WEBER Additive
Develops large-format robotic additive manufacturing systems using pellet extrusion for industrial-scale production of large-volume plastic components, reducing lead times and enabling complex geometries.
- CEO / Founder
- Markus Weber
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- Acquired
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Caracol AM (Acquirer)
Technology & Products
Key Products
DXR Series robotic 3D printers; Pellet extrusion systems; Integrated software solutions
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Patented direct extrusion process achieves 3x faster build speeds than standard FDM systems for large parts, with material cost savings of 40-60% using pellets vs. filaments. Defensible through trade secrets and machine design IP.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces production costs for large plastic components by 30-50% compared to traditional methods, cuts lead times from months to weeks, and enables on-demand manufacturing of complex geometries using cost-effective pellet materials.
How They Differentiate
WEBER Additive's technology, including its extruder and machine design, has been integrated into Caracol AM's portfolio, enhancing Caracol's large-format additive manufacturing capabilities.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in construction, infrastructure, automotive, and aerospace requiring large-scale plastic parts
Industry Verticals
Construction; Automotive; Aerospace; Infrastructure
Competitors
BigRep, Cincinnati Inc.
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Acquired by Caracol in 2025, with assets integrated into Caracol's Heron platforms; had around 470 employees as a family-owned company; launched additive manufacturing division in 2019; partnered with Ai Build for integrated LFAM solutions in 2023.
Major Milestones
Launched WEBER Additive division in 2019; Partnered with Ai Build for integrated LFAM solutions in 2023; Acquired by Caracol in 2025