APPLE TREE
APPLE TREE Corporation is a Japanese multi-brand distributor and service provider for 3D printers, 3D scanners, and consumables, serving enterprise manufacturers (Toyota, Sony, LIXIL, Omron) and universities across Japan via direct sales, showrooms, e-commerce, and the PRINThub on-demand manufacturing platform.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersOsaka, Japan
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What APPLE TREE does
APPLE TREE Corporation (APPLE TREE株式会社) is a Japanese digital fabrication company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Osaka, with a sales office in Tokyo and a showroom in Nagoya. The company operates as a multi-brand authorized distributor of 3D printing and 3D scanning technologies in Japan, representing international manufacturers including FLASHFORGE, Markforged, Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, SCANTECH, 3DMakerpro, PollyPolymer, and STARAY. Beyond hardware distribution, APPLE TREE runs proprietary service lines including DeepMaker (a showroom and laboratory facility launched in 2023), PRINThub (an on-demand decentralized 3D printing manufacturing service launched in 2025 with Nagoya Kogei), 3D measurement and reverse engineering services, and a STEAM education program. Materials from brands such as eSUN, FusRock, Polymaker, and Verbatim are sold alongside the hardware portfolio.
APPLE TREE firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- APPLE TREE
- Legal name
- APPLE TREE株式会社
- Website
- https://apple-tree.co.jp
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- APPLE TREE Corporation is a Japanese multi-brand distributor and service provider for 3D printers, 3D scanners, and consumables, serving enterprise manufacturers (Toyota, Sony, LIXIL, Omron) and universities across Japan via direct sales, showrooms, e-commerce, and the PRINThub on-demand manufacturing platform.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
APPLE TREE industry classification
Industry- Product category
- 3D Printing and Scanning Distribution
- NAICS
- Printing and Related Support Activities (3231), Printing (32311), Printing and Related Support Activities (323)
- SIC
- Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555), Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790)
- akta.pro primary industry
- 3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC), Electronics & Industrial Component 3D Printing Services (enclosures, fixtures, functional parts) (IMAAADAL)
Keywords
Where APPLE TREE is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Osaka
- HQ country
- Japan
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
APPLE TREE business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- 3D Printer and Scanner Sales: APPLE TREE generates revenue primarily through the sale of 3D printers and 3D scanners from distributed brands (Formlabs, UltiMaker, FlashForge, Markforged, Bambu Lab, SCANTECH, 3DMakerpro, PollyPolymer, STARAY). Revenue is one-time at point of sale with no recurring component for the hardware itself.
- 3D Printing Service (PRINThub): The company operates PRINThub, an on-demand 3D printing manufacturing service. Revenue is generated per print job as customers pay for specific parts or prototypes to be produced on demand. This provides a usage-based revenue stream without requiring customers to purchase equipment.
- 3D Measurement and Reverse Engineering Services: APPLE TREE provides 3D measurement (3D scanning/metis) and reverse engineering services, helping customers digitize physical objects and create engineering-ready 3D models. These are professional service engagements billed per project.
- Consumables, Materials, and Accessories: Sale of filaments, resins, and accessories that are consumed in 3D printing operations. Recurring revenue stream tied to the installed base of sold machines.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | FlashForge Creator4S Pro — starting from ¥1,500,000 |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | General equipment (3D printers, scanners) — Quote-based pricing |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | PRINThub On-Demand 3D Printing — Usage-based |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Consumables (filaments, resins) — Per unit |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
APPLE TREE product offering
Product offeringCore offering
APPLE TREE distributes and supports 3D printers and 3D scanners from multiple international brands (FLASHFORGE, Markforged, Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, PollyPolymer, SCANTECH, 3DMakerpro, STARAY) across Japan. The company complements hardware distribution with the PRINThub cloud-based on-demand 3D printing service, DeepMaker showroom/lab, STEAM education programs, and professional 3D measurement and reverse engineering services.
Product overview
APPLE TREE is a Japanese distributor and retailer specializing in 3D printers and 3D scanners. The company operates on a multi-brand distribution model, offering products from FLASHFORGE, Markforged, Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, PollyPolymer (3D printers), SCANTECH, and 3DMakerpro (3D scanners). In addition to product distribution, APPLE TREE provides its own service offerings including DeepMaker (showroom and lab facility), PRINThub (decentralized on-demand 3D printing manufacturing network), STEAM education programs, and third-party dimensional measurement and reverse engineering services. Materials including filaments and resins are sold through the company's online store, with support services covering installation assistance and tax incentive programs for qualifying businesses.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- DeepMaker: 3D printer showroom and lab service offering hands-on demonstrations and educational services for 3D printing technology.
