Rapidobject
Provides full-service 3D printing solutions for prototypes, series, and spare parts using multiple AM technologies, with instant quoting and 24-hour express service.
- CEO / Founder
- Petra Wallasch
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $170K
- Latest Round
- Grant
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing solutions for prototypes, serial production, and spare parts with a focus on industrial applications.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary automated online ordering system provides instant quotes and 24-hour express turnaround, supported by a broad machine park enabling multi-technology production (FDM, SLS, SLA, PolyJet, MJF, SLM) for metals and plastics.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces lead times from weeks to hours with instant online quoting, offers cost-effective production for batch sizes from 1 to over 50,000 units, and provides end-to-end services from 3D data creation to finished parts with ISO-certified quality.
How They Differentiate
Offers faster turnaround with 24-hour express service and instant online quoting vs. Protolabs' standard lead times; provides broader in-house multi-technology capabilities (6+ processes) vs. niche competitors like MetShape focused on sinter-based AM; emphasizes German-made quality and TÜV certification for regulated industries.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial clients needing rapid prototyping, small series production, and spare parts across automotive, aerospace, medical, and engineering sectors.
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Aerospace; Medical; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical; Architecture; Design
Competitors
Stratasys Direct, OECHSLER, ADDMAN
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Serves over 36,000 customers from more than 25 countries; operates a 1,000+ square meter facility with over 60 3D printers; team size estimated at 10-19 employees.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2006; Established as a leading 3D printing service provider in Germany; Launched the Transparent 3D Factory with guided tours and training; Achieved TÜV certification with ISO 9001, DIN SPEC 17071, and ISO 27001
Notable Customers
Rosenbauer International AG