Decip

What Decip does

Decip (legal name DECIP MACHINES OUTILS) is a French family-owned industrial distribution and solutions provider founded in 1979 and headquartered in Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny, Haute-Savoie. The company serves French industrial manufacturers across precision machining, micro-mechanics, automotive supply, and general mechanical engineering, with a 45-year track record and installed base of 1,820 machines across 540+ customer companies. Decip does not manufacture equipment internally; instead, it acts as an official French distributor for 12+ international manufacturers spanning CNC turning (Esco, Nomura, Biglia, Fuji, Famar), CNC milling (Matsuura, Awea, Kiwa, Nomura), and additive manufacturing (HP, Formlabs, One Click Metal, Desktop Metal, Matsuura Lumex, Sinterit).

The core technology portfolio covers CNC machine tools (Swiss-type lathes, multi-axis turning centers, horizontal and vertical machining centers) and industrial 3D printing systems across metal LPBF, binder jetting, hybrid additive/subtractive, MSLA resin, SLS polymer, and high-temperature FFF. Equipment prices range from €2,238 (Formlabs Form 4 entry) to over €195,000 (Desktop Metal Shop System), with most industrial CNC and AM systems priced above €70,000. The technical differentiator is the curated multi-vendor portfolio and supporting expertise rather than proprietary technology.

Decip's revenue model combines one-time machine sales (the primary stream), recurring technical assistance services (after-sales support, training, remote troubleshooting — claimed 70% phone resolution), spare parts supply (5,200+ SKUs maintained in stock), and consumables/materials. The go-to-market is sales-led and direct: no channel partners, with engagement through website quote requests, phone contact, and trade shows like 3D Print Lyon. The company employs 30 collaborators and operates exclusively in France, with no public revenue disclosure, no external funding, and no parent company.

Name

Decip

Legal name

DECIP MACHINES OUTILS

Website

https://decip.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Decip is a French family-owned industrial distributor founded in 1979, selling CNC machine tools and 3D printing systems from 12+ international manufacturers to 540+ French industrial manufacturers, supported by 30 collaborators and an installed base of 1,820 machines.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Machine Tools & Additive Manufacturing Distribution

NAICS

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065)

akta.pro primary industry

CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

3D Printer Automation & Peripheral Hardware (Material Handling, Depowdering, Build Units) (IMAAAAAL), Prototype Jigs, Fixtures & Assembly Aids (Additive) (IMAAAFAE)

Keywords

• CNC machine tools
• Industrial 3D printing
• Additive manufacturing systems
• Precision turning lathes
• Machining centers

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-pierre-en-vaux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Machine Tool Sales: Sale of CNC machine tools including turning centers, milling centers, and multi-axis machines from partner manufacturers such as Biglia, Nomura, Fuji, Famar, Matsuura, Kiwa, and Awea. Revenue generated through direct sales with quote-based pricing.
2. 3D Printer Sales: Sale of industrial 3D printers and additive manufacturing systems including Formlabs (SLA/SLS), HP MJF, One Click Metal (LPBF metal), Desktop Metal (binder jetting), and Lumex hybrid machines. Equipment ranges from entry-level Form 4 at €2,238 to industrial systems exceeding €99,000.
3. Technical Assistance Services: After-sales technical support including remote troubleshooting, repair services, and production restart assistance. Claims 70% of production system failures resolved by phone. Training services on machines and software.
4. Spare Parts Supply: Supply of spare parts and replacement components. Company maintains over 5,200 spare parts references in stock for rapid delivery.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Decip sells and supports industrial machine tools (CNC turning, milling, micro-decolletage, vertical turning) and 3D printing/additive manufacturing systems for French industrial manufacturers. Its offering is built on exclusive distribution partnerships with manufacturers such as Matsuura, Biglia, Nomura, Esco, Famar, Fuji, Awea, Kiwa, HP, Formlabs, One Click Metal, Desktop Metal, and Sinterit, supplemented by after-sales technical assistance, training, and a 5,200+ spare parts inventory.

