What Lutracad B.v. does

LutraCAD B.V. is a Dutch private company founded in 2013 by brothers Jordy and Niels den Otter, headquartered in Heeswijk-Dinther, Netherlands. It develops modular CAD/CAM software for orthopedic footcare, delivered as a plugin for Rhinoceros 3D. The platform unifies 2D and 3D foot scanning, specialized design modules for insoles, shoe lasts, midsoles, AFO braces, and hand splints, CAM toolpath generation, and automated 3D-print slicing within a single workflow. LutraCAD complements its software with proprietary 3D scanners (LX500 Compact, LX800 Plus, LXL1800) and an iPad-based Structure Sensor scanning app, plus branded materials (Flexon, Nimbus, Arboris, Glacion, Titanis).

The company serves orthopedic and podiatric clinics, orthopedic shoe manufacturers, large-scale orthotic production labs, academic institutions, and 3D-print service bureaus. Customers span the Netherlands, UK and Ireland, Belgium, Cyprus, the United States, and additional markets reached through a global dealer network. Quantified outcomes cited in case studies include insole design time reductions of more than 80%, custom-pair production time savings of 2.5 hours per pair, and lab-turnaround compression from eight weeks to in-house same-day production.

LutraCAD generates revenue through software subscriptions (monthly or annual tiers, with a token-based pay-per-design option), proprietary hardware sales, professional services (consulting, training, installation), and channel/dealer programs with white-label OEM licensing for partners. Distribution combines direct sales with free online demonstrations, a global dealer network providing local-language support, and an exclusive three-year UK & Ireland distribution partnership with The PTH Group / Orthotix effective early 2026. The company remains founder-owned, with no disclosed external funding.

Name

Lutracad B.v.

Legal name

LutraCAD B.V.

Website

https://lutracad.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

LutraCAD B.V. is a Dutch founder-owned software company that develops Rhinoceros-based CAD/CAM plugins for designing custom orthopedic insoles, shoe lasts, midsoles, AFO braces, and hand splints, serving podiatry clinics, orthopedic labs, and academic institutions globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic CAD Software

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Athletic Footwear Manufacturing (Running/Training/Court) (IMAOAIAA)

Keywords

• Orthopedic CAD software
• Custom insole design
• 3D foot scanning
• Shoe last design
• Orthotic manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Heeswijk

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Software Subscriptions: LutraCAD operates on a subscription model for its software, with various subscription tiers to meet different organizational needs. Subscriptions are visible in the LutraCAD Manager and can be configured per client. The software supports both full licenses and pay-per-design (per-use) models.
2. Hardware Sales: Sale of proprietary 3D scanners (LX500 Compact, LX800 Plus, LXL1800) and third-party compatible scanners, along with materials (Flexon, Nimbus, Arboris, Glacion, Titanis) for production.
3. Professional Services: Consulting, product training (online and onsite), initial installation support, moving service for hardware transfers, milling machine setup, co-design sessions, and white-label licensing for dealers and production labs.
4. Dealer Program: Local dealers provide sales, support, and training in local languages, functioning as LutraCAD ambassadors. Dealers can access white-label versions to promote their own brand while LutraCAD handles development and second-line support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

LutraCAD develops modular CAD/CAM software that runs as a plugin for Rhinoceros 3D, used by orthopedic and podiatric professionals to design custom insoles, shoe lasts, midsoles, AFO braces, hand splints, and foil test shoes. The software is sold with compatible 3D scanners and production materials, enabling an integrated workflow from foot scanning to in-house CNC milling or 3D printing of orthotic devices.

Product overview

LutraCAD is a modular CAD software ecosystem for orthopedic and footcare product design, combining five specialized software modules (Insole, Shoe Last, Midsole, Brace/AFO, Hand Splint) with compatible hardware scanners (LX500, LX800 Plus, LXL1800, iPad Structure Sensor) and production output (CNC milling, FDM/FFF, MJF/SLS, SLA/DLP 3D printing). The platform operates as a unified workflow from 3D foot scanning through CAD design to production output, supporting multiple 3D printer brands and materials including proprietary Flexon, Nimbus, Arboris, Glacion, and Titanis materials. Additional offerings include LutraCAD Manager (client/scanner hub), Academy training platform, iPad scanner app, Fit App, and dealer/university partner programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LutraCAD Insole Software Specialized CAD module for designing custom orthopedic insoles, supporting 2D/3D scanning, multi-density printing, lattice structures, and direct output to milling or 3D printing.
• LutraCAD Shoe Last Software CAD module for designing shoe lasts for orthopedic footwear, supporting cast removal, template merging, and export for CNC milling or 3D printing.
• LutraCAD Midsole Software Design software for creating midsoles based on shoe lasts, with trim line editing, tilt settings, and 3D print options.
• LutraCAD Brace Software (AFO) CAD module for designing ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) braces including AFO positives, AFO print outputs, smooth brace options, and toe box thickness controls.
• LutraCAD Hand Splint Software Module for designing custom hand splints with positive/negative model generation for 3D printing.
• LutraCAD Foil Test Shoe Software Module for designing and printing foil test shoes for orthopedic fitting.
• LutraCAD Manager Client management and scanning hub that integrates with LX Series scanners, cloud iPad imports, mesh repair, and production platform connections.
• LX500 Compact Scanner 2D + 3D scanner combining plantar side and full foot scanning in a compact form for fixed clinic locations.
• LX800 Plus Scanner Advanced 3D scanner with enhanced resolution for detailed foot and last scanning.
• LXL1800 Scanner Full leg-length scanner for capturing foot to knee measurements needed for shoe last design.
• Structure Sensor (iPad) Lightweight portable 3D scanning solution using iPad and Structure Sensor for mobile foot scanning with cloud upload to LutraCAD.
• Flexon Material Flexible material for 3D printing insoles, optimized for soft cushioning applications.
• Nimbus Material Dual-material option (Flex/Matte) for insoles and midsoles, providing flexibility with matte finish.
• Arboris Material Wood-based material for creating shoe lasts through milling.
• Glacion Material Transparent material for 3D printing fitting shoes and visualization models.
• Titanis Material Stiff material for insoles and braces, providing rigid structural support.
• LutraCAD iPad Scanner App App for scanning feet with Structure Sensor on iPad, capturing 3D scans and specification forms for cloud upload to LutraCAD.
• LutraCAD Fit App Mobile application for matching feet with optimal shoe lasts based on 3D scan, creating custom orders and bespoke shoes.
• LutraCAD Milling Service CNC milling production with one-sided/two-sided options, 2D and 3D CAM generation, compatible with any milling machine for insoles, shoe lasts, and midsoles.
• LutraCAD 3D Printing Production Multi-technology 3D printing including FFF/FDM, MJF/SLS nylon, MJF/SLS TPU, and SLA/DLP/resin with pre-configured printer profiles and automated slicing.
• LutraCAD Consulting & Training Expert consulting for workflow optimization, product training (online or onsite), installation support, hardware setup, and co-design sessions.
• White Label Software Branded version of LutraCAD software for dealers and production labs who want to promote their own brand, with software development and employee training included.

