Hurco
CNC machine tool maker developing a 3D printing adapter for hybrid additive/subtractive manufacturing on its machining centers, enabling printed features to be machined in a single setup.
- CEO / Founder
- Gregory S. Volovic
- Team Size
- 501-1000
- Stage
- Public
- Latest Round
- Post-IPO
Technology & Products
Key Products
Vertical machining centers; Turning centers; WinMax CNC control software; 3D print head adapter (patent pending, demonstrated at IMTS)
Technological Advantage
Combines additive and subtractive capability in one machine, reducing manual handling and enabling features that are difficult to CNC-machine (deep internal channels, near-net-shape geometry). The IP is protectable via patent application filed in July 2014; however, no granted patent or commercial product has been confirmed, and the technology may be replicable by hybrid machine incumbents like DMG MORI.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables owners of Hurco CNC machines to add 3D printing capability without purchasing a dedicated AM system, reducing capital cost and eliminating part transfer between printer and mill.
How They Differentiate
Unlike DMG MORI/Mazak purpose-built hybrid machines, Hurco's approach retrofits a 3D print head onto its existing CNC machines, potentially lowering upfront cost for existing customers, though it lacks integrated AM-specific process control.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Job shops and production manufacturers in metal cutting industries
Industry Verticals
Industrial; Medical
Competitors
DMG MORI (LASERTEC 3D hybrid machines); Mazak (INTEGREX i-400AM)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue ~$199M (RocketReach); 740+ employees (Zippia); publicly traded on NASDAQ.
Major Milestones
Founded 1968; Filed CNC-based 3D printing U.S. patent application (July 2014); Demonstrated 3D print head at IMTS (2014)
Notable Customers
All Craft Manufacturing