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Designs and manufactures large-format industrial stereolithography (SLA) 3D printer systems with exceptional surface quality and accuracy; also provides reseller support for Markforged 3D printers and comprehensive technical support including laser head refurbishments, repairs, upgrades, and service contracts.
- CEO / Founder
- Dan Terpstra
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Stratasys (acquirer)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Neo 800 stereolithography system; Neo product line (industrial SLA printers); Laser head refurbishment services; Equipment repair and upgrade services; Laser sintering powders (from ALM and DSM Somos); Stereolithography materials (from ALM and DSM Somos); Markforged 3D printer resale and support
Technological Advantage
Large build-envelope SLA systems with high surface quality and accuracy compete against Origin One and other SLA vendors; patent-protected stereolithography innovations acquired by Stratasys expand polymer 3D printing portfolio; comprehensive service network and technical support create switching costs.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables production of large parts with exceptional surface quality and accuracy; reduces tooling and product development cycle time; offers comprehensive aftermarket support including laser refurbishment and material supply.
How They Differentiate
Large-part capability (Neo 800) with industrial-grade surface finish; proven technical support infrastructure; materials sourced from premium suppliers (ALM, DSM Somos) vs. closed-loop ecosystems of competitors; laser refurbishment expertise.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, contract manufacturers, prototyping centers requiring large-part SLA production
Industry Verticals
Aerospace and Defense; Automotive; Medical device manufacturing; Industrial product design and prototyping
Competitors
3D Systems (SLA/Viper systems, DLP technology); Origin One (digital light processing); Formlabs (desktop SLA); Stratasys (acquired competitor; focus shifted to SLA integration)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
founded: July 2007. founders: Steve Moran and Rory Jackson. market_context: Industrial stereolithography systems market estimated at ~$150M growing ~10%/year at time of acquisition
Major Milestones
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Notable Customers
Williams Racing (Formula 1 team, multiple Neo800 systems); Paragon Rapid Technologies (first NEO800 pilot customer); IPF Ltd