Kraftwurx
On-demand 3D printing platform connecting users to a global network of 125+ manufacturing facilities, enabling custom product creation and production across 85+ materials.
- CEO / Founder
- Chris Norman
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $420K
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Aubree Arias; Catalyst Partners
Technology & Products
Key Products
Digital Factory software for 3D model stores and e-commerce; On-demand 3D printing network; 3D design services; Worldwide shipping
Technological Advantage
Digital Factory software enables in-browser 3D design and customization, integrated with a global production network; claimed lowest carbon footprint in manufacturing due to localized production.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces carbon footprint by enabling local production (often within the customer's city/state), cutting transportation costs by up to 60% and lead times from weeks to days compared to traditional centralized manufacturing.
How They Differentiate
Larger material selection (85+ vs typical 50-60) and distributed network of 125+ facilities enable faster local production, reducing shipping costs by 40-60% compared to centralized competitors like Shapeways.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Designers, engineers, and businesses seeking custom 3D printed products
Industry Verticals
Consumer Products; Prototyping; Manufacturing
Competitors
Shapeways; 3D Systems; Stratasys
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Network expanded to 125+ production facilities worldwide; offers 85+ materials (industry-leading selection).
Major Milestones
Founded in 2011; Launched Digital Factory software in 2006; Expanded to 125+ global production facilities