WAZP
Irish 3D print-on-demand platform making additive manufacturing accessible for businesses with sustainable EU-based production
- CEO / Founder
- Shane Hassett
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- €2M
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Enterprise Ireland, John Moloney (ex-Glanbia CEO), Pa Nolan (Fexco), Irish private investors
Technology & Products
Key Products
On-demand 3D printed products for businesses, including collaborations with IKEA, Puma, and Next.
Technological Advantage
{"IKEA partnership (OMEDELBAR hand)","Enterprise Ireland High Potential Startup","Plant-based PLA materials","EU-based production (low carbon)","No inventory required model"}
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Print-on-demand 3D manufacturing platform making additive manufacturing accessible to businesses without inventory risk
How They Differentiate
B2B print-on-demand focus vs consumer marketplace; sustainable EU production vs global shipping; customizable catalog vs custom designs
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Businesses seeking customizable 3D printed products without inventory investment, e-commerce sellers, retailers
Industry Verticals
{Retail,E-commerce,"Consumer Products","Home Decor","Fashion Accessories"}
Competitors
{Shapeways,Sculpteo,i.materialise}
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
2015: Founded in Tralee, Ireland; Partnered with IKEA for first mass-produced 3D-printed product; 2019: Raised €2M ($2.29M Angel round) from John Moloney and Pa Nolan; Total funding $2.59M; Partnership with ShapeDiver; Serving global brands Puma, Next, Helly Hansen
Notable Customers
IKEA, Puma, Next