Spes3d

What Spes3d does

Spes3D is a Wrocław-based industrial 3D printing service bureau founded in 2020, registered as a Polish limited liability company (SPES3D SPÓŁKA Z OGRANICZONĄ ODPOWIEDZIALNOŚCIĄ) with a stated 10,000 PLN share capital. The company operates three additive manufacturing technologies from a single facility in Wrocław Business Park: HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) for polymers using PA12, PA11 and TPU; Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) via a MetalFAB system for metals including 316L stainless steel, M300 tool steel, AlSi10Mg aluminum, Ti6Al4V Grade 23 titanium, Inconel 625 and Inconel 718 — claimed as the largest metal build volume in the region at 420mm x 420mm x 400mm; and Formlabs-based Stereolithography (SLA) for high-resolution photopolymer parts. Stated capacity is up to 3,000 elements per day with standard 3–4 business-day fulfillment, and cumulative output exceeds 61,237 prints across 219+ customers.

The business runs a hybrid B2B model: a self-service online quotation platform (wycena.spes3d.pl) for instant pricing on standard jobs is paired with consultative sales for engineering projects. Revenue is generated from per-unit 3D printing fees (minimum order 200 PLN / ~45 EUR), professional engineering services covering 3D scanning, CAD modeling, CFD/FEM simulation, topology optimization and reverse engineering, plus post-processing such as CNC machining and surface finishing. Customer segments span industrial manufacturing and automotive (primary), medical, aerospace and defense, energy, architecture, and academic/R&D institutions — disclosed names include Muzeum Ziemi Lubuskiej, WUT Racing, Diamond ID and Politechnika Wrocławska, with case studies covering public-transit spare parts, rocket engine work with Wilhelm R&D / PWR in Space, and watch cases. Worldwide shipping is offered from the single Polish site.

Strategically, Spes3D is positioning itself as a regional scale player: it is receiving EU co-financing through the KPT ScaleUp Booster program under the European Funds for Modern Economy 2021-2027, has entered a channel partnership with 3Dees (HP MJF distributor for Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Ukraine), was a finalist in the 2023 3W Start-up Showdown, and maintains partnerships such as the Diamond ID / SEMICON Europa 50 relationship. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, acquisitions, or leadership changes beyond standard operations.

Name

Spes3d

Legal name

SPES3D SPÓŁKA Z OGRANICZONĄ ODPOWIEDZIALNOŚCIĄ

Website

https://spes3d.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Spes3D is a Wrocław-based industrial 3D printing service bureau offering polymer (MJF), metal (LPBF) and resin (SLA) additive manufacturing plus CAD, CFD/FEM and post-processing services to automotive, manufacturing, medical, aerospace and industrial clients across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial 3D Printing Services

NAICS

Printing and Related Support Activities (3231), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)

akta.pro primary industry

Polymer 3D Printing Service Bureaus (FDM/FFF, SLA/DLP, SLS/MJF) (IMAAADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electronics & Industrial Component 3D Printing Services (enclosures, fixtures, functional parts) (IMAAADAL), Prototype Jigs, Fixtures & Assembly Aids (Additive) (IMAAAFAE)

Keywords

• Industrial 3D printing
• Additive manufacturing services
• Metal 3D printing
• Polymer prototyping
• Reverse engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Wroclaw

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. 3D Printing Services: Unit-based pricing for 3D printing services using MJF (polymers) and LPBF (metals). Customers upload .STL or .STEP files for online quotation. Minimum order value of 200 PLN (45 EUR). Production capacity of up to 3,000 elements per day.
2. Engineering Services: Additional services including 3D scanning, CAD modeling, reverse engineering, FEM simulations, CFD simulations, and engineering consulting.
3. Post-Processing Services: CNC machining, surface finishing (sandblasting, polishing, anodizing), and assembly services for printed parts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Spes3D operates an industrial 3D printing bureau providing additive manufacturing services in polymers (HP Multi Jet Fusion), metals (Laser Powder Bed Fusion / MetalFAB), and photopolymer resins (SLA). The company supports the full product lifecycle from prototype to serial production, supplemented by in-house engineering services including CAD design, 3D scanning, CFD/FEM simulation, and CNC post-processing, with worldwide shipping from its Wrocław production facility.

