Bechtle Additive Manufacturing Schweiz AG
Provider of industrial 3D printing solutions offering sales, support, and application development for polymer and metal additive manufacturing in Switzerland and DACH region.
- CEO / Founder
- Martin Affolter
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Subsidiary
Technology & Products
Key Products
HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing systems; Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) metal 3D printing systems; Formlabs SLS systems; Post-processing equipment (DyeMansion, ASM); Materials and consumables; Technical support and maintenance; Application development and consulting
Technological Advantage
Leverages HP's proprietary Multi Jet Fusion process (a form of polymer binder jetting) known for high-speed production and cost efficiency, combined with localized service and support to reduce customer adoption barriers.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides access to HP's high-speed, cost-effective Multi Jet Fusion technology with local expertise, reducing lead times and enabling scalable polymer part production for Swiss industrial customers.
How They Differentiate
Focuses exclusively on HP's Multi Jet Fusion technology in Switzerland, offering faster build speeds and lower cost-per-part for polymer production compared to traditional SLS, with dedicated local support versus global competitors' broader but less specialized regional presence.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, engineering firms, and product developers in Switzerland seeking polymer 3D printing solutions for prototyping and production.
Industry Verticals
Industrial Manufacturing; Automotive; Consumer Goods; Medical Devices; Aerospace
Competitors
EOS GmbH (polymer SLS systems); 3D Systems (polymer jetting and SLS); Stratasys (PolyJet and FDM technologies); Local Swiss AM service bureaus
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company is undergoing a rebranding to Bechtle Additive Manufacturing, indicating integration into a larger corporate structure. It has formed a strategic distribution partnership with Sandmaster AG to enhance post-processing capabilities for 3D printed parts.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2008 as SGSolution AG; Acquired by Bechtle AG in May 2023; Rebranded to Bechtle Additive Manufacturing Schweiz AG on 1 July 2025