Fusion3
Fusion3 manufactures professional FDM 3D printers designed for speed, quality, and reliability, capable of handling high-temperature and engineering-grade materials.
- CEO / Founder
- Kate Padgett
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $25K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Innovation Fund of North Carolina
Technology & Products
Key Products
["EDGE 3D printer","F200 3D printer","F410 3D printer"]
Technological Advantage
By providing industrial-grade features at a more affordable price, they target a segment of the market that needs high-performance 3D printing without the cost of traditional industrial machines.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Affordable, high-performance 3D printers that offer industrial-grade capabilities at a lower price point, with a focus on speed, print quality, and durability.
How They Differentiate
Fusion3 differentiates itself through its focus on speed, reliability, and the ability to print with a wide range of engineering-grade materials. Their printers are also manufactured in the USA.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Businesses and educational institutions
Industry Verticals
["Manufacturing","Aerospace","Automotive","Education"]
Competitors
MakerBot; Ultimaker; LulzBot
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Company began production in 2014 without external investment; received a $25,000 grant from the Innovation Fund of North Carolina in 2014 for patent activities and marketing; released EDGE 3D printer priced at $6,999, described as the second 3D printer in its portfolio; EDGE encapsulates nine years of industry experience as of the announcement, with accumulated feedback from thousands of customers; the company has validated its technology through millions of operating hours across its customer base; serves thousands of customers across various industries
Major Milestones
["2013: Company founded.","2014: Began production and received a $25,000 grant from the Innovation Fund of North Carolina.","2022: Launched the EDGE 3D printer.","2024: Launched the F200 3D printer via Kickstarter."]