3D Hubs B.V.

3D Hubs B. V. is a manufacturing platform that specializes in on-demand production services, including rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacturing of custom parts using advanced technologies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, 3D Hubs B.

V. provides a platform for on-demand manufacturing services. The company was acquired by Proto Labs, Inc. in January 2021 for USD 280 million, with an additional USD 50 million in contingent consideration.

The founder, Yussuf A, has a background in engineering and entrepreneurship. Since its inception, 3D Hubs has completed 6 significant deals, with the most recent acquisition marking a strategic move to enhance its manufacturing capabilities. 3D Hubs B. V.

offers on-demand manufacturing services, focusing on rapid prototyping and the low-volume production of custom parts. Their manufacturing techniques include CNC machining and various forms of 3D printing, such as Fused Deposition Modeling, Stereolithography, Selective Laser Sintering, and Multi Jet Fusion, alongside injection molding. The company caters to a broad range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics, providing quick turnaround times for part delivery, often within one day. 3D Hubs B.

V. operates on a B2B revenue model, generating income through an instant quoting platform where clients upload CAD files for real-time pricing based on specific requirements. The company enables clients to place orders for prototypes or larger production runs, with pricing varying by part complexity and manufacturing processes. This transactional approach fosters a recurring revenue stream as clients engage 3D Hubs for ongoing manufacturing needs.

Following the acquisition by Proto Labs, Inc. in January 2021, 3D Hubs B. V. aims to leverage its resources for expanding into new geographical markets, specifically targeting North America, Europe, and Asia by 2023.

The company plans to enhance its product offerings with new manufacturing technologies that are currently in development, seeking to release these innovations within the next year. The funding secured through the trade sale will be utilized to support these expansion and product development initiatives.