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We help manufacturing companies successfully integrate industrial 3D printing technologies into their production processes—offering customized services and tailored system solutions all under one roof.

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Europe's leading partner for industrial 3D printing

We support you as you get started
with additive manufacturing.

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Requirements

The most important requirements of your use case are examined in an initial meeting.

Based on customer requirements, we carry out a component and cost analysis to determine the potential. Here, for example, we optimize lightweight construction or the topology of the component.

Once the requirements profile and the component and cost analysis are clear, we identify the most suitable 3D printing system.

We then manufacture a sample component on our in-house machinery in accordance with the design optimizations that have been carried out.

During a joint appointment at our technology center in Esslingen, we present the component and prepare an offer according to your specific requirements.

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Together, we will find the right 3D printing system for your application and enable you to get started efficiently in additive manufacturing with our industrial 3D printers.

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Our Manufacturers

Desktop Metal

Desktop Metal is considered an innovative driver of metal and ceramic 3D printing and offers a comprehensive range of software tools and materials. The market leader provides its customers with the most advanced 3D printing technologies, such as metal binder jetting and bound metal deposition, for the production of complex metal components: from single to series production. Systems with metal binder jetting technology in particular are characterized by their high precision, printing speed, and cost efficiency. Desktop Metal attaches great importance to the ease of use and integration of its systems into existing production environments.

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Studio System

Desktop Metal's Studio System has been designed from the ground up for ease of installation and use. Bound metal deposition technology can be used to produce individual, strong parts with complex geometries in a two-stage printing process. This process is supported by software-based monitoring and effortless removal of support structures.

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Store System

The Shop System is a 3D printing system for the mass production of metal parts with consistent print quality. Desktop Metal's printing solution offers innovative materials to enable effortless printing of end-use parts with high quality surface finishes while maintaining tolerances.

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Boston Micro Fabrication

Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) is the leading manufacturer of micro-precision 3D printers for industry. BMF uses an innovative technology called micro-precision stereolithography (PμSL), which uses a flash of UV light to rapidly photopolymerize a layer of liquid polymer with micro-scale resolutions. Using industrial composite polymers and ceramic materials, BMF achieves resolutions from 2μm to 50μm and accuracies from +/- 5μm to 25μm, offering the ability to quickly produce prototypes or end products without molds or tools. BMF is currently the only supplier of 3D printers that achieves the quality of micro injection molding and CNC machining.

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2μm series

The 2μm printer series is the highest resolution BMF system, perfect for applications that require ultra-high resolution and tight tolerances. The 2μm series handles a wide range of materials and is the best choice for producing CAD-accurate prototypes that look exactly like the finished product.

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10μm series

The 10μm printer series can be used to print light-sensitive resins and ceramics. The systems are the ideal solution for companies and universities that require ultra-high resolution, accuracy and precision in a desktop package. You can produce even the most demanding industrial-quality micro parts in a short time.

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3D Ceram

3DCeram is a leading global provider of 3D printing for technical ceramics.

3DCeram offers a range of customized 3D printers for processing technical ceramics and develops both its own and customer-specific slurries (ceramic suspensions) that are optimally tailored to the respective application.

3DCeram's SLA-based 3D printing technology is used in particularly demanding industries such as aerospace, medical technology, manufacturing, and research institutions. In addition to Ceramaker printing systems, the company offers the entire process chain from a single source—from printing and debinding to sintering in its own furnace system.

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C101 Easy Lab

The C101 EASY Lab is the smallest model in the 3DCeram product portfolio and has been specially designed for use in research and development. With an installation space of 100 × 100 × 150 mm, the printer is ideal for laboratory applications, material tests, material research, characterization and material testing.

Particularly noteworthy is the integrated SAM option (Small Amount of Material), which enables a material-friendly printing process - a decisive advantage in the development and testing of new ceramic materials. The print job can be started with as little as 10mL of slurry.

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C101 Easy Fab

The C101 EASY Fab is similar to the EASY Lab in its basic configuration, but is specially designed to meet the requirements of industrial customers and manufacturing companies. It is ideal for the production of small series.

Like the EASY Lab, the EASY Fab also has an installation space of 100 × 100 × 150 mm. It is also equipped with an integrated slurry tank from which the material is automatically pumped to the printing platform - a decisive advantage for more efficient and reproducible production in an industrial environment.

