Makelab
On-demand 3D printing service bureau providing parts, prototypes, and production runs (up to 10,000 units) using MJF, SLA, FDM, and VCJ technologies, with design engineering support.
- CEO / Founder
- Christina Perla
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $75K
- Latest Round
- Seed
Technology & Products
Key Products
On-demand 3D printing services; Design engineering services; Bulk production (50+ units); Large-format printing (up to ~1000 mm); Material selection (15+ materials)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary integration of Vision-Controlled Jetting (VCJ) for real-time, in-process voxel-level control, enhancing reliability for volume manufacturing; verified by customer testimonials citing 5x cost reduction and 80% time savings.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces prototyping costs fivefold and compresses development time from 3–4 months to about a week by offering fast turnaround, expert support, and localized service in NYC and San Francisco.
How They Differentiate
Offers localized service with physical locations in NYC and San Francisco for in-person support, versus purely online platforms like Shapeways; provides design engineering services integrated with printing, unlike broader marketplaces like Craftcloud.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Engineering, product, and supply chain teams at consumer/hardware brands, startups, and enterprises in robotics, medical devices, consumer products, and manufacturing.
Industry Verticals
Robotics/Automation; Medical/Dental; Consumer Products; Hardware/Electronics; Industrial Manufacturing; Architecture; Jewelry; Entertainment
Competitors
Shapeways; MakerVerse; Craftcloud
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Expanded to two locations (Brooklyn and San Francisco); serves 500+ customers; revenue per employee reported as $104.2K.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2015; Expanded to San Francisco location; Secured $75K funding in 2022; Partnered with Onshape for CAD integration; Produced PPE during COVID-19 pandemic
Notable Customers
Peloton; Estee Lauder; Aigen; Lixil; Eaton; AiTA Bio; Judith Leiber; Another Room