- PRINThub
Products and services
- PRINThub Cloud-based on-demand 3D printing manufacturing service that aggregates multiple 3D printer machines across Japan into a decentralized manufacturing network. Customers can submit print jobs remotely and receive finished parts without owning equipment.
- DeepMaker 3D printer showroom and laboratory facility where customers can experience APPLE TREE's 3D printing and scanning equipment firsthand, receive hands-on demonstrations, and access technical consultation for equipment selection and implementation.
- STEAM Education (STEAM教育) Educational programs focused on 3DCAD and 3D printer operation, targeting children and educators to cultivate the next generation of manufacturing talent.
- 3D Measurement Service (三次元測定) Third-party dimensional measurement service using high-precision 3D scanning technology. Supports quality control, inspection, and dimensional analysis for precision parts.
- Reverse Engineering Service (リバースエンジニアリング) Reverse engineering services that convert physical objects into digital CAD data using 3D scanning technology, enabling redesign, reproduction, and optimization of existing parts.
- FLASHFORGE 3D Printers
- Markforged 3D Printers
- Bambu Lab 3D Printers
- Formlabs 3D Printers Stereolithography (SLA) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printers from Formlabs including the Fuse X1 SLS printer. Known for high precision, smooth surface finish, and a wide range of photopolymer resin materials for professional applications.
- UltiMaker 3D Printers Industrial-grade FFF 3D printers from UltiMaker, including the Factor 4 Plus. Features large build volumes, high-performance material compatibility, and traceability features designed for continuous 24/7 factory operation.
- PollyPolymer 3D Printers
- SCANTECH 3D Scanners
- 3DMakerpro 3D Scanners
- FusRock Filaments 3D printing filament materials from FusRock, including TPU Aero - a lightweight foam-like TPU filament combining high elasticity with durability for sports equipment, wearable devices, and industrial applications.
Quantifiable outcome
- Reduced need for upfront capital investment through on-demand manufacturing model
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use APPLE TREE
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
APPLE TREE technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration16 records
Feature1 record
APPLE TREE partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- FormlabscoreAPPLE TREE is an authorized distributor of Formlabs products in Japan. Formlabs is a leading manufacturer of stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers. Through this distribution partnership, APPLE TREE sells and supports Formlabs printers to enterprise and educational customers throughout Japan.
- UltiMakercoreAPPLE TREE is an authorized distributor of UltiMaker products in Japan. UltiMaker produces industrial FDM (fused deposition modeling) 3D printers known for reliability and open material support. APPLE TREE provides sales, support, and after-sales service for UltiMaker products in the Japanese market.
- FlashForgecoreAPPLE TREE is an authorized distributor of FlashForge products in Japan, including the Creator4S Pro dual-extrusion IDEX 3D printer. FlashForge manufactures FDM and resin 3D printers targeting professional and industrial users.
- MarkforgedcoreAPPLE TREE distributes Markforged industrial 3D printers in Japan. Markforged specializes in continuous fiber reinforcement 3D printing technology that produces parts with metal-equivalent strength, targeting aerospace, automotive, and defense applications.
- Bambu LabcoreAPPLE TREE is an authorized distributor of Bambu Lab 3D printers in Japan. Bambu Lab is a rapidly growing manufacturer of high-speed, multi-color FDM 3D printers known for their automated material handling and open filament system.
- SCANTECHcoreAPPLE TREE distributes SCANTECH 3D scanning products in Japan, including the SIMSCAN handheld 3D scanner which has received the Red Dot Design Award. SCANTECH specializes in high-precision structured light 3D scanners for industrial metrology, reverse engineering, and quality inspection applications.
- 3DMakerprocoreAPPLE TREE is an authorized distributor of 3DMakerpro products in Japan. 3DMakerpro manufactures professional-grade 3D scanners including the Mole and Seal series, targeting professional scanning applications in engineering, design, and cultural heritage preservation.
- PollyPolymerminorAPPLE TREE distributes PollyPolymer products in Japan. PollyPolymer manufactures industrial 3D printers and materials for professional and production applications.
- STARAYminorAPPLE TREE distributes STARAY products in Japan. STARAY is a 3D scanner manufacturer offering handheld and desktop scanning solutions for various professional applications.
- Nagoya KogeicorePRINThub is a service launched by APPLE TREE in collaboration with Nagoya Kogei (名古屋交友). Nagoya Kogei contributes its manufacturing expertise and 3D printing capabilities to the PRINThub on-demand printing network. This is a co-development and co-marketing partnership that combines APPLE TREE's platform capabilities with Nagoya Kogei's manufacturing expertise to deliver a nationwide decentralized manufacturing service.
