What 3pi tech solutions does

3PI Tech Solutions is a private Rosemont, Illinois-based company operating as the exclusive global licensee of the Dremel DigiLab brand from Robert Bosch Tool Corporation. The company imports, exports, manufactures, and sells Dremel DigiLab 3D FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) printers — specifically the 3D40-FLX and flagship 3D45 models — along with five proprietary filament types (PLA, PETG, ECO-ABS, Nylon, TPU), accessories, replacement parts, and dual cloud/desktop slicer software. The 3D45 includes proprietary RFID filament auto-recognition, a built-in HD camera, 9-point automated bed leveling, fully enclosed housing, and Static IP network management features designed for classroom and small-business environments. Founded by former Bosch/Dremel associates, the company maintains a small operational team (1-10 employees) and supports an installed base via the Dremel Customer Service operation in Racine, Wisconsin.

The company's go-to-market combines direct e-commerce through 3pitech.com with a global network of authorized resellers spanning the US (CDW, Grainger, Amazon, B