RAW Idea
Specializes in large-scale robotic 3D printing using recycled thermoplastics to produce marine vessels and industrial structures with high-output pellet extrusion.
- CEO / Founder
- Joyce Pont
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.3M
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- Hans Franke, Alexey Shifman, Individual impact investors
Technology & Products
Key Products
Tanaruz Boats (DS models 4.5-7.5m); Silent Pod; 3D Printed Furniture; Musical Instruments
Technological Advantage
Hybrid robotic printing and CNC milling workflow allows for high-precision finishing of large-scale industrial parts; 24/7 production capability via CEAD Flexbot systems.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables 50% cost reduction and significant lead time reduction (3-4 days for a boat) for large-scale structures using circular, 100% recyclable materials.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on end-to-end service from design to production for large-scale consumer-facing products like boats, offering 50% lower prices than traditional manufacturing through automated robotic extrusion.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Businesses and individuals seeking large-scale sustainable 3D printed products like boats and furniture.
Industry Verticals
Marine; Furniture; Architecture; Music
Competitors
Royal 3D; CEAD; 10XL
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Boat production output of 25 kg/hour; boats printed in 3-4 days; expanded from Rotterdam to Arnhem production facility.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2020; Unveiled 3D-printed Tanaruz boats; Expanded production to Arnhem facility; Two large-scale printers operational with third in development
Notable Customers
Tanis Food Tec; Port of Rotterdam; Royal IHC