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Carbolite

Carbolite is a leading global manufacturer of laboratory and industrial ovens for temperatures ranging from 30°C to 3000°C. Since 1938, the brand has stood for innovation, quality, and customer-specific solutions. With locations in the UK and Germany, Carbolite supplies high-tech furnaces for research, industry, and special applications—from standard equipment to complex custom systems. As part of the Verder Group, Carbolite combines comprehensive expertise with a global presence and technical excellence.

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HTK 8

The metallic HTK series from Carbolite includes high-temperature furnaces with heaters made of tungsten (HTK W) or molybdenum (HTK MO) and reach up to 2200 °C. Available in four sizes (8-120 l), they are suitable for laboratories, pilot plants and production. The front door facilitates loading and unloading. The metal construction ensures high purity of the inert gas atmosphere and vacuum. A high vacuum upgrade is available as an option. Frequently used gases are nitrogen, argon and hydrogen. A retort can be used for gas flow and temperature uniformity.

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AAF

The AAF ashing ovens are designed for the complete ashing of samples at up to 1100 °C. With a programmable controller, efficient air flow (4-5 air changes/minute) and heating elements on four sides, they offer optimum temperature distribution. They comply with ISO 1171:2010, ASTM D3174-04 and ASTM D4422 - ideal for food, plastics, coal, etc. The robust ceramic muffle reliably protects the heating elements.

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Zeiss GOM Metrology

Specializing in industrial measurement technology, GOM Metrology, part of the Zeiss Group, offers solutions for manual and automated 3D digitization, evaluation software, and training. These are used in particular in quality assurance, reverse engineering, and product development. The powerful 3D scanning systems and software are characterized by their high user-friendliness and precise measurement results.

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GOM Scan 1

The compact but powerful 3D scanner with GOM's Blue Light Technology and stereo camera principle delivers 3D data with maximum precision. The system's self-monitoring software offers intelligent mesh processing and guarantees the quality of the measurement data.

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T-SCAN hawk 2

The portable handheld scanner T-SCAN hawk 2 is ideal for mobile use thanks to its light weight and easy handling.

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Our Manufacturers

Desktop Metal

Desktop Metal is considered an innovative driver of metal and ceramic 3D printing and offers a comprehensive range of software tools and materials. The market leader provides its customers with the most advanced 3D printing technologies, such as metal binder jetting and bound metal deposition, for the production of complex metal components: from single to series production. Systems with metal binder jetting technology in particular are characterized by their high precision, printing speed, and cost efficiency. Desktop Metal attaches great importance to the ease of use and integration of its systems into existing production environments.

Show all products
DesktopMetal_Shop
Studio System

Desktop Metal's Studio System has been designed from the ground up for ease of installation and use. Bound metal deposition technology can be used to produce individual, strong parts with complex geometries in a two-stage printing process. This process is supported by software-based monitoring and effortless removal of support structures.

Contact us
DesktopMetal_Shop
Store System

The Shop System is a 3D printing system for the mass production of metal parts with consistent print quality. Desktop Metal's printing solution offers innovative materials to enable effortless printing of end-use parts with high quality surface finishes while maintaining tolerances.

Contact us

Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) is the leading manufacturer of micro-precision 3D printers for industry. BMF uses an innovative technology called micro-precision stereolithography (PμSL), which uses a flash of UV light to rapidly photopolymerize a layer of liquid polymer with micro-scale resolutions. Using industrial composite polymers and ceramic materials, BMF achieves resolutions from 2μm to 50μm and accuracies from +/- 5μm to 25μm, offering the ability to quickly produce prototypes or end products without molds or tools. BMF is currently the only supplier of 3D printers that achieves the quality of micro injection molding and CNC machining.

Show all products
DesktopMetal_Shop
2μm series

The 2μm printer series is the highest resolution BMF system, perfect for applications that require ultra-high resolution and tight tolerances. The 2μm series handles a wide range of materials and is the best choice for producing CAD-accurate prototypes that look exactly like the finished product.

Contact us
DesktopMetal_Shop
10μm series

The 10μm printer series can be used to print light-sensitive resins and ceramics. The systems are the ideal solution for companies and universities that require ultra-high resolution, accuracy and precision in a desktop package. You can produce even the most demanding industrial-quality micro parts in a short time.

Contact us

3DCeram is a leading global provider of 3D printing for technical ceramics.

