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HK3D Solutions

ServiceRugby, West Midlands, United KingdomFounded 2009· One of 1982 Service companies tracked by AMPulse

UK-based 3D printing reseller and service provider distributing 3D Systems and Markforged industrial additive manufacturing systems for professional and industrial applications.

CEO / Founder
Martin James Doyle
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
Undisclosed
Latest Round
Acquired

Technology & Products

Key Products

3D Systems ColorJet 3D printers; 3D Systems MultiJet 3D printers; 3D Systems Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) systems; 3D Systems Stereolithography (SLA) systems; 3D Systems Direct Metal 3D printers; 3D Systems consumer and desktop machines; 3D Systems 3D scanning solutions; Markforged plastic and metal additive manufacturing systems

Technological Advantage

Exclusive reseller relationships with 3D Systems and Markforged provide preferred distributor status in UK/Ireland; vertical integration through group subsidiaries (HKEDM for EDM, HK Laser Services) enables multi-technology solution bundles; established market presence and customer relationships since at least 2015.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Single-source access to professional-grade 3D printing systems from tier-1 suppliers (3D Systems, Markforged); comprehensive technical support, service, and training; systems range from affordable desktop machines to large-scale production systems.

How They Differentiate

Integrated offering combining 3D printing resale with in-house CNC machining, wire EDM, and laser services through group subsidiaries; established long-term partnerships with 3D Systems (since at least 2015) and Markforged; regional focus on UK/Ireland market with dedicated technical support and service infrastructure.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Manufacturers, educators, design studios, product development teams

Industry Verticals

Aerospace & Defense; Automotive; Consumer Products; Electronics; Education; Medical Devices; Product Development

Competitors

FDM Digital Solutions (UK-based 3D printing services); Proto Labs (3D printing and CNC services); Stratasys regional resellers (direct competitors in UK market)

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

10-19 employees (per ZoomInfo); £5M-£10M annual revenue (per ZoomInfo, converted from GBP estimate)

Major Milestones

2015: Entered reseller agreement with 3D Systems for UK/Ireland distribution; 2015-2024: Distributed 3D Systems professional and industrial 3D printing systems; Post-2024: Became UK production partner for Markforged metal and plastic AM systems; Acquired by Engineering Technology Group (ETG) from Pexion Group (date unknown, likely 2024-2025)

Notable Customers

3D Systems; Markforged