Product overview

Decip is a French industrial solutions provider (since 1979) selling machine tools and 3D additive manufacturing systems primarily as a distributor for partner manufacturers. The product portfolio spans: (1) Turning and Swiss-type CNC lathes from Biglia, Nomura, Esco, and Famar for bar work and micro-turning; (2) Milling machining centers (3-6 axis) from Matsuura, Awea, and Kiwa for production and high-speed applications; (3) Vertical turning centers from Famar for automated high-volume production; (4) Metal 3D printers via LPBF/Powder Bed Fusion (One Click Metal MPRINT/MPRINTpro with MPURE stations), binder jetting (Desktop Metal Shop System/Studio System), and hybrid systems (Matsuura LUMEX combining laser metal with UGV milling); (5) Polymer 3D printers including SLS (Formlabs Fuse 1+ and Fuse X1), MSLA resin (Formlabs Form 4/4B), and MJF industrial systems (HP MJF 1200, HP 600 HT filament); and (6) Post-processing equipment including Formlabs Wash/Cure/Sift/Blast, sintering furnaces, and powder management stations. Decip does not manufacture these products internally — it distributes and supports them as a French partner for the named manufacturers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Matsuura LUMEX Hybrid Metal 3D Printing + Milling Machines Hybrid additive/subtractive machines (Avance-25 and Avance-60) that combine laser metal powder fusion (SLM, 50µm layer) with ultra-precision UGV milling (45,000 rpm spindle) every 10 operations, enabling surface finishes unattainable on standard SLM machines. Distributed in France for tool steel, stainless, Inconel, aluminum, and cobalt chrome production.
• One Click Metal MPRINT / MPRINTpro Metal LPBF Printers German-engineered metal laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) systems with 200W (MPRINT) or 500W (MPRINTpro) fiber lasers, RFID-secured powder cartridges, ultrasonic sieving, and up to 500 hours of autonomous operation. Designed for accessibility in SMEs and industrial workshops; supports nickel alloy, aluminum, cobalt chrome, titanium, tool steel, and stainless steel.
• Desktop Metal Shop System and Studio System American metal binder jetting systems for office-friendly metal 3D printing. Shop System handles 4-16L build volumes at 700 cm³/h with 1600 dpi resolution (under €195,000 ex. VAT); Studio System uses bound metal deposition for desktop prototyping with included sintering furnace.
• Formlabs Form 4 and Form 4B MSLA Resin 3D Printers Masked stereolithography resin printers with 50µm pixel size, up to 100mm/hour print speed, and compatibility with 30+ resin materials (Flexible, Tough, Rigid, Clear, ESD, castable, BioMed). Form 4 from €2,238 ex. VAT; Form 4B (biocompatible) from €6,152 ex. VAT.
• Formlabs Fuse 1+ 30W SLS 3D Printer Selective Laser Sintering printer for nylon parts with 165x165x300mm (8L) build volume, 30W fiber laser, high powder recyclability, and integration with Fuse Sift powder management. Compatible with Nylon 12, Nylon 11, TPU 90A, and glass/carbon fiber reinforced materials. From €23,699 ex. VAT.
• Formlabs Fuse X1 Large-Format SLS 3D Printer Large-format SLS printer with 330x330x565mm (61L) build volume, 3x productivity vs. competitors, Print Intelligence AI for quality monitoring, and integrated workflow with Fuse Sift X1, Fuse Blast, and Vacuum Conveyor. Starting from €72,499 ex. VAT.
• HP Multi Jet Fusion 1200 Industrial 3D Printer Multi Jet Fusion industrial 3D printer with 1200 dpi resolution, 12L build volume, 900 thermal control points, nylon PA12 material, and up to 80% powder reuse. Compact design intended for small workshops, presented for the first time in France at 3D Print Lyon 2026, launch price under €99,000 ex. VAT.
• HP Industrial Filament 3D Printer 600 HT High-temperature industrial FFF/FDM printer with 380x380x420mm build volume, 500°C nozzle, 195°C heated chamber, dual extruders, and support for PEEK, PAEK, PEI, PC, ABS, and PA-CF. Modular system with NFC material traceability and built-in post-annealing. First presented in France at 3D Print Lyon 2026.
• Sinterit Lisa Pro Compact SLS 3D Printer Compact SLS 3D printer with 110x160x245mm build volume, 5W IR diode laser, and open material parameters for PA12, PA11, PA11 ESD, PA11 CF, PP, and TPU. Available turnkey at €18,000 ex. VAT, targeting education and research.
• Biglia B-Series Universal CNC Turning Lathes (B620 / B750 / B1250) Italian universal CNC turning lathes for bar or chuck work, available with 51-100mm bar capacity, 15-16 station turrets, optional C/Y axes, live tooling, motorized turning tools, and rotary spindle. Sold in France for medium-to-large series production.
• Biglia QUATTRO Multi-Axis CNC Turning Lathes (BMX45 / BMX70-Y2 / B446-B465) Italian bi-spindle, bi- and tri-turret CNC turning lathes with up to 12 controlled axes, multiple C/Y axes, and Mitsubishi 800VS CNC. Designed for medium to very large series production of complex parts; latest BMX70-Y2 launched in 2025.
• Nomura NN-Series Sliding Headstock CNC Lathes Japanese sliding headstock automatic lathes covering diameters 10-42mm with up to 15,000 rpm spindles, multiple rotary tools, and complex multi-axis capabilities (B-axis models). Full NN series includes NN-10J, NN-10EX2, NN-16SB7, NN-20J3/J3XB/UB8, NN-25UB8, NN-32J/JXB/KM/UB8/DB, NN-38KM/UB8; NN-10J priced at €79,000 ex. VAT ex-works Decip.