3DCeram offers a range of customized 3D printers for processing technical ceramics and develops both its own and customer-specific slurries (ceramic suspensions) that are optimally tailored to the respective application.

3DCeram's SLA-based 3D printing technology is used in particularly demanding industries such as aerospace, medical technology, manufacturing, and research institutions. In addition to Ceramaker printing systems, the company offers the entire process chain from a single source—from printing and debinding to sintering in its own furnace system.

Show all products
DesktopMetal_Shop
C101 Easy Lab

The C101 EASY Lab is the smallest model in the 3DCeram product portfolio and has been specially designed for use in research and development. With an installation space of 100 × 100 × 150 mm, the printer is ideal for laboratory applications, material tests, material research, characterization and material testing.

Particularly noteworthy is the integrated SAM option (Small Amount of Material), which enables a material-friendly printing process - a decisive advantage in the development and testing of new ceramic materials. The print job can be started with as little as 10mL of slurry.

Contact us
DesktopMetal_Shop
C101 Easy Fab

The C101 EASY Fab is similar to the EASY Lab in its basic configuration, but is specially designed to meet the requirements of industrial customers and manufacturing companies. It is ideal for the production of small series.

Like the EASY Lab, the EASY Fab also has an installation space of 100 × 100 × 150 mm. It is also equipped with an integrated slurry tank from which the material is automatically pumped to the printing platform - a decisive advantage for more efficient and reproducible production in an industrial environment.

Contact us

Carbolite is a leading global manufacturer of laboratory and industrial ovens for temperatures ranging from 30°C to 3000°C. Since 1938, the brand has stood for innovation, quality, and customer-specific solutions. With locations in the UK and Germany, Carbolite supplies high-tech furnaces for research, industry, and special applications—from standard equipment to complex custom systems. As part of the Verder Group, Carbolite combines comprehensive expertise with a global presence and technical excellence.

Show all products
DesktopMetal_Shop
HTK 8

The metallic HTK series from Carbolite includes high-temperature furnaces with heaters made of tungsten (HTK W) or molybdenum (HTK MO) and reach up to 2200 °C. Available in four sizes (8-120 l), they are suitable for laboratories, pilot plants and production. The front door facilitates loading and unloading. The metal construction ensures high purity of the inert gas atmosphere and vacuum. A high vacuum upgrade is available as an option. Frequently used gases are nitrogen, argon and hydrogen. A retort can be used for gas flow and temperature uniformity.

Contact us
DesktopMetal_Shop
AAF

The AAF ashing ovens are designed for the complete ashing of samples at up to 1100 °C. With a programmable controller, efficient air flow (4-5 air changes/minute) and heating elements on four sides, they offer optimum temperature distribution. They comply with ISO 1171:2010, ASTM D3174-04 and ASTM D4422 - ideal for food, plastics, coal, etc. The robust ceramic muffle reliably protects the heating elements.

Contact us

Specializing in industrial measurement technology, GOM Metrology, part of the Zeiss Group, offers solutions for manual and automated 3D digitization, evaluation software, and training. These are used in particular in quality assurance, reverse engineering, and product development. The powerful 3D scanning systems and software are characterized by their high user-friendliness and precise measurement results.

Show all products
DesktopMetal_Shop
GOM Scan 1

The compact but powerful 3D scanner with GOM's Blue Light Technology and stereo camera principle delivers 3D data with maximum precision. The system's self-monitoring software offers intelligent mesh processing and guarantees the quality of the measurement data.

Contact us
DesktopMetal_Shop
T-SCAN hawk 2

The portable handheld scanner T-SCAN hawk 2 is ideal for mobile use thanks to its light weight and easy handling.

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Lead the way

Since 2020, we have been helping companies to break new grounds in industrial manufacturing. With the most advanced 3D printing technologies and the highest quality industrial 3D printers, we make you more innovative, faster and more flexible, giving you a decisive competitive advantage.

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No more worries about quantities

Additive manufacturing enables the scalability of your production, allowing you to switch flexibly between the production of prototypes and series.

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Shorter time-to-market

Compared to conventional manufacturing processes such as MIM, turning or milling, 3D printing can significantly reduce production times and avoid the need for post-processing of components.

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No tools - no costs

3D printing does not require the complex production of tools, which results in considerable cost savings on the one hand and allows design adjustments to be made on the other.

