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Develops CUR3D, a 3D printing prepress software that automates model repair and preparation for printability, making 3D printing as simple as printing on paper.
- CEO / Founder
- Ernst Christian Fleischmann
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Defunct
Technology & Products
Key Products
CUR3D software
Technological Advantage
Proprietary algorithm for automated 3D model correction, reducing manual prep time by over 90% (claimed).
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces 3D printing preparation time from hours to seconds by automatically fixing CAD model issues (thin walls, overlapping surfaces, holes), eliminating test prints and saving materials.
How They Differentiate
Focuses solely on automated prepress simplification vs. broader CAD or slicing tools; targets non-expert users with 'click-and-print' functionality.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
B2B and B2C users needing simplified 3D printing workflows
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing; 3D Printing Services
Competitors
Materialise Magics; Netfabb; Simplify3D
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Filed for bankruptcy in October 2020; assets of CUR3D acquired by CUR3D UG founded in June 2021; released CUR3D Maker Edition on Steam on July 26, 2017 with 33% discount
Major Milestones
Founded in 2014; Released CUR3D in November 2016; Won Bochum's Vertical Starter startup competition in 2017; Filed for bankruptcy in October 2020