- eSUNminorAPPLE TREE distributes eSUN filament and resin materials in Japan. eSUN is a leading manufacturer of 3D printing filaments and resins, offering a wide range of materials including PLA, ABS, PETG, and specialty filaments compatible with various FDM 3D printers.
- PolymakerminorAPPLE TREE distributes Polymaker filaments and resins in Japan. Polymaker is known for its high-quality 3D printing materials including PolyLite, PolyMax, and PolyFlex product lines, recognized for reliability and printability across a wide range of FDM printers.
- VerbatimminorAPPLE TREE distributes Verbatim 3D printing materials in Japan. Verbatim, a well-known brand in data storage and consumer electronics, also manufactures 3D printing filaments including PLA and other standard materials for the consumer and professional desktop 3D printing markets.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
APPLE TREE competitors and assessment
Company assessmentRegional players
- Würth Additive Group: Würth Additive distributes industrial 3D printing solutions across Europe with system integration and consulting services. Closest European analog to APPLE TREE's multi-brand industrial 3D printing distribution model.
Direct peers
- Materialise: Materialise combines 3D printing software, on-demand manufacturing services, and industrial solutions. Comparable end-to-end digital fabrication stack including reverse engineering and engineering services.
- BigRep: BigRep designs, manufactures, and sells large-format industrial 3D printers with associated services and materials. Operates in a comparable industrial 3D printing hardware and services space.
- Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs): Hubs runs a distributed on-demand 3D printing and CNC manufacturing network that matches customer orders to partner machines globally. Directly comparable to PRINThub's decentralized manufacturing thesis.
- Shapeways: Shapeways provides on-demand 3D printing services to designers, engineers, and enterprises via an aggregated manufacturing network. Comparable to APPLE TREE's PRINThub service in the on-demand manufacturing model.
- Xometry: Xometry operates a global on-demand manufacturing marketplace aggregating partner CNC, 3D printing, and sheet metal capacity. PRINThub is essentially a Japan-localized version of this on-demand manufacturing network model.
- MatterHackers: MatterHackers is a US-based multi-brand 3D printer and material retailer that also offers professional 3D printing services. Its combination of multi-brand distribution, consumables, and on-demand services is the closest analog to APPLE TREE's business model outside Japan.
Broad incumbents
- 3D Systems: 3D Systems manufactures and sells 3D printers, materials, and on-demand services across plastics and metals globally. Comparable to the types of brands APPLE TREE distributes, with broader scale and vertical integration.
- Stratasys: Stratasys is a major 3D printer manufacturer (FDM, PolyJet) with direct enterprise sales channels. While not a distributor, it represents the type of OEM that competes for the same enterprise customers APPLE TREE serves.
- Protolabs: Protolabs is a large digital manufacturing services provider offering CNC, injection molding, and 3D printing on-demand. Operates broadly across multiple manufacturing technologies rather than specializing in 3D printing distribution like APPLE TREE.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
APPLE TREE social profiles
Digital presenceAPPLE TREE compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance7 records
APPLE TREE financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
APPLE TREE leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
APPLE TREE funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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APPLE TREE M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about APPLE TREE
What does APPLE TREE do?
APPLE TREE distributes and supports 3D printers and 3D scanners from multiple international brands (FLASHFORGE, Markforged, Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, PollyPolymer, SCANTECH, 3DMakerpro, STARAY) across Japan. The company complements hardware distribution with the PRINThub cloud-based on-demand 3D printing service, DeepMaker showroom/lab, STEAM education programs, and professional 3D measurement and reverse engineering services.
Is APPLE TREE a public or private company?
APPLE TREE is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was APPLE TREE founded?
APPLE TREE was founded in 2012. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is APPLE TREE based?
APPLE TREE is headquartered in Osaka, Japan, in the Asia region.
How does APPLE TREE make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. 3D Printer and Scanner Sales are the primary driver. The others are 3D Printing Service (PRINThub), 3D Measurement and Reverse Engineering Services and consumables, Materials, and Accessories.
Who are APPLE TREE's main competitors?
Würth Additive Group is listed as a regional player. Direct peers are Materialise, BigRep, Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs), Shapeways, Xometry and MatterHackers. Broad incumbents are 3D Systems, Stratasys and Protolabs.
Does APPLE TREE have an API?
No public API is recorded for APPLE TREE.
What industry is APPLE TREE in?
APPLE TREE's product category is 3D Printing and Scanning Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDACAEAH, 3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing), with a secondary code of EDAEAIAC, Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces). Its NAICS code is 3231 and its SIC code is 3555.