Product overview

Spes3d operates as a full-service industrial 3D printing bureau offering a portfolio of manufacturing technologies organized around three core pillars: MJF (Multi Jet Fusion) for polymers using HP MJF systems in PA12/PA11/TPU, LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) for metals using the MetalFAB system in stainless steel 316L, tool steel M300, Aluminum AlSi10Mg, Titanium Ti6Al4V, Inconel 625, and Inconel 718, and SLA (Stereolithography) using Formlabs equipment for photopolymer resins. These production services are supported by engineering add-ons including 3D design (CAD), 3D scanning, prototyping, CFD simulation, and CNC post-processing. An online quotation tool (wycena.spes3d.pl) serves as the digital front-end for pricing and ordering. The company positions itself as serving the entire product development lifecycle from prototype to serial production across industries including automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, and energy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Metal 3D Printing (LPBF) Industrial metal 3D printing using Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) on the MetalFAB system, producing metal components up to 420mm x 420mm x 400mm in stainless steel 316L, tool steel M300, Aluminum AlSi10Mg, Titanium Ti6Al4V Grade 23, Inconel 625, and Inconel 718 for industrial clients.
• Polymer 3D Printing (HP MJF) Industrial polymer 3D printing using HP Multi Jet Fusion technology in PA12, PA11, and TPU materials with high dimensional accuracy and repeatability, suitable for short to medium series production, with maximum build size of 380mm x 284mm x 380mm.
• Resin 3D Printing (SLA) Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing service using Formlabs Form 3L equipment for high-precision parts with smooth surface finish and micrometer accuracy, including ESD Resin for electronics applications.
• Rapid Prototyping Service Rapid prototyping service covering the full product development cycle from prototype to serial production, including functional prototypes and low-to-medium volume production runs.
• 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering 3D scanning services using advanced ScanTech Simscan scanners for reverse engineering of existing components, enabling digital capture of physical objects for CAD modeling and replication.
• CAD Design and 3D Modeling 3D design and CAD engineering services including parametric modeling, topology optimization, and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFM/DFA), supporting projects from sketch to production-ready files using SolidWorks.
• CFD Simulation Services Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation services for analyzing airflow, liquid and gas flows, heat exchange, and smoke evacuation scenarios, supporting product optimization and engineering validation.
• CNC Machining and Post-Processing CNC machining and post-processing services including turning, milling, sandblasting, polishing, and anodizing to achieve final surface quality and dimensional tolerances on 3D printed parts.
• Online Quotation Tool (wycena.spes3d.pl) Self-service online quotation and ordering platform allowing customers to upload .STL or .STEP files, select materials and technologies, receive instant pricing, and place orders, with a minimum order value of 200 PLN (45 EUR).

Quantifiable outcome

• 61,237+ 3D prints completed in metals and polymers
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Diamond IDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Technology partner providing diamond holographic technology using focused ion beam. Spes3D designed and produced precision housing for diamond hologram projectors for SEMICON Europa 50 awards.
• 3DeescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Official HP Multi Jet Fusion distributor and integrator for Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Provides sales support, implementation assistance, technical consulting, training, and production services.
• Wilhelm R&DcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Collaborated on development of liquid-fuel rocket engine printed entirely in LPBF stainless steel. Wilhelm R&D designed the engine with recuperator channels inside chamber walls and nozzle, only possible through additive manufacturing. PWR in Space handles testing.
• PWR in Space (Politechnika Wrocławska)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Student research circle at Wrocław University of Technology that collaborated on liquid-fuel rocket engine project. They conduct engine testing on their custom test stand.
• WUT RacingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Student racing team from Warsaw University of Technology Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. Spes3D produced custom intake system components (venturi, throttle body) for their Formula Student race car.
• SymkomminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Annual ANSYS software user conference where Spes3D CFD Engineer Krzysztof Kus presented case study on lattice heat exchanger technology developed by Spes3D engineers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Hubs (Protolabs): European-headquartered on-demand manufacturing platform (now part of Protolabs) offering instant quoting for 3D printing, CNC, and injection molding—directly comparable to Spes3D's self-service online quotation tool and B2B marketplace model.
• Sculpteo: European online 3D printing service bureau (acquired by BASF Forward AM) offering polymer and metal additive manufacturing with online quoting and a broad material portfolio—closely comparable in technology scope and B2B service model.
• Xometry: Global on-demand manufacturing marketplace connecting buyers with CNC, 3D printing, and other production services—directly comparable as a technology-agnostic B2B parts supplier with self-service quoting, similar to Spes3D's wycena.spes3d.pl platform.
• Shapeways: Online 3D printing service platform offering on-demand production in polymers and metals with instant quoting and worldwide shipping—comparable to Spes3D's online quotation tool and global shipping model.
• Materialise: Belgium-based global industrial 3D printing service bureau offering polymer and metal additive manufacturing alongside software and engineering services, directly comparable to Spes3D's multi-technology service bureau model.

Broad incumbents

• Protolabs: Global on-demand manufacturing services provider offering CNC, injection molding, sheet metal, and 3D printing with automated quoting—an established incumbent operating broader industrial manufacturing services that overlap with Spes3D's rapid prototyping and low-volume production offerings.
• SLM Solutions: Germany-based metal additive manufacturing solutions provider offering selective laser melting equipment and metal 3D printing services—comparable as a metal LPBF-focused player overlapping with Spes3D's industrial metal printing capabilities.
• 3D Systems On Demand: 3D Systems' contract manufacturing services arm offering plastic and metal 3D printing including its own Figure 4 and DMP technologies—comparable as an industrial service bureau with vertically integrated equipment manufacturing.
• Stratasys Direct Manufacturing: The on-demand 3D printing and additive manufacturing services arm of Stratasys offering FDM, PolyJet, SLA, SLS, and metal printing for industrial customers—a broader incumbent with overlapping capabilities in rapid prototyping and serial production.

Regional players

• Omni3D: Polish industrial 3D printer manufacturer and service provider offering large-format FFF systems and printing services—comparable as a Polish-based industrial 3D printing company serving similar Central European industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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