innovatiQ
German RepRap, now operating as innovatiQ GmbH + Co KG, develops and manufactures industrial 3D printers and materials for additive manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Thomas Liratsch, Jörg Hares
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $1.19M
- Latest Round
- Series A
- Key Investors
- BayBG
Technology & Products
Key Products
TiQ 5 (formerly German RepRap X500), TiQ 2, LiQ 320 (Silicone 3D Printer)
Technological Advantage
The company's primary advantage lies in its specialized LAM technology for silicone printing and its history of producing large-format, industrial-grade FFF printers at a competitive price point. The acquisition by Arburg provided significant resources and industry expertise, although this advantage is diminished by Arburg's planned market exit.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides high-quality, reliable, and versatile industrial-grade 3D printing solutions with a focus on open-source technology, offering a balance of performance and affordability. They specialize in both Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) and Liquid Additive Manufacturing (LAM) for materials like silicone.
How They Differentiate
German RepRap differentiated itself through its focus on industrial-grade, large-format 3D printers based on open-source technology, offering a balance of performance and affordability.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, engineers, designers, and small to medium-sized enterprises requiring prototyping, tooling, and small-series production.
Industry Verticals
Automotive, Aerospace, Medical Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Prototyping and Tooling
Competitors
Ultimaker; MakerBot; Formlabs
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
2010: Company founded as German RepRap Foundation (GRRF)., 2017: Raised a Series A funding round., 2020: Acquired by the owners of Arburg., 2020: Rebranded as innovatiQ GmbH + Co KG.
Notable Customers
Not publicly available