GECKO 3D
Formulates and sells alternative materials and consumables for professional 3D printing users, offering up to 40% cost savings through refill systems and cartridge reuse.
- CEO / Founder
- Jens Klingemann
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.2M
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- BPI France, Nouvelle-Aquitaine Investissement
Technology & Products
Key Products
Refill materials compatible with 3D Systems printers; Consumables for FDM, CJP, and SLA technologies
Technological Advantage
Proprietary material formulations compatible with major OEM printers (e.g., 3D Systems), enabling significant cost savings without requiring printer modifications.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces consumables costs by up to 40% compared to OEM products while promoting eco-friendliness through refill systems and cartridge reuse.
How They Differentiate
Offers up to 40% lower-cost alternative materials compared to OEM suppliers like 3D Systems, with refill systems that reduce consumables expenses and environmental impact.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Professional 3D printing users seeking affordable alternatives to OEM materials
Industry Verticals
Professional 3D printing
Competitors
3D Systems; EnvisionTEC
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2024 revenue €4.5M (45% YoY growth); 30k+ cartridges sold annually
Major Milestones
Founded in 2018; Launched first product line of professional 3D printing materials in 2019; Expanded distribution network across Europe in 2020; Introduced high-temperature resistant materials in 2021; Partnered with major 3D printer manufacturers in 2022
Notable Customers
Airbus, Safran, Thales Group, Renault