We Do 3D Printing
We Do 3D Printing operates as a vertically integrated service provider in additive manufacturing, offering: (1) 3D printing services with multi-technology capability including large-format builds (>1m height) and high-volume production; (2) retail distribution of specialty filaments (PLA, ABS, ASA, PETG, PC, TPU, Nylon) and printer parts; (3) design and engineering services; and (4) custom-built 3D printers to customer specification.
- CEO / Founder
- Darren Barker
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- £2.8M
- Latest Round
- £1.5M equity crowdfunding round
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing services (FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS); Filament retail (25+ colors, multiple materials); Printer parts and accessories; Design and CAD services; Custom 3D printer builds
Technological Advantage
Portfolio approach across materials (Nylon, PLA, ABS, ASA, stainless steel, titanium) and processes eliminates vendor lock-in; large build volumes and volume production capacity (1000+ units/month) differentiate from typical service bureaus; in-house expertise in custom printer configuration enables bespoke solutions.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
One-stop shop reducing complexity and cost of 3D printing adoption by combining equipment supply, material supply, production services, and design expertise in a single provider. Reduces time-to-production for prototyping through volume manufacturing without requiring customer capital investment in equipment.
How They Differentiate
Vertical integration (retail + services + custom hardware) vs. Shapeways' marketplace focus; in-house multi-technology (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS) vs. many competitors' single-process focus; custom printer builds differentiate from standard service bureaus
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturers requiring prototyping and volume production; hobbyists and makers (retail); engineering firms requiring design services
Industry Verticals
Manufacturing; Engineering; Maker/Hobbyist; Product Development
Competitors
Shapeways (global on-demand manufacturing and marketplace); Sculpteo (European cloud-based 3D printing service); Materialise (Belgian 3D printing software and services); Local/Regional Service Bureaus (UK-based competitors)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Print farm expanded to over 50 machines; large-format machines capable of printing over 1 metre
Major Milestones
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Notable Customers
U-Drain Ltd; VK Drums