Philips
Philips Fixables is a digital library of open-access 3D printable files that enables consumers to create replacement and custom parts for personal care products, enhancing sustainability through on-demand production.
- CEO / Founder
- Roy Jakobs
- Team Size
- 10000+
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
- Latest Round
- IPO
- Key Investors
- Exor N.V., BlackRock, Inc., Artisan Partners Limited Partnership, The Vanguard Group, Norges Bank Investment Management
Technology & Products
Key Products
Image-guided therapy, interventional imaging systems, smart devices, software and services for complex medical procedures.
Technological Advantage
Leverages a global network of 3D printer users to create a decentralized and sustainable supply chain for spare parts.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Extends product life and reduces waste by providing on-demand, customized replacement parts, empowering customers with sustainable repair and customization solutions.
How They Differentiate
Embraces an open-source model that fosters community engagement and offers on-demand, customized repair solutions, unlike traditional mass manufacturing approaches.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Consumers owning Philips personal care products and 3D printing enthusiasts
Industry Verticals
Consumer Electronics, Personal Care, Additive Manufacturing, HealthTech
Competitors
Procter & Gamble; Panasonic; Spectrum Brands
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Measured by community engagement, digital file downloads, and expansion of the parts library
Major Milestones
Launch of Philips Fixables pilot program, Partnership with Prusa Research, Expansion of digital file library for personal care product parts
Notable Customers
Philips product owners; 3D printing enthusiasts