What Voxeljet does

voxeljet AG is a German industrial 3D printing company founded in 1999 as a spin-off from the Technical University of Munich and headquartered in Friedberg, Germany, with manufacturing in Gersthofen under a long-term lease through 2037. The company designs and manufactures large-format industrial 3D printers based on two proprietary technologies: Universal Binder Jetting (UBJ), which uses dynamic inline inkjet print heads to deposit binder on sand, PMMA, or ceramic powders; and High Speed Sintering (HSS), a proprietary laser-free process using heat-reactive binders to sinter polymer powders including PA12, PP, TPU, PEBA, and EVA. Its product portfolio spans compact prototyping units (VX200, VX1000) to the VX4000, marketed as the world's largest sand 3D printer at 4,000 x 2,000 x 1,000 mm, with the Advanced Casting Cell (ACC) under development for 9.5 m / 60+ ton castings.

Revenue is generated through one-time industrial system sales, usage-based 3D parts on-demand services via global service centers, customized equipment financing, and professional services including the voxeljet Academy and HSS Material Network. Customers are predominantly enterprises in foundry, automotive, aerospace, energy, and architecture, with named relationships including Mercedes-Benz, Airbus, BMW (via Loramendi), GE Renewable Energy, Liberty Pattern, Tyler Union, and Brose. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales teams in Germany and the US with a global channel partner network, supported by more than 45 factory-trained service staff across eight countries.

In April 2025, voxeljet AG executed a financial restructuring under the German StaRUG procedure after shareholders rejected the sale to Anzu Partners, with EUR 3.5 million of debt waived and EUR 2.5 million of new equity contributed. In October 2025, Anzu Partners unified ExOne and voxeljet under ExOne Global Holdings, creating a combined platform with 500+ installed industrial printers worldwide, a Detroit-area aftermarket parts hub, and operations spanning Germany, the US, Japan, China, and India. Eric Bader was appointed CEO of the combined entity, with former voxeljet CEO Rudolf Franz joining the Board and Anzu Managing Partner Whitney Haring-Smith as Chair.

Name

Voxeljet

Legal name

voxeljet AG

Website

https://voxeljet.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

voxeljet AG is a German industrial 3D printer manufacturer founded in 1999, specializing in binder jetting and High Speed Sintering systems for foundries, automotive, aerospace, and energy customers; since October 2025 it operates under ExOne Global Holdings alongside ExOne.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial 3D Printing Equipment

NAICS

Printing and Related Support Activities (3231), Industrial Mold Manufacturing (333511), Support Activities for Printing (323120)

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

Sand/Foundry & Mold 3D Printers (Sand Binder Jetting, Tooling Systems) (IMAAAAAE), Large-Format & Industrial Production 3D Printers (High-Throughput Systems) (IMAAAAAK), Electronics & Industrial Component 3D Printing Services (enclosures, fixtures, functional parts) (IMAAADAL), Service, Repair & Maintenance Contracts (Preventive Maintenance, Onsite Service, Extended Warranty) (IMAAAIAM), Large-Format 3D Printing & Tooling Services (BAAM/LSAM, molds, patterns, jigs/fixtures) (IMAAADAE)

Keywords

• Industrial 3D printing
• Binder jetting systems
• High speed sintering
• Sand casting solutions
• Additive manufacturing equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Friedberg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial 3D Printer Systems Sales: voxeljet sells its industrial 3D printing systems ranging from compact prototyping units (VX200) to the world's largest industrial sand printer (VX4000). The company offers new systems as well as refurbished 3D printers. Systems can be configured as stand-alone, partially automated, or fully automated machines integrated into customer production lines.
2. 3D Parts On-Demand / Additive Manufacturing Services: voxeljet operates service centers worldwide offering on-demand additive manufacturing. From fast, high-quality production of models and prototypes to realization of series based on plastic materials or production of sand molds for small series in metal casting. Customers can economically outsource production peaks through this service.
3. Financing Services: voxeljet offers customized financing models for the purchase of its 3D printing systems, supporting customers in acquiring industrial equipment.
4. voxeljet Academy - Training and Education: Seminars and trainings on 3D printing and voxeljet systems offered to customers and users through the voxeljet Academy.
5. HSS Material Network: A collaborative network developing 3D polymers with renowned partners, including material certification and qualification services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Voxeljet manufactures industrial-scale 3D printing systems based on proprietary Universal Binder Jetting (UBJ) and High Speed Sintering (HSS) technologies. The product portfolio ranges from compact prototyping printers (VX200) to the world's largest sand 3D printer (VX4000), producing molds and cores for metal casting as well as functional polymer parts. In addition to selling systems, the company operates 3D parts on-demand service centers worldwide and offers training, material certification, and financing services.

