J 3D
Provides metal 3D printing contract manufacturing services using EOS LPBF systems for die-casting molds, aerospace prototypes, and complex industrial components
- CEO / Founder
- 高関 二三男
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
Metal 3D printing contract manufacturing; Reverse engineering with 3D scanning; Die-casting mold production with conformal cooling; Rapid prototyping services
Technological Advantage
Proprietary expertise in metal LPBF process optimization for industrial applications, particularly for aluminum alloys, maraging steel, and Inconel 718 materials
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces lead times for complex metal parts from months to weeks, enables mold-free casting production, and provides cost-effective customization for low-volume manufacturing
How They Differentiate
Specializes exclusively in metal 3D printing services with focus on die-casting mold applications, offering ultra-short lead times compared to traditional manufacturing methods
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturing companies in automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors requiring rapid prototyping and production parts
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Aerospace; Industrial Manufacturing; Tooling
Competitors
3D Systems (metal AM service bureau); Proto Labs (metal AM service bureau); Sodick (metal AM service bureau in Japan)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Expanded to 4 metal 3D printers and 1 resin 3D printer; established a Kanto sales office in 2015
Major Milestones
Founded as Japan's first specialized metal 3D printing contract service company (2013); Won 1 public bid contract in past year; Conducted industry site visits demonstrating metal/resin 3D printing and reverse engineering (2016)
Notable Customers
Unnamed automotive company (Company A)