Solid-Print3D
The 3D printing division of a major UK SolidWorks reseller, providing a range of professional hardware, software, and consumables as a one-stop shop for digital manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Neil Sewell
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Professional 3D Printers (FDM, SLA, SLS, Metal)","3D Scanners","Consumables and Materials","3D Software (e.g., Geomagic, Materialise)","Post-Processing Equipment","Support and Training Services"]
Technological Advantage
As a multi-brand reseller, Solid-Print3D offers a curated portfolio of leading brands, allowing them to provide technology-agnostic, application-specific recommendations. Their business advantage is their consultative, expert-led approach, ensuring customers get the best-fit solution rather than a one-size-fits-all product.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Providing honest, impartial advice and best-in-class 3D printing and scanning solutions, backed by expert support from a team with a strong CAD and engineering background.
How They Differentiate
Solid-Print3D differentiates itself through its strong integration with the SolidWorks user base and its emphasis on expert, CAD-literate technical support. While competitors may focus on specific brands (e.g., Laser Lines with Stratasys) or a broader e-commerce approach, Solid-Print3D leverages its deep engineering and design software expertise as a core part of its sales and support process.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Engineering and manufacturing companies, particularly existing SolidWorks users, in the industrial, automotive, aerospace, and education sectors.
Industry Verticals
["Industrial Manufacturing","Engineering","Automotive","Aerospace","Education"]
Competitors
Laser Lines", "3DGBIRE", "Additive-X
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has become a trusted partner to a rapidly increasing number of UK and Ireland engineering businesses, with a top 30 customer leaderboard for sustainability efforts.
Major Milestones
["2018: Founded as the 3D printing division of Solid Solutions.","2020: Parent company Solid Solutions secured a significant investment from LDC.","2022: The entire Solid Solutions Group, including Solid-Print3D, was acquired by the US-based company TriMech, a portfolio company of Sentinel Capital Partners."]
Notable Customers
BMW", "Airbus