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Product development without ifs and buts

The design freedom of 3D printing enables the production of complex geometries. This means that previously unattainable functions can be integrated into existing designs without compromising on the mechanical properties.

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No more worries about supply chains

By manufacturing different components on site and on demand, the risk of uncertain supply chains is eliminated. This also results in cost savings on otherwise high storage and shipping costs.

Our Pioneers

Our team of 3D printing experts will support you throughout the entire entry process into additive manufacturing. We focus on your requirements at all times, provide you with comprehensive advice on the systems and technologies and support you in optimizing your application. Contact the right expert for your application now.

News

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BMF CLEAR: When transparency meets micro-precision
16. April 2026
With BMF CLEAR, Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) is expanding its material portfolio with an optically transparent resin that sets new standards in micro-precision 3D printing.
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Save the Date: Open House Event on October 8, 2026
18. March 2026
We cordially invite you to our next Open House event on October 8, 2026. Look forward to an inspiring evening featuring exciting real-world insights, engaging conversations, and relaxed networking.
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Successful Open House Event at the AM Pioneers Technology Center – Experience the Future of Innovations in 3D Printing
11. February 2026
The open house event on February 5, 2026 at the AM Pioneers Technology Center was a complete success and once again showed how lively and innovative the community is when it comes to additive manufacturing, metal 3D printing, 3D printing of ceramics, micro 3D printing
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Formnext 2025 Recap – Highlights, technologies & innovations
28. November 2025
Formnext 2025 has once again shown why it is one of the most important events for additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing. For us, it was a week full of innovations, valuable customer discussions and exciting impressions of partners such as Desktop Metal, 3DCeram and BMF.
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Innovative test specialist manufactures connectors in small batches
3. October 2025
Technical progress requires courage - BRIGHT proved this in a challenging project for a leading car manufacturer. The company realized the innovative solution with precision micro stereolithography from Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF):
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Grand opening of the new AM Pioneers Technology Center in Esslingen
15. July 2025
After intensive weeks of renovation and modernization, the time had finally come on Thursday, 10 July: we were able to celebrate the opening of our new Technology Center in Esslingen together with over 60 guests - and can look back on an all-round successful event!

