What Top 3D Shop Inc. does

Top 3D Shop Inc. is a US-headquartered digital manufacturing integrator and e-commerce retailer founded in 2013 in Bakersfield, California, with a secondary regional presence in Spain. The company sells industrial and professional 3D printers (FDM, SLA/LCD, SLS, and metal SLM), 3D scanners (handheld, desktop, laser, structured-light), collaborative robots, AMRs, humanoid robots, CNC machines, and laser cutters, alongside consumables (filaments, resins) and complementary services. It operates as an authorized reseller and integrator for at least eight equipment OEMs, including Chinese metal-printer manufacturers (HBD, BLT, E-Plus 3D), the Polish SLS producer Sinterit, the Shining 3D scanner line, Korean cobot maker Hanwha, and US-based Formlabs.

Name

Top 3D Shop Inc.

Legal name

Top 3D Shop

Website

https://top3dshop.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Top 3D Shop Inc. is a US-based digital manufacturing integrator and e-commerce retailer, selling 3D printers, scanners, robots, and CNC equipment across multiple brands to manufacturers, dental labs, aerospace firms, and educational institutions since 2013.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Manufacturing Equipment & Integration

NAICS

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459), Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (32619)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Retail-Computer & Computer Software Stores (5734)

akta.pro primary industry

3D Printing Parts & Electronics Integration Retail (CRACAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH), Electronics & Industrial Component 3D Printing Services (enclosures, fixtures, functional parts) (IMAAADAL)

Keywords

• 3D printers
• 3D scanners
• Digital manufacturing integration
• Collaborative robots
• Additive manufacturing consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Bakersfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sales of 3D printers, 3D scanners, CNC machines, robots, and related equipment through e-commerce platform
2. Consumables Sales: Sales of filaments, resins, and other consumables for 3D printing equipment
3. Digital Manufacturing Bureau Services: Delivering 5,000+ projects through their in-house digital manufacturing capabilities
4. Technology and Operational Consulting: Consulting services for digital manufacturing integration and optimization

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Top 3D Shop is a digital manufacturing integrator and e-commerce retailer selling 3D printers, 3D scanners, collaborative robots, laser cutters, and consumables. It also provides technology and operational consulting, integration, and training to help businesses adopt additive manufacturing and robotics.

