive pressure from Xometry's AI quoting and Protolabs' automated manufacturing cells. Fictiv's ability to maintain its brand and platform autonomy within MISUMI will determine whether it can continue to attract independent engineering teams alongside its new parent's traditional catalog business.