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MaterialsGermanyFounded 2009· One of 932 Materials companies tracked by AMPulse

Manufactures generic refill materials and spare parts specifically validated for Stratasys FDM and PolyJet 3D printers, offering up to 50% cost savings compared to OEM materials.

CEO / Founder
Jan Michael Stepper
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Active
Latest Round
Acquired
Key Investors
Stratasys

Technology & Products

Key Products

ABS X-TREME Series for Stratasys FDM printers; Refill materials for Stratasys FDM Dimension/uPrint/Fortus; Refill materials for Stratasys F123 series (F170, F270); Refill support materials for Stratasys/Objet J55 PolyJet printers; Spare parts for Stratasys 3D printers

Technological Advantage

Proprietary material formulations achieve 100% compatibility with Stratasys printers while costing 50% less than OEM materials; advantage is defensible through Stratasys ownership and validation processes.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces material costs by up to 50% while maintaining 100% compatibility with Stratasys printers, enabling significant operational savings without compromising print quality or warranty protection.

How They Differentiate

Focuses exclusively on Stratasys-compatible materials with 50% lower cost and full validation, unlike broader competitors offering generic 3D printing materials or systems.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial users of Stratasys 3D printers (Dimension, uPrint, Fortus, F123 series, Objet J55) seeking cost-effective material alternatives

Industry Verticals

Industrial Manufacturing; Prototyping; Aerospace; Automotive; Medical; Education

Competitors

3D Systems Corporation; Autodesk; EnvisionTEC

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Self-described as 'fast-growing' since 2009 founding.

Major Milestones

Acquired by Stratasys (2021); Expanded specialized material offerings validated for Stratasys 3D printers; Assigned to provide ongoing support for Nexa3D customers post-Stratasys asset acquisition (2025)