Product overview

Top 3D Shop Inc. operates as a Digital Manufacturing Integrator and Store offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial 3D printing, scanning, robotics, and laser cutting solutions. The company was founded in 2013 and serves over 10,000 businesses. Their product lineup centers on core equipment categories (3D Printers, 3D Scanners, Robots, Laser Cutters) supplemented by consumables (Filament, Resins) and professional services (Consulting, Training, Case Studies). They distribute and integrate products from multiple manufacturers including HBD SLM metal printers, Hanwha HCR collaborative robots, BLT metal 3D printers, E-Plus 3D industrial systems, Sinterit SLS printers, Sinterjet binder jetting systems, and Shining 3D scanners. The company was named Best Digital Manufacturing Integrator by 3D Print Awards in 2018 and offers technology and operational consulting alongside equipment sales. With a team of 80+ 3D printing professionals, they provide integration services including installation, commissioning, and operator training for industrial manufacturing environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 3D Printers Comprehensive range of 3D printing equipment including FDM, Resin (SLA/LCD), SLS, and Metal 3D printers across professional, industrial, and large-format categories.
• 3D Scanners Professional and industrial-grade 3D scanning solutions including handheld, desktop, laser, and structured light scanners for reverse engineering, quality control, and dental applications.
• Robots Collaborative robots (cobots), educational robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMR), and humanoid robots for manufacturing automation and machine tending.
• Laser Cutters Diode and CO2 laser cutting and engraving machines for processing wood, acrylic, leather, fabrics, and anodized metal.
• Filament 3D printer filament materials including ABS, PLA, PETG, Nylon, ASA, Carbon Fiber, TPU, PVA, HIPS, and PEEK in various colors from brands like Zyltech, CCTREE, Raise3D, and Push Plastic.
• Resins 3D printing resins for standard, engineering, jewelry, dental, and casting applications from Phrozen, Shining3D, and Uniz.
• Metal 3D Printers (HBD SLM Series) Selective Laser Melting (SLM) metal 3D printers including HBD-80, HBD-150, HBD-150D, HBD-200, HBD-350, HBD-500, and HBD-E500 for dental, medical, aerospace, and industrial applications.
• Hanwha HCR Cobots Collaborative robots including HCR-3 (3kg payload), HCR-5 (5kg payload), and HCR-12 (12kg payload) for machine tending, assembly, pick-and-place, and palletizing applications.
• BLT Metal 3D Printers SLM metal 3D printers from Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies including BLT-A160, BLT-A300, BLT-A320, and BLT-S400 series for dentistry, aerospace, automotive, and tooling applications.
• E-Plus 3D Industrial Printers Industrial 3D printers based on SLM (EP-M series), SLS (EP-P and EP-C series), and SLA (EP-A series) technologies for aerospace, automotive, healthcare, dentistry, and tooling applications.
• Sinterit SLS 3D Printers Selective Laser Sintering 3D printers including Lisa, Lisa Pro, Lisa X, and NILS 480 for functional prototyping and end-use parts.
• Sinterjet M60 Metal Binder Jetting Metal binder jetting 3D printer from Sintertek for affordable metal part manufacturing with compact desktop form factor.
• Shining 3D / Einstar Scanners Professional 3D scanners including Einstar, Einscan H, Einscan H2, Einscan HX, Einscan Pro 2X, Einscan Pro HD, and Einscan-SP for various scanning applications.
• Technology and Operational Consulting Digital manufacturing integration services including technology consulting, workflow optimization, and operational excellence to help businesses adopt additive manufacturing and robotics.
• Training Services Expert training programs for 3D printing, 3D scanning, 3D modeling, plastic casting, laser cutting, and CNC milling operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% customer satisfaction rate with customer service
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HBD (H3D HBD)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHBD is a Chinese metal 3D printer manufacturer (SLM technology) founded in 2007. Top 3D Shop is an authorized reseller of HBD products including HBD-150D, HBD-100D, HBD-200, HBD-350, HBD-500, and HBD-E500 models. HBD has over 200 patented technologies and certifications including ISO9001 and AS9100D.
• Shining 3D (EinScan)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese 3D scanner manufacturer specializing in structured light and handheld scanners. Top 3D Shop distributes EinScan product line including Einscan Pro 2X, Einscan HX, Einscan H2, Einscan SP, and Einstar scanners.
• SinteritcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish SLS 3D printer manufacturer. Top 3D Shop distributes Sinterit Lisa, Lisa Pro, Lisa X, and NILS 480 SLS printers for polymer powder printing.
• Hanwha RoboticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean collaborative robot manufacturer (formerly Samsung Techwin). Top 3D Shop distributes Hanwha HCR cobot series (HCR-3, HCR-5, HCR-12) for automation applications including machine tending, assembly, and palletizing.
• BLT (Bright Laser Technologies)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese metal 3D printer manufacturer (Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies) with over 10 years experience. Top 3D Shop distributes BLT SLM printers including A-series (A160, A300, A320) and S-series (S400) for aerospace, automotive, medical, and dental applications.
• E-Plus 3DcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese industrial 3D printer manufacturer founded in 2014 with facilities in Beijing, Hangzhou, and Stuttgart. Top 3D Shop distributes E-Plus 3D SLM, SLS, and SLA printers including EP-M1250, EP-M150 Dental, and EP-P420 models.
• FormlabscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmerican SLA 3D printer manufacturer. Top 3D Shop distributes Formlabs Form 2 and related SLA printers for precision prototyping and production applications.
• DOBOT RoboticsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese collaborative robot manufacturer founded in 2015, known for desktop collaborative robots. Top 3D Shop distributes DOBOT CR series robots for automation and education.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• MatterHackers: Multi-brand 3D printer retailer and service bureau operating its own storefront, offering consumer and industrial FDM/SLA/SLS machines, consumables, and training—the closest direct analog as a 3D printing e-commerce + integrator.
• Protolabs: Large on-demand digital manufacturing service bureau offering 3D printing alongside CNC, injection molding, and sheet metal. Competes most directly with Top 3D Shop's in-house bureau services and integrator role for industrial customers.
• Xometry: AI-driven marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, including 3D printing, CNC, and sheet metal. Targets the same SMB-to-enterprise manufacturers seeking outsourced parts and competes for service bureau volume.
• Sculpteo: Online 3D printing service bureau and material marketplace serving the same mix of industrial designers, engineers, and small manufacturers as Top 3D Shop.

Broad incumbents

• Formlabs: Manufacturer of professional SLA 3D printers (Form series) with direct e-commerce, materials, and service; a key distributed brand and a competing supplier-as-retailer that can disintermediate resellers like Top 3D Shop.
• 3D Systems: Original 3D printing equipment manufacturer with both direct sales and distributor channels across plastics, metals, and dental. Their integrator program overlaps with Top 3D Shop's digital manufacturing integration positioning.
• Stratasys: Major industrial and professional 3D printer manufacturer with FDM, PolyJet, and SAF product lines plus direct service bureau (Stratasys Direct). Competes at the higher end of Top 3D Shop's industrial customer book.
• Markforged: Industrial metal and composite 3D printer manufacturer with direct sales and a reseller channel targeting manufacturers—a competitor in metal additive manufacturing that Top 3D Shop also sells through.

Emerging players

• Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs): Global on-demand manufacturing platform connecting buyers with vetted manufacturing partners for 3D printing, CNC, and sheet metal—competes on the service bureau side with automated quoting and broad supplier network.
• GoEngineer (SolidWorks/3D reseller): Multi-brand 3D printing and CAD/CAM software reseller and integrator targeting manufacturing engineering buyers—an adjacent integrator model that overlaps customer segments and vendor-neutral value proposition.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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