• Esco D-Series and NM-Series Micro-Turning Lathes Swiss-made Escomatic micro-turning machines (D2-D3 CNC, D5-D6 CNC/Ultra/Twin, NM-6 Flexi, NM-8 Flexi) handling diameters 0.3-8mm with up to 18,000 rpm spindles for high-productivity watchmaking (0.5-2mm axes), medical, electronics connectors, and micro-mechanics.
• Famar Vertical Turning Lathes (SUB / BISUB / TANDEM / ERGO / PRONTO) Italian vertical turning centers covering diameters 140-815mm with 3-second automated load/unload. Ranges include SUB/BISUB (small fast), TANDEM (dual-spindle), ERGO (customizable with integrated milling/grinding), and PRONTO (standard). Designed for high-volume automotive and production lines.
• Fuji CNC Turning Lathes (GYROFLEX / CSD / CSS / TN) Japanese CNC turning machines: GYROFLEX multifunction turning with B-axis milling head and 70-tool capacity; CSD-series dual front spindle lathes (CSD200/CSD300II/CSD400) for parallel production; CSS300 single-spindle for line integration; TN-series horizontal single-spindle lathes (TN300II/TN400II).
• Matsuura 5-Axis Machining Centers (MAM72 / MX-520T / LX-160) Japanese 5-axis horizontal and vertical machining centers including MAM72-100H (1000mm work envelope, tilting A-axis, MAXIA spindle, up to 209-tool magazine), MX-520T PC4 (4-pallet automation, ±0.002mm accuracy), and LX-160/LF-160 high-speed precision machining center (Matsuura L-Tech 31i CNC).
• Matsuura H.Plus Horizontal Machining Centers (300 / 405 / 500 / 630) Japanese high-rigidity horizontal machining centers with 300-630mm pallets, BBT40/BBT50 spindles up to 15-20,000 rpm, up to 245 tools, and 2-6 pallets. Designed for autonomous high-volume production.
• Matsuura VX / LV Vertical Machining Centers Japanese vertical machining centers covering VX-660, VX-1000, VX-1500, and LV-500 (linear motor high-precision) with travels up to 1524x700x610mm, BBT40 spindles up to 46,000 rpm, and through-spindle coolant for precision mold/die and aerospace work.
• Awea Vertical Machining Centers (VP-Series / AF-Series / BM-Series) Taiwanese gantry and prismatic vertical machining centers for 3-5 axis milling in automotive, aerospace, mold/die, and energy. Includes VP-1612/2012/3012 gantry series, AF1460Y (linear guides, 12,000 rpm), and super-rigid BM-1165 with 15,000 rpm BBT40 spindle.
• Kiwa KH-Series Horizontal Machining Centers Japanese horizontal machining centers (KH-4100kai and KH-4500kai) with 400-500mm tables, 80m/min rapids, 1.0G acceleration, BT40/BBT50 spindles up to 20,000 rpm, and up to 240-tool magazine. Used for automotive and general production machining.
• Nomura DST-Series Vertical Machining Centers (Drilling/Tapping) Japanese high-speed vertical machining centers for drilling and tapping: DST-40A/40L with 60m/min rapids and 15-24,000 rpm BBT30 spindle; DST-36D roto-pallet model with 2x650x400mm pallets for high-volume production.
• Formlabs Post-Processing Equipment (Fuse Sift, Fuse Blast, Form Wash, Form Cure) Complete post-processing solutions for Formlabs printers: Fuse Sift (powder management with HEPA filter, 80% reuse), Fuse Blast (automated cleaning/polishing in 10 min), Form Wash (solvent washing, 5-10 min cycles), Form Cure (405nm LED curing with pre-set parameters).
• Desktop Metal Sintering Furnace High-temperature sintering furnace for Desktop Metal binder jetting systems. Features 1400°C max temperature, staged heating for binder burn-out and sintering, modular shelves, integrated sintering parameters per material, under-48h cycle time, real-time monitoring, and compact low-gas design.
• One Click Metal MPURE / MPUREpro Powder Management Stations 2-in-1 powder unpacking and ultrasonic sieving stations for MPRINT metal 3D printers. Features hermetic cartridges, vacuum powder transfer, enclosed glove-box design, and compatibility with MPRINT/MPRINTpro for powder recycling.
• Formlabs 3D Printing Materials (Resins and SLS Powders) Over 35 Formlabs consumable materials including resins (Flexible, Tough, Rigid, Clear, ESD, Castable, BioMed) and SLS powders (Nylon 12, Nylon 11, TPU 90A, glass/carbon fiber reinforced). For prototyping, final production, medical, jewelry, and electronics applications.
• Decip Technical Assistance Service After-sales technical support service covering remote troubleshooting, on-site repair, and production restart assistance for distributed machine tools and 3D printers. Claims 70% of production system failures resolved by phone, with machine restart targeted within 48 hours.
• Decip Spare Parts Supply Spare parts and replacement components for the full range of distributed machine tools and 3D printers, with over 5,200 spare parts references in stock for rapid delivery.
• Decip Custom Training Programs Tailored training programs on distributed machines and associated software (2D, 3D, FAO/CAM). Delivered in-house in collaboration with the partner manufacturers to ensure customer teams can operate equipment optimally.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of production system failures resolved by phone