Product overview

Voxeljet is an industrial 3D printing company offering a comprehensive portfolio of large-format binder jetting and High Speed Sintering (HSS) systems. The product lineup spans from compact prototyping systems (VX200, VX200 HSS, VX1000) to large-scale serial production machines (VX1000 HSS, VX1300 X, VX2000, VX4000 - the world's largest 3D printer for sand). The company provides end-to-end 3D printing solutions including sand casting, investment casting, polymer sintering, architecture/construction, and technical ceramics. Services include on-demand parts manufacturing, material development through the HSS Material Network, training via voxeljet Academy, and certified material qualification. Following the 2025 merger with ExOne under ExOne Global Holdings, the combined entity operates over 500 industrial printers globally with facilities in Germany, US, Japan, China, and India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VX200 Industrial 3D Printer Compact industrial 3D printer for prototyping with a jobbox size of 300 x 200 x 150 mm. Supports sand and ceramic materials. Targeted at foundries and industrial customers requiring entry-level additive manufacturing.
• VX200 HSS High Speed Sintering (HSS) 3D printer for prototyping with a jobbox size of 290 x 140 x 180 mm. Uses plastic materials to produce functional polymer prototypes.
• VX1000 Industrial 3D Printer Industrial 3D printer for prototyping with a jobbox size of 1,000 x 600 x 500 mm. Supports sand, plastic, and ceramic materials for versatile prototyping and production.
• VX1000 HSS High Speed Sintering system for serial production of polymer parts with a build volume of 1,000 x 540 x 400 mm. Produces functional parts with plastic injection molding comparable quality using PA12, PP, TPU, PEBA, and EVA polymers.
• VX1300 X Industrial 3D Printer Industrial 3D printer for serial production with a jobbox size of 1,280 x 680 x 500 mm. Uses sand material for sand casting applications in foundry environments.
• VX2000 Industrial 3D Printer Large-format industrial 3D printer for serial production with a jobbox size of 2,000 x 1,000 x 1,000 mm. Designed for high-volume industrial sand casting applications.
• VX4000 Industrial 3D Printer World's largest 3D printing system for sand molds with a contiguous build volume of 4,000 x 2,000 x 1,000 mm. Provides unrivaled build volume for high-volume production jobs with consistent build times and precision.
• 3D Parts On-Demand Service Worldwide on-demand additive manufacturing service offering fast, high-quality production of models, prototypes, and series parts in plastic materials and sand molds for metal casting. Allows customers to outsource production peaks without purchasing equipment.
• voxeljet Academy Seminars and training programs on 3D printing technology and voxeljet systems offered to customers and users. Includes knowledge transfer on binder jetting and HSS processes.
• HSS Material Network Collaborative network developing 3D polymers with renowned partners for High Speed Sintering. Includes material certification and qualification services to expand material capabilities.
• Refurbished 3D Printing Systems Refurbished voxeljet 3D printing systems offered at attractive conditions for customers seeking lower-cost entry into industrial 3D printing.
• Financing Services Customized financing models supporting customers in acquiring voxeljet 3D printing systems, with flexible payment terms including 30% upon signing, 60% upon shipping notification, and 10% upon acceptance.
• Material Certification Lab Material qualification and certification service matching materials to 3D printing processes to optimize performance and ensure compatibility.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 75% reduction in manufacturing times by eliminating mold making
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers27 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GE Renewable EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 September 2021Research partnership to develop the world's largest sand binder jetting 3D printer (ACC) capable of printing molds for castings up to 9.5 meters in diameter and 60+ tons for GE Haliade-X offshore wind turbine nacelle components. Project with financial support from German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. Expected to reduce pattern and mold production from 10+ weeks to 2 weeks and enable localized manufacturing near wind projects.
• Fraunhofer IGCVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 September 2021Research partnership alongside GE and voxeljet to develop the ACC 3D printer. Fraunhofer IGCV is responsible for casting and materials technology issues as well as digital process monitoring, including thermal management during casting, mold printing material proportions, and process monitoring development.
• EvonikminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterial development partnership for polymer powder development within the HSS Material Network, helping to fully leverage economic efficiency and resource conservation of printing processes.
• CovestrominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterial development partnership for polymer development within the HSS Material Network, working to optimize printing processes and material cycles including powder recycling.
• Dressler Group GmbHminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint material study with voxeljet and Fraunhofer IPA successfully demonstrated that recycled nylon waste powder from SLS plants can be processed in HSS technology, reducing operating costs by up to 50%.
• Fraunhofer IPAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint material study with voxeljet and Dressler Group successfully qualified recycled PA12 powder from SLS systems for use in HSS technology.
• LoramendicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development with voxeljet of the very first fully automated additive manufacturing line for sand cores at BMW (ICP project), demonstrating industrial-scale serial production capability.
• Hüttenes-Albertus (HA Group)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership between voxeljet and Hüttenes-Albertus, a specialist in foundry chemistry, to develop efficient and reliable solutions for additive manufacturing. Extended warranty program offered through this partnership.
• 3DIONminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor3DION 3D network partnered with voxeljet to implement the Cologne Cathedral replica project, producing 108 sculptures in 31 hours using VX1000. 3DION provides consulting and planning services with voxeljet providing manufacturing capability.
• GE ResearchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partnervoxeljet selected by GE Research for a $14.9 million contract to develop advanced manufacturing technologies for the US energy transition. This is a significant government-funded R&D partnership.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• HP (Multi Jet Fusion): HP's Multi Jet Fusion competes directly with voxeljet's polymer HSS line for production-grade polymer 3D printing, leveraging HP's global brand and channel; identified as a leading binder jet market participant by FMI.
• 3D Systems: 3D Systems offers a broad industrial 3D printing portfolio (SLS, SLA, metal AM, wax casting patterns) that competes with voxeljet's polymer sintering and investment casting solutions for similar automotive, aerospace, and foundry customers.
• Stratasys: Stratasys is a global industrial 3D printing incumbent with FDM, PolyJet, and SAF polymer technologies; the SAF (Selective Absorption Fusion) platform is a direct polymer AM alternative to voxeljet's HSS for serial production.
• GE Additive: GE Additive (Concept Laser, Arcam EBM, Binder Jet) is a broad industrial AM incumbent with deep aerospace and energy customer relationships; competes with voxeljet in metal binder jetting and large-format sand printing.
• Trumpf (TRUMPF): Trumpf is a German industrial laser and machine tool incumbent that has expanded into industrial metal 3D printing (laser powder bed fusion and laser metal deposition), competing with voxeljet in aerospace and automotive AM.

