What W2P Engineering does

W2P Engineering GmbH is an Austrian private company headquartered in Vienna that designs, manufactures, and sells Digital Light Processing (DLP) 3D printers under the SolFlex brand for high-precision professional additive manufacturing. Its product portfolio spans the SolFlex 150/170, 250 Ultra HD, 350, and 650 printers with pixel resolutions around 50 µm, complemented by proprietary SolFlex photopolymer resins (cast, denture base, tray, surgical guide, splint, model, temporary crown/bridge, and orthodontic materials), patented vat components (FlexVat, PowerVat, PowerVat SE, ThermoVat), and the Vat Deflection Feedback System (VDFS) process-control feature that the company claims cuts print times by up to 40%. Two of its resins are classified as Medical Devices under the EU MDR (Denture Base Class IIa, Tray Blue Class I), and the platform supports open-material use with validated third-party resins from VOCO, Detax, and Dreve.

The business sells hardware and consumables primarily to dental laboratories, dentists, and dental technicians, which the company identifies as its primary vertical, with secondary application in hearing-aid manufacturing (e.g., Neuroth), jewelry casting, industrial prototyping and functional parts (e.g., STIWA, Felber/Feinguss Sturm), and academic research (e.g., IST Austria). Distribution is executed through a combination of direct sales, regional channel partners (Vijai Dental Depot in India, CADCAM Austria), and, following the December 2025 majority acquisition by Turkey-based dental milling-machine manufacturer Redon Technology, an international reseller and training network. Revenue is generated chiefly from one-time hardware sales of SolFlex printers, vat accessories, and proprietary resin consumables, with additional software licensing (Pyramis, Netfabb) and bespoke engineering projects in the customized-solutions line that adapts wavelength, pixel size, build volume, and material configurations to specialist customer requirements.

Name

W2P Engineering

Legal name

W2P Engineering GmbH

Website

https://www.way2production.at/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

W2P Engineering is an Austrian company that designs and sells SolFlex DLP 3D printers, proprietary photopolymer resins, and patented vat technologies (FlexVat, PowerVat, VDFS) primarily for dental laboratories, with secondary use in hearing-aid manufacturing, jewelry casting, industrial prototyping, and academic research.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial DLP 3D Printing Equipment

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114), Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing (32521), Dental Laboratories (339116)

SIC

Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Photopolymer Resins (SLA/DLP/Material Jetting) (IMAAABAC), Resin Handling & Vat/Recoater Components (Vats, Films, Blades, Pumps) (IMAAAIAD), 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing for Dental Prosthetics (HLABAJAF)

Keywords

• DLP 3D printing
• Dental 3D printers
• Photopolymer resins
• Additive manufacturing systems
• Vat photopolymerization

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. SolFlex 3D Printer Sales: Sale of SolFlex 3D printer hardware including models 150, 350, and 650, plus accessories and vats (PowerVat, FlexVat).
2. SolFlex Resins and Materials: Proprietary SolFlex resin portfolio including dental materials such as castable resins, model materials, denture base, surgical guides, splints, and tray materials. Open system compatible with third-party materials from VOCO, Detax, and Dreve.
3. Software: Recommended CAM software Pyramis and Netfabb for generating job files. Software requirements and system specifications provided.
4. Customized Solutions: Bespoke 3D printing solutions adapting SolFlex systems with regard to build volumes, pixel size, and specific materials for special requirements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

W2P Engineering designs, manufactures, and sells the SolFlex line of DLP (Digital Light Processing) 3D printers (models 150/170, 250 Ultra HD, 350, and 650) along with proprietary SolFlex photopolymer resins and patented vat accessories (FlexVat, PowerVat) for high-precision professional applications. The company's primary market is digital dental prosthetics manufacturing, with secondary applications in hearing aids, jewelry casting, industrial prototyping, and research.

Product overview

W2P Engineering offers the SolFlex line of DLP (Digital Light Processing) 3D printers for high-precision additive manufacturing. The product portfolio centers on SolFlex 3D printer models (150/170, 350, and 650) with associated consumable photopolymer resins (including SolFlex Cast Dental, Denture Base, Tray Blue, Med Clear, Surgical Guide, Splint, Model Grey, Prov, and Ortho Clear). The ecosystem includes patented FlexVat and PowerVat vat technologies, the Vat Deflection Feedback System (VDFS) for process optimization, and the Multi-Material-Printing System for dual-resin printing. Supporting products include the Otoflash G171 post-curing device and customized solutions for specific wavelength, pixel size, and material requirements. The technology serves dental, audio (hearing aids), jewelry, industrial prototyping, and research applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SolFlex: SolFlex is W2P's brand of DLP 3D printing systems, including the SolFlex 150, 350, and 650 models, along with associated resins and accessories.