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Esco / EscomaticcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss manufacturer of micro-turning machines (D2, D3, D5, D6 series). Long-standing partnership of over 20 years. ESCO escomatic machines handle diameters 0.3-8mm with high productivity for watchmaking, medical, and electronics industries. Decip distributes full range including D2-D3 CNC, D5-D6 CNC/Ultra/Twin, and NM-6/8 Flexi models.
• NomuracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese manufacturer of sliding headstock CNC自动机床 (automatic lathes). Full range from NN-10J to NN-38 series for diameters 3-42mm. Machines feature up to 15,000 rpm spindles, multiple rotary tools, and complex multi-axis capabilities (B-axis models).
• BigliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of CNC turning centers. Historical partnership from company founding. Products include B620/B750/B1250 universal turning centers and QUATTRO series multi-axis turning machines (BMX45, BMX70) with 2-3 turrets, dual spindles, and Y-axis capability for complex bar work.
• FujicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese manufacturer of CNC turning and machining centers. Products include TN/TN400II single-spindle lathes, CSD/CSS dual-spindle turning centers, and GYROFLEX multifunction turning with integrated milling head and 70 tools capacity.
• FamarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of vertical turning centers and production lines. Products include PRONTO (standard), ERGO (custom), TANDEM (dual-spindle) series, and SUB/BISUB models with 3-second load/unload time. Known for automotive production lines with high customization.
• MatsuuracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese manufacturer of 3-5 axis machining centers and hybrid additive manufacturing. Partnership of over 20 years. Products include MAM72 (5-axis horizontal), H.Plus (horizontal), VX/LX (vertical/high-speed), LV-500 (linear motor) series, and LUMEX hybrid metal 3D + milling machines.
• AweamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTaiwanese manufacturer of vertical machining centers. Products include VP (gantry series), BM/AF (prismatic/linear guide series), and FCV/FV models for 3-5 axis milling in automotive, aerospace, and mold/die applications.
• KiwamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese manufacturer of horizontal machining centers (KH series). Known for robust construction, precision, and advanced technology. Models include KH-4100kai and KH-4500kai with up to 240-tool magazine capacity.
• HP Additive ManufacturingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial HP Additive Manufacturing distributor in France (excluding dental sector). Products include MJF 1200/5000/5600/5420W Multi Jet Fusion printers and Industrial Filament 600 HT for high-temperature polymers (PEEK, PAEK).
• FormlabscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Formlabs distributor in France (excluding dental sector). Full range including Form 4/4B (MSLA), Form 4L/4BL, Fuse 1+ 30W (SLS), Fuse X1 (large-format SLS), plus post-processing equipment (Form Wash, Form Cure, Fuse Sift, Fuse Blast). 35+ material options.
• One Click MetalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman manufacturer of accessible metal LPBF 3D printing systems. Products include MPRINT (200W laser), MPRINTpro (500W laser), MPURE/MPUREpro (unpacking and sieving stations). Designed for SMEs and industrial workshops with simplified operation.
• Desktop MetalmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmerican manufacturer of metal binder jetting systems. Products include Shop System (4-16L build volume, 1600 dpi) and Studio System (bound metal deposition, desktop-friendly) plus sintering furnace.
• Lumex (Matsuura)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMatsuura hybrid additive manufacturing machines combining laser metal powder fusion with ultra-precision milling. LUMEX Avance-25 (250x250mm) and Avance-60 (600x600mm) deliver impossible surface finishes on standard SLM through integrated 45,000 rpm milling every 10 operations.
• SinteritminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish manufacturer of compact SLS 3D printers. Lisa Pro model available in stock at Decip for €18,000 HT, targeting education and research applications with open material parameters.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Mazak France: French subsidiary of a major Japanese machine tool manufacturer selling CNC turning, milling, and multi-axis machining centers directly to industrial customers. Competes with Decip for French industrial capex on premium CNC equipment.
• MatterHackers: Large online distributor of 3D printers, materials, and accessories serving industrial and prosumer customers across multiple geographies. Directly comparable to Decip as a non-manufacturing 3D printing equipment distributor with a multi-brand portfolio and post-sale support focus.
• DMG Mori France: Direct French subsidiary of a leading global machine tool manufacturer selling CNC turning, milling, and hybrid additive systems directly to industrial customers. Competes with Decip for the same French industrial capex budget and bypasses the independent distributor channel.
• Tomo3D: French distributor of industrial 3D printing solutions and additive manufacturing equipment. Comparable to Decip in French-market focus, multi-brand 3D printer distribution (HP, Formlabs, etc.), and B2B technical sales to industrial customers.

