PROTOPLASTIC
Provides 3D printing services for rapid prototyping and small production series using FDM, SLA, SLS, CJP, and DMLS technologies.
- CEO / Founder
- Mateusz Stefańczyk
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $670K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Akcelerator Technologiczny Gliwice; PARP (Polish Agency for Enterprise Development)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Custom 3D printed prototypes; Promotional gadgets; Replacement machine parts; Short-run plastic part series (FFF/FDM); 3D-printed inserts for injection molds; Master patterns for silicone molds; CNC milling; 3D design/modeling; CFD/FEA simulations
Technological Advantage
Ability to scale from single prototypes to short production runs cost-effectively compared to traditional tooling; integrated design-to-production workflow.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces costs for short-run plastic parts compared to injection molding while providing comprehensive design and simulation services.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on the early product development stage with high turnaround speed and a diverse machine park covering five different 3D printing technologies.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Designers and engineers needing rapid prototyping or low-volume production.
Industry Verticals
Product Development; Industrial Manufacturing; Marketing/Promotional; Machinery
Competitors
3D Lab; Bibus Menos; Materialise
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Expanded from two initial FDM machines to an extensive machine park supporting five 3D printing technologies; low-volume FFF plastic parts identified as most popular for runs <several thousand units.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2016; Expanded machine park from 2 FDM machines to 5 different AM technologies; Established comprehensive design and simulation office
Notable Customers
ABB; Valeo; Husqvarna; Faurecia