Imprimere AG
Large-format 3D concrete printers with fully automated reinforcement insertion system enabling rapid production of buildings, structural components, and architectural elements from digital models.
- CEO / Founder
- Simon Steiner
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
BIG 3D-Printer 1063 (large-format concrete printer); BIG 3D-Printer 2156 (extended-format concrete printer); IMP-MIX (concrete printing system); Mobile 3D concrete printers; Automation systems for reinforcement insertion
Technological Advantage
Proprietary automatic reinforcement integration eliminates labor-intensive manual processes; patent WO2016166116A1 covers concrete printer with automated reinforcement system; process automation reduces human error and enables 24/7 operation; unique capabilities in combining complex geometry printing with embedded reinforcement in single pass.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Eliminates manual formwork and reinforcement processes; reduces construction time from months to weeks; enables complex geometries without waste; automatic reinforcement integration (industry first); full process digitalization and documentation; production of custom components and small-series fabrication economically viable.
How They Differentiate
Only competitor with fully automatic reinforcement insertion integrated into printing process; larger build envelope than most competitors (1063 model); established market presence since 2015 with documented customer installations; patent protection for reinforcement automation; focus on large-format industrial-scale printers vs entry-level solutions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Construction contractors, architects, structural engineers, building developers, municipalities
Industry Verticals
Construction; Architecture; Heavy-duty manufacturing; Prefabrication
Competitors
COBOD International A/S (BOD2 system); ICON (Titan program, US-based); Contour Crafting (California-based robotic extrusion); XtreeE (France-based); Apis Cor (Russia-based mobile 3D printing); MudBots (US-based entry-level 3D concrete printers)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2 employees at Imprimere AG; 3 additional staff from parent company Niederberger Engineering AG supporting operations; approximately 5-person team total; reported revenue ~$155K (modeled, likely low due to manufacturing cycle times and large equipment scale); focused on custom-order, high-value sales model vs volume.
Major Milestones
February 2015: Imprimere AG founded with investor support; 2015: Know-how transfer from Niederberger Engineering AG 3D printing division; 2016: First commercial sale (multiple 1063 printers to Italian contractor); 2016-present: Market development in 3D concrete printing for construction
Notable Customers
Italian construction company (purchased multiple 1063 printers, 2016); COBOD Partnership (mentioned in 2015/2016 articles)