Plottwerk
Full-service provider for digital product development, rapid prototyping, and 3D manufacturing, specializing in 3D printing of wax models for investment casting and high-quality jewelry production.
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. Christian Hinke
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Established
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing of wax models for investment casting; Digital product development; Rapid prototyping; CAD design; Contract manufacturing
Technological Advantage
Specialized focus on 3D printing wax models for investment casting, allowing production of intricate jewelry and industrial parts with high precision; advantage is replicable but supported by in-house craftsmanship integration.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Offers a complete in-house value chain from product idea to finished product, combining future-oriented 3D printing technology with traditional craftsmanship to reduce lead times and enable complex designs for investment casting.
How They Differentiate
Specializes in 3D printing wax models for investment casting, particularly for jewelry, whereas competitors like Xometry and Protolabs offer broader manufacturing services (CNC, injection molding) without this niche focus; provides full in-house service from design to production.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Trade, industry, and jewelry manufacturers requiring end-to-end digital product development and additive manufacturing services.
Industry Verticals
Jewelry; Industrial manufacturing; Precision casting
Competitors
Xometry; Protolabs; Hubs
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Classified as a small company; listed among German additive manufacturing firms as of 2017.