Quantifiable outcome

• Insole design time reduced from 20-30 minutes to 5 minutes (80%+ reduction)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Orthotix (The PTH Group)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Orthotix, part of The PTH Group, was appointed as the exclusive distributor of LutraCAD across the United Kingdom and Ireland from early 2026. This is the primary distribution channel for LutraCAD in the UK/Irish market, providing local expertise and full portfolio access including hardware, software, and materials.
• The PTH Group (Daceys, ACE Feet In Motion)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025LutraCAD entered an exclusive three-year strategic partnership with The PTH Group (covering Daceys, ACE Feet In Motion, and Orthotix brands) in late 2025. The PTH Group operates over 30 industrial 3D printers powered by LutraCAD at its Daceys CADCAM Lab, serving the NHS and healthcare professionals across the UK and Ireland.
• Fontys University of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFontys University of Applied Sciences is listed as a university partner in LutraCAD's University and Research Facilities program, collaborating on research projects related to insoles, shoe lasts, and midsoles.
• Saxion University of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSaxion University of Applied Sciences is listed as a university partner in LutraCAD's University and Research Facilities program, collaborating on research projects related to insoles, shoe lasts, and midsoles.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rodin 4D: Rodin 4D is a specialized CAD/CAM software for orthopedic and podiatric applications, including insoles, shoe lasts, and prosthetics. It is a direct competitor to LutraCAD, serving the same niche orthopedic footcare market with similar end-to-end scan-to-production workflows.
• Materialise: Materialise offers medical-focused CAD/CAM and 3D printing software, including solutions for orthopedic and prosthetic design. It directly competes with LutraCAD in the orthopedic CAD space, with broader coverage across multiple medical specialties and a global footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Autodesk (Fusion 360): Fusion 360 is Autodesk's cloud-based CAD/CAM platform with general-purpose design and manufacturing capabilities. Some orthotics and custom fabrication shops use it as an alternative to specialized footcare CAD, representing a broader incumbent threat to LutraCAD's niche.
• Ottobock: Ottobock is a global leader in orthotics, prosthetics, and rehabilitation products. While primarily a device manufacturer, it also develops digital solutions for orthotic design and production, overlapping with LutraCAD's domain in the broader orthopedic market.
• Dassault Systèmes (SOLIDWORKS): SOLIDWORKS by Dassault Systèmes is a broad CAD platform used by orthopedic device manufacturers and custom fabrication shops. While not specialized in footcare, it provides tools that some orthotics labs use as an alternative to specialized platforms like LutraCAD.
• Delcam (Autodesk): Autodesk (which acquired Delcam) provides general-purpose CAD/CAM software with applications in orthotic and prosthetic manufacturing. It is a broader incumbent with overlapping capabilities but does not specialize in the orthopedic footcare niche like LutraCAD.

Others

• Stratasys: Stratasys is a major 3D printer manufacturer whose hardware is integrated with LutraCAD's software. While not a direct competitor, it is an ecosystem partner and enables the production workflows that LutraCAD's designs feed into.
• HP (Multi Jet Fusion): HP's Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing technology is referenced in LutraCAD's documented workflows with HP Jet Fusion 5200 series printers. HP is an ecosystem enabler rather than a direct competitor, but its dominance in industrial 3D printing shapes the addressable market.

Emerging players

• Spentys: Spentys offers a cloud-based platform for 3D printing of orthotics and prosthetics, with a focus on workflow digitization for O&P professionals. It targets the same orthopedic footcare vertical as LutraCAD with a more modern SaaS-delivery model.
• Andiamo: Andiamo is a digital platform for custom orthotics, combining 3D scanning, AI-driven design, and 3D printing. It targets the same podiatric and orthopedic clinic segment as LutraCAD with a more technology-forward, consumer-friendly approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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