WASP
Develops large-format extrusion systems for sustainable construction using local materials like clay, alongside desktop 3D printers.
- CEO / Founder
- Massimo Moretti
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $3.7M
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Y Combinator
Technology & Products
Key Products
Crane 3D printing platform, Delta type FDM 3D Printers, 3D printed homes (Itaca), Ol Casel service building at Milan Bergamo Airport, sustainable lime-based construction projects
Technological Advantage
Pioneered the use of local soil and agricultural waste in large-scale 3D printing; proprietary Crane WASP system enables modular, on-site construction of eco-friendly housing.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables the construction of sustainable, low-cost housing using on-site natural materials, reducing lead times and environmental impact compared to traditional methods.
How They Differentiate
Differentiates through a 'zero-kilometer' philosophy, using local natural materials (clay, straw) instead of high-carbon concrete, significantly reducing material transport costs and environmental impact. Also, focuses on sustainable development and continuous research, with a proven ability to construct certified 3D printed homes compliant with seismic codes.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Architects, builders, and researchers focused on sustainable housing and circular economy.
Industry Verticals
Construction; Architecture; Art; Healthcare; Food
Competitors
ICON
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Over 10,000 3D printers sold globally; completed TECLA, the first eco-habitat 3D printed from local raw earth; annual revenue estimated at approximately $2.5M-$3M; operates the Shamballa research center for sustainable housing.
Major Milestones
2012: Company founded in Massa Lombarda, Italy; 2021: Completion of TECLA 3D printed eco-habitat; 2024: Completion of TOVA, Spain's first 3D printed building
Notable Customers
TOVA IAAC; Estrada; Milan Bergamo Airport; United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
Recent coverage of WASP
- WASP completes construction of Ol Casel service building at Milan Bergamo Airport using Crane 3D printing technology.
- WASP has completed the construction of a 3D printed airport services building, named Ol Casél, at Milan Bergamo Airport in Italy.
- WASP completed Itaca, Italys first certified 3D printed home compliant with strict European seismic codes.