Multitrade 3D Systems
Distributes and supports metal additive manufacturing systems (LPBF, DED, WAAM, Binder Jetting) and post-processing equipment across Sub-Saharan Africa, enabling local manufacturers to adopt advanced 3D printing for tooling, jigs, fixtures, and end-use parts.
- CEO / Founder
- Pamela van Jaarsveld
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Established
- Total Funding
- $20.5M
- Key Investors
- Not specified in sources
Technology & Products
Key Products
Colibrium Additive LPBF systems; MX3D Robotic WAAM systems; Meltio DED/LMD systems; AMAZEMET rePowder, inFurner, safeEtch post-processing equipment; Incus vat polymerisation systems
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Exclusive sales partnerships with GE Additive (South Africa), MX3D (Sub-Saharan Africa), Meltio (Sub-Saharan Africa), and AMAZEMET (Sub-Saharan Africa) provide a defensible network effect and local market lock-in.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides comprehensive metal AM solutions with local support, reducing lead times and costs for complex part production while offering competitive pricing tailored to the African market.
How They Differentiate
Focuses exclusively on Sub-Saharan Africa with local stock, support, and tailored pricing, unlike global OEMs that rely on distant distributors; offers a broader metal AM technology portfolio (LPBF, DED, WAAM, Binder Jetting) than single-technology competitors.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturers in Sub-Saharan Africa seeking metal AM solutions for industrial applications
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense; Automotive; Industrial Manufacturing; Tooling
Competitors
3D Systems (distribution arm in Africa); EOS (local distributors); Trumpf (regional sales partners)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Distributes and supports metal additive manufacturing systems across Sub-Saharan Africa, enabling local manufacturers to adopt advanced 3D printing for tooling, jigs, fixtures, and end-use parts
Major Milestones
Became official reseller for MX3D in Sub-Saharan Africa (2024); Became reseller of AMAZEMET equipment for Sub-Saharan Africa (2023); Appointed as Meltio's official sales partner for Sub-Saharan Africa; Showcased at Machine Tools Africa 2024
Notable Customers
Aerosud Aviation, Denel Aeronautics, Rheinmetall Denel Munition, South African National Space Agency (SANSA), University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)