Shapeways
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Verified supplier · Last verified 30 Oct 2026
Shapeways is a leading digital manufacturing platform offering 3D printing services across 12 additive technologies and 90+ materials. Founded in 2008, the company has manufactured over 24 million parts for customers across 180+ countries, serving industries from aerospace and defense to medical devices and robotics. Shapeways combines proprietary processes, expert operators, and rigorous quality inspections to deliver reliable, high-quality custom parts at scale without minimum order quantities.
What makes them different
Shapeways' core differentiation is its ability to serve both single-part prototyping (n=1) and high-volume production (n=10,000+) without minimum order quantities. The company operates a distributed network of 3D printing facilities with 12 different additive technologies, enabling rapid iteration and fast turnaround times. Their proprietary design optimization services, API integrations with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Etsy), and on-demand manufacturing model eliminate traditional tooling constraints and enable mass customization at production scale.
Industries served
- Aerospace & Defense
- Medical Devices
- Robotics
- Consumer Electronics
- Niche/Custom Hardware
Capacity
24+ million parts manufactured to date; operates globally across 180+ countries with 1+ million global customers; supports production from single parts to 10,000+ unit volumes with no minimum order quantities; offers rapid turnaround with fast delivery options
Technologies
- SLS
- SAF
- MJF
Materials
- PA12 Nylon
Certifications
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
Typical lead time: Not explicitly stated on homepage
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