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    FAQs

    Is it possible to print MIM components?
    Yes, the additive manufacturing of MIM (Metal Injection Molding) components enables the production of complex geometries that could not be realized using conventional methods. Metal 3D printing also significantly reduces lead times, while achieving cost-effective production of smaller quantities without the need for molds and tools.
    Compared to conventional manufacturing processes, metal 3D printing offers numerous possibilities. The most important advantages include the design freedom and optimization potential of the components as well as the speed and scalability of more cost-effective production. This allows you to achieve shorter time-to-market with maximum material utilization.
    There are various technologies for the additive manufacturing of metal parts. Common processes include SLM (selective laser melting), SLS (selective laser sintering) and binder jetting (layer-by-layer application of metal powder with a binder resin). The choice of the appropriate metal 3D printing process depends on the specific requirements of the project, the desired material properties and the available equipment.
    Depending on the specific printing technology and the parameters of the printer, a variety of metal materials can be processed, including stainless steel, copper alloys, cobalt-chrome and nickel alloys. New and sometimes customized materials are also constantly being qualified or developed for 3D printing.
    The advantages of plastic 3D printing lie particularly in the production of prototypes, whereby components can be adapted quickly and easily. Furthermore, lightweight yet robust structures can be achieved with plastic 3D printing, which also leads to cost savings for small series.
    Common plastic printing technologies include FDM (fused deposition modeling), SLA (stereolithography), DLP (digital ligth processing) and SLS (selective laser sintering). The choice of the appropriate printing process depends on the specific requirements of your component and the desired material properties. There are other printing processes for medical 3D printing that can also process biomaterials, among other things.
    The choice of suitable material depends on the requirements for your component, the desired mechanical properties, the surface finish, the environment of use and your budget. Common materials include PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU and PEEK as well as biocompatible polymers for medical 3D printing. Customized plastics can also be specially qualified, such as for medical 3D printing.
    Additive manufacturing offers numerous advantages over conventional manufacturing processes and is capable of processing a wide range of materials. Common applications of 3D printing include prototyping, product customization, scalable series production and spare parts manufacturing.
    The production costs of a component depend on the printing process, the material used and the nature of the component. We can produce your individual sample component free of charge in our machine park in Esslingen and prepare a cost analysis. Please contact us for a no-obligation demo day!
    Due to the technological progress of additive manufacturing, there are numerous manufacturers of 3D printing systems on the market. As the precision and reproducibility of components is particularly important for industrial 3D printing, we work with the leading manufacturers Desktop Metal, ETEC, Zeiss and BCN3D. Desktop Health develops special systems and qualifies materials for medical 3D printing.
    The component properties depend on various factors, such as the printing technology, the material used, the printing parameters and the specific 3D printer. Our systems and optimized design can be used to produce anisotropic components with increased strength, rigidity and hardness.
    Operating a 3D printer does not usually require specially trained personnel. These systems are usually designed so that they can be operated by users with basic computer skills and a short training period. Modern 3D printers also have intuitive user interfaces, making it easy to create models, adjust print parameters and automatically monitor the printing process.
    Once you have identified the right technology and a system, you can start preparing your site. Depending on the printing system, certain (safety) requirements must be met at your location. You will also need the appropriate materials, such as filament rolls or metal powder, and the right tools and protective clothing. We support you in integrating the system into your production by providing you with detailed instructions on site preparation and a starter pack containing all the necessary materials.
    The procurement costs for an industrial 3D printing system vary and depend on various factors such as the printing technology, print quality, technical functions and brand. In a free potential and cost analysis, we determine your individual investment costs and compare them with the expected ROI ("return on investment").
    Metal Binder Jetting is one of the sinter-based 3D printing technologies. The process is closely related to classic Metal Injection Molding (MIM), but is completely tool-free and significantly more flexible - ideal for prototypes, pre-series and small series.
    Metal Binder Jetting combines the advantages of classic MIM processes with the flexibility of modern additive manufacturing. Tool-free production, fast iterations and quality suitable for series production make binder jetting one of the most important 3D printing technologies for industrial manufacturing.
    After sintering, the components achieve a density of up to 98%, comparable to cast metal parts. The mechanical properties make Metal Binder Jetting a reliable 3D printing technology for end applications.
    Yes, components from the binder jetting process can be further refined using established processes, e.g:
    • Electropolishing
    • Galvanizing
    • Mechanical processing
    Materials are used that comply with the MIM material standards (MPIF), e.g:
    • Stainless steel (e.g. 316L, 17-4PH)
    • Tool steels
    • Other metallic materials depending on application
    This allows components to be produced with properties that are comparable to classic MIM.
    The binder jetting process is particularly suitable for quantities of 1 to approx. 10,000 components. Metal Binder Jetting thus closes the gap between prototyping and classic series production within modern 3D printing technologies.
    Compared to classic MIM, metal binder jetting offers decisive advantages:
    • No tooling costs: therefore cost-effective production for quantities of 1 to 10,000 parts
    • Reduced time-to-market: production of an iteratively optimized component within 2 to 3 weeks - the production of a series tool takes 5-6 months
    • Geometrically complex metal part: no support structures, therefore high design freedom and flexibility in design
    1. Printing The binder jetting process describes the layer-by-layer application of metal powder. A binder is then applied via several thousand nozzles according to the component cross-section in order to bind the loose powder. This process is repeated until the build volume is filled with the metal parts and loose powder.
    2. Powder removal Once the printing process has been completed and the binder has hardened, the components are transported to a powder station in a construction kit, where the loose powder is removed. An integrated powder recycling system recovers 98% of the loose powder.
    3. Sintering After powder removal, the metal parts are sintered in a furnace at temperatures of up to 1400 °C. At temperatures of around 400°C, the binder escapes from the component and the molecular chains fuse together, resulting in the desired mechanical properties. The finished metal part is comparable to a cast part with a density of 98%.
    Metal Binder Jetting is used, among other things, in:
    • Medical technology
    • Automotive
    • Electronics
    • Mechanical and plant engineering
    • Industrial and sensor technology
    Especially where precision, short development times and cost control are crucial. This results in high-quality end customer and functional parts.
    A major advantage of metal binder jetting is the enormous design freedom. Complex geometries, undercuts, intricate structures or internal channels can be realized without support structures - something that is not possible with many other 3D printing technologies.
    Metal Binder Jetting is an industrial 3D printing technology for the production of metal components. Metal powder is applied in layers and bonded with a liquid binder. The printing process is followed by powder removal and sintering, resulting in virtually dense, high-precision metal parts.

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