Broad incumbents

• Hoffmann Group: European industrial tool and equipment distributor with own-brand and partner products, including machining and quality equipment. Comparable multi-brand distribution model serving industrial customers, with stronger pan-European footprint than Decip.
• 3D Systems: Global 3D printer manufacturer with growing direct-sales and on-demand parts services that competes with the channel-based distribution model Decip relies on. Comparable in product category (industrial additive manufacturing equipment) but operates as the OEM side of the channel rather than as a distributor.
• Stratasys: Global 3D printer manufacturer with direct and partner-channel sales of industrial polymer AM systems. Competes with Decip's portfolio of partner brands (Formlabs, HP MJF) for industrial 3D printer capex in France.
• Würth Industrie France: French subsidiary of a leading European industrial supplies and equipment distributor serving manufacturing customers with fastening, tooling, and increasingly production equipment. Comparable business model (multi-brand B2B distribution to manufacturers) but at significantly larger scale and broader product scope.
• MSC Industrial: Large US-based broad-line industrial distributor with growing 3D printing and metalworking equipment offerings, plus MRO supplies. Comparable as a multi-channel industrial equipment distributor, though operating at much larger scale and broader scope than Decip.

Emerging players

• Aniwaa: French-headquartered 3D printing comparison platform and marketplace serving both French and international buyers. Partially comparable to Decip in French-market 3D printing customer-acquisition, though the business model differs (lead-generation/marketplace vs. equipment distribution).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/decip

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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