KNARR Group
Provides standard parts and custom tooling for mold making, including 3D printing services, to reduce lead times and costs in industrial manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Rainer Knarr
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- No known external funding rounds
Technology & Products
Key Products
Standard parts for tools and molds; Custom special parts via turning, grinding, EDM, micro machining; 3D printing services; CAD libraries (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks)
Technological Advantage
In-house manufacturing capacity and 3D printing integration allow quick handling of individual requirements, reducing dependency on external suppliers.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces tooling production costs and lead times through in-house manufacturing and 3D printing capabilities, enabling faster turnaround for custom parts.
How They Differentiate
Full-service supplier for tool and mould making with comprehensive in-house manufacturing capacity, high-quality products with in-stock availability, and integrated 3D printing services. Quality, performance, and service are core principles.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Tool and mold manufacturers in plastics injection molding and related industries.
Industry Verticals
Tool and Mold Making; Plastics Injection Molding; Automation; Industrial Manufacturing
Competitors
Protolabs; Xometry; Hubs
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Founded in 1994 as Rainer Knarr Handelsvertretung, employed 35 people by 2002, expanded facilities in 2001, launched e-business and shop.knarr.com later, operates KNARR Formtechnik GmbH, holds patents such as stepless ejector sleeves up to 1000 mm, balance sheet total of 20 M € in 2023 with a -6.7% difference compared to previous year.
Major Milestones
Founded in 1994; Expanded to multiple sites in Germany and Portugal; Partnership with ISTMA for global tooling industry collaboration
Notable Customers
FU-KS Formenbau