The 3D printing materials market is constantly evolving and dynamic, with new materials and technologies being developed and introduced all the time. As the 3D printing industry continues to grow, the demand for high-quality and innovative 3D printing materials is also increasing. This is driven by the increasing adoption of 3D printing across various industries, such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Moreover, with the growth of the 3D printing industry, new players are entering the market and competition is increasing. Established players are also investing heavily in R&D to develop new and innovative materials that can provide a competitive edge.
Furthermore, the 3D printing materials market is highly competitive, and pricing pressures are a key factor driving market dynamics. As more players enter the market, prices are likely to come down, making it more affordable for companies to adopt 3D printing technology.
The global 3D Printing Materials Market was valued at US$ 1,183.5 Million 2021 with a CAGR of 10.54% over the forecast period (2022 to 2030).
Leading Players in the 3d Printing Material Industry:
1. 3D Systems, Inc.: 3D Systems, Inc. is a US-based company that was established in 1986 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers a range of materials including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites. The company has a presence worldwide. In February 2021, 3D Systems announced the launch of its new Elastomeric Material for its Figure 4® 3D printing platform.
2. Arcam AB: Arcam AB is a Swedish company that was established in 1997 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It specializes in metal powders for additive manufacturing using electron beam melting (EBM) technology. The company was acquired by GE Additive in 2017 and is now part of the GE Additive group. In September 2021, GE Additive (including Arcam) announced the launch of its new Copper Alloy material for its metal 3D printing platforms.
3. Concept Laser GmbH: Concept Laser GmbH is a German company that was established in 2000 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers metal powders and laser melting machines for industrial applications. The company was acquired by GE Additive in 2016 and is now part of the GE Additive group. In May 2021, GE Additive (including Concept Laser) announced the launch of its new Inconel 718 material for its metal 3D printing platforms.
4. EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems: EOS GmbH Electro Optical Systems is a German company that was established in 1989 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers a range of materials including polymers, metals, and ceramics, as well as industrial 3D printing systems. In October 2021, EOS announced the launch of its new eos|digita platform, which is designed to streamline and optimize the entire 3D printing process, from part design to production. Moreover, in September 2021, the company introduced its new eos M 300-4 metal 3D printer, which is designed for high-volume production of metal parts.
5. ExOne GmbH: ExOne GmbH is a German company that was established in 2005 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers a range of materials including metals, ceramics, and composites, as well as industrial 3D printing systems. In November 2021, ExOne announced the launch of its new Innovent Pro metal 3D printer, which is designed for research and development applications.
6. Solidscape, Inc.: Solidscape, Inc.is a US-based company that was established in 1994 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers high-precision 3D printing systems and materials for jewelry, medical, and industrial applications. In October 2021, Solidscape announced the launch of its new S500+ high-precision 3D printer, which is designed for the jewelry industry.
7. Optomec: Optomec is a US-based company that was established in 1997 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers a range of materials including metals, ceramics, and polymers, as well as industrial 3D printing systems. In October 2021, Optomec announced the launch of its new "Laser Engineered Net Shaping" (LENS) 3D printing system, which is designed for metal printing applications.
8. SLM Solutions GmbH: SLM Solutions GmbH is a German company that was established in 2006 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers metal powders and laser melting machines for industrial applications. In September 2021, SLM Solutions announced the launch of its new NXG XII 600 3D printer, which is designed for industrial-scale metal printing applications.
9. Stratasys, Ltd.: Stratasys, Ltd. is an Israeli-US company that was established in 1988 and operates in the 3D printing materials market. It offers a range of materials including plastics, metals, and composites, as well as industrial 3D printing systems. In November 2021, Stratasys announced the launch of its new F120 Generation 3 3D printer, which is designed for prototyping and low-volume production applications.
Definition: 3D printing material refers to the raw material used in the process of additive manufacturing, which involves building three-dimensional objects by adding layers of material on top of each other.
