Positron Additive
On-demand 3D printing and prototyping service bureau offering rapid iteration and low-volume batch manufacturing across 7 AM technologies and 35+ material options.
- CEO / Founder
- Abhishek Shete
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Series B
Technology & Products
Key Products
Rapid Prototyping; Low-Volume Batch Manufacturing; Design & DfAM Consulting; Post-Processing & Surface Finishing
Technological Advantage
CLAIMED: Next-day delivery for standard FDM parts, extensive material library, and seamless transition from prototype to batch production. VERIFIED: Authorized partnerships with OEMs like HP (Multi Jet Fusion) and Formlabs (SLA/SLS) guarantee access to certified industrial hardware, validated material properties, and consistent print quality. DEFENSIBLE: Process expertise, localized supply chain agility in India, and integrated DfAM workflow create switching costs for regional clients seeking rapid iteration cycles.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Accelerates product development cycles by delivering industrial-grade prototypes and batch parts in as little as 24 hours, eliminating upfront CapEx for AM equipment while providing integrated DfAM consulting to optimize part geometry, material selection, and post-processing for cost and performance.
How They Differentiate
Unlike global digital manufacturing aggregators (Hubs) or highly automated large-scale factories (Protolabs), Positron Additive operates as a localized, engineering-led service bureau. It differentiates through direct DfAM consultation, flexible low-volume runs tailored to regional supply chains, and faster domestic turnaround times for Indian market clients.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Product developers, engineering teams, and startups requiring rapid prototyping, functional testing, and end-use part production without capital expenditure on in-house hardware.
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Aerospace; Healthcare; Consumer Goods; Art & Design
Competitors
Protolabs; Hubs; 3D Nextech
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
27k+ parts manufactured annually; 120+ companies served
Notable Customers
Kratos Racing