Products and services

• SolFlex 250 Ultra HD Desktop DLP 3D printer with Dual PowerVat and Building Platform enabling simultaneous printing of two different resins. Designed as the centerpiece of a fully integrated digital dental prosthesis workflow for dental labs and clinics.
• SolFlex 650 Large-format DLP 3D printer with 6 build areas (40 x 64 mm each) and 50 µm pixel size, designed for high-volume dental, jewelry, and industrial production.
• SolFlex 350 Mid-size DLP 3D printer with 3 build areas (40 x 64 mm each) and 50 µm pixel size, suitable for dental applications and small-scale production.
• SolFlex 150/170 Compact DLP 3D printer with 1 build area (40 x 64 mm) and 50 µm pixel size, entry-level model for dental and prototyping applications.
• SolFlex Cast Dental Light-curing, castable 3D resin for generative production of burnout objects for casting and pressing processes, burning out without residue.
• SolFlex Denture Base Biocompatible 3D resin (Medical Device Class IIa under EU MDR) for generative production of denture bases for removable dentures, with natural gingiva shade and high green strength.
• SolFlex Tray Blue Biocompatible 3D resin (Medical Device Class I) for generative production of individual trays, base plates, and occlusal registrations using CAD/CAM technology.
• SolFlex Med Clear Biocompatible 3D resin for fabrication of drilling templates for implantology, X-ray templates, and occlusal splints, with clear-transparent formulation and high mechanical strength.
• SolFlex Surgical Guide Light-curing 3D resin for fabrication of surgical guides for implant surgery, featuring high precision and 134°C steam sterilizability.
• SolFlex Splint Biocompatible 3D resin for fabrication of therapeutic splints, auxiliary and functional parts for diagnostics, and bleaching splints, with high flexural strength and clear-transparent color.
• SolFlex Model Grey Light-curing 3D resin for generative fabrication of dental models, providing precise reproduction of details with maximum surface hardness and shape stability.
• SolFlex Prov A1/A2/A3 Light-curing 3D resins for generative fabrication of temporary crowns and bridges, with exceptional breaking and flexural resistance and natural tooth aesthetics.
• SolFlex Ortho Clear Light-curing 3D resin for fabrication of base parts for orthodontic apparatuses, drilling and X-ray templates, and occlusal/fixation splints.
• PowerVat Rigid vat system with stable glass bottom for the SolFlex 650, ensuring stable printing process and best printing results for large building volumes, sold as a vat accessory.
• PowerVat SE Next-generation PowerVat with SE (Surface-Enhancing) technology, sold as a vat accessory enabling smoother and more transparent part production.
• Otoflash G171 Flash-curing post-processing device for printed objects, using nitrogen gas flooding and approximately 2,000 flashes in 3 minutes for curing SolFlex-printed parts.
• Customized Solutions Bespoke engineering services adapting SolFlex DLP systems with regard to build volumes, pixel size, wavelength, dual-DLP configurations, heated building spaces, recoating systems, and material requirements for special customer needs.

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Redon TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 December 2025HYLT advised Redon Technology, a Turkey-based dental milling machine manufacturer, on its acquisition of W2P Engineering. The transaction brings together W2P's decade of 3D printing expertise with Redon's international reseller and training network. The combined entity aims to position itself as a global player in the niche dental manufacturing sector.
• Vijai Dental DepotcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 October 2024Partnership with Vijai Dental Depot in India for distribution of W2P products in the Indian market.
• CADCAM AustriacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 9 October 2024New partnership between W2P and CADCAM Austria for distribution within Austria.
• FraunhoferminorStrategic or Co-development Partner"Red Berry" research project with Fraunhofer including adaptation of pixel size, dual-DLP with two wavelengths (385 & 405nm), heated building space, recoating system, and multi-material printing capabilities.
• PCCL (PCCL - Polymer Competence Center Leoben)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner"Dual-DLP 3D Printer" project with PCCL featuring dual wavelength capabilities (365 & 420nm) and ThermoVat heated vat system.
• University of BayreuthminorStrategic or Co-development Partner"ThermoVat" research project with University of Bayreuth focused on heated vat technology for processing temperature-sensitive materials.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Rapid Shape: German DLP 3D printer manufacturer serving dental labs and hearing-aid manufacturers with a similar high-precision, dental-focused hardware portfolio as W2P.
• Formlabs: US-based DLP/SLS 3D printer maker and the dominant force in desktop dental 3D printing, with the Form 3B series and a tightly controlled resin ecosystem directly competing with W2P's SolFlex line.
• DWS Systems: Italian DLP/SLA 3D printer and resin manufacturer with a strong dental and jewelry customer base, directly comparable to W2P's SolFlex offerings.
• Ackuretta: Dental-focused DLP 3D printer and resin maker (formerly known for dental workflow bundles), competing for dental lab DLP placements against W2P's SolFlex line.
• SprintRay: US dental 3D printing specialist offering DLP printers and a curated resin/ workflow ecosystem for dental clinics and labs, competing for the same dental prosthetics use cases as SolFlex.
• B9Creations: DLP 3D printer maker serving dental, jewelry, and industrial prototyping markets with a comparable open-material, customization-friendly positioning to W2P.
• Asiga: Australian DLP 3D printer maker with a long-standing presence in dental labs; offers open-material DLP systems comparable to W2P's SolFlex philosophy.

Broad incumbents

• EnvisionTEC (ETEC, Desktop Metal): Pioneer of DLP printing in dentistry (Perfactory family), now part of Desktop Metal — competes with SolFlex in dental labs as a broader industrial/medical 3D printing incumbent.
• Carbon: US-based CLIP/DLP 3D printer maker with a strong dental and hearing-aid franchise, offering high-throughput production systems that overlap with SolFlex's industrial-grade 650 platform.
• Stratasys (Origin/PolyJet): Large industrial 3D printing incumbent with growing dental exposure via Origin DLP and PolyJet systems — competes for high-end dental lab placements alongside SolFlex.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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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