Emerging players

• Markforged: Markforged sells industrial-grade polymer and metal 3D printing systems (incl. binder jetting via its acquisition of Digital Metal's technology base) targeting mid-market manufacturers with similar lean-cost positioning to voxeljet's refurbished and S-Print Pro offerings.
• Viridis3D: Viridis3D is a niche binder jetting competitor explicitly listed by FMI in the leading companies for the global binder jet market; focuses on sand and ceramic printing for foundries, directly overlapping voxeljet's core use cases.

Direct peers

• ExOne (ExOne Global Holdings): ExOne is a direct binder jetting peer (sand, metal, and ceramic industrial 3D printers) and has now been merged with voxeljet under ExOne Global Holdings. Their product lines (S-Max, S-Print, InnoventPro) and customer base in foundries and metal AM overlap nearly completely with voxeljet's VX-series.
• Desktop Metal: Desktop Metal is a leading binder jetting competitor with Production System and Shop System lines serving foundries and metal AM customers; explicitly listed alongside voxeljet in FMI's binder jet market report as a competing leader.
• Digital Metal (Markforged): Digital Metal offers binder jetting systems for metals and serves foundries and industrial customers with high-throughput production; listed by FMI among the leading companies in the global binder jet market alongside voxeljet.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/voxeljet
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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