Keene Village Plastics
Manufactures high-quality thermoplastic welding rods and 3D printing filaments using precision polymer extrusion.
- CEO / Founder
- Jim Keene
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Keene Family of Companies, 3D Systems
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing filaments (ABS, PLA, PETG) and thermoplastic welding rods. Offers custom extrusion services.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary precision polymer extrusion process utilizing laser micrometers for near-perfect diameter consistency; 500,000kg annual capacity across 15 lines enables rapid scaling for OEM/white-label partners.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces material defects in FDM/FFF printing by providing precision-engineered filaments with near-perfect consistency via laser micrometers and 150+ color options.
How They Differentiate
Maintains 500,000kg annual capacity with 15 lines and laser micrometer precision, offering 150+ colors and custom Pantone matching which exceeds standard commodity filament consistency.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printer companies, thermoplastic welding users, desktop/hobbyist printer firms
Industry Verticals
3D printing; Construction; Thermoplastic welding
Competitors
ColorFabb, eSUN, Shenzhen Esun Industrial
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
500,000kg annual capacity; 15 production lines; 150+ colors/effects; 20+ materials.
Major Milestones
2004: Core business founded as Village Plastics; 2013: Acquired by 3D Systems; 2016: Exited consumer market; 2017: Acquired by Keene Family of Companies
Notable Customers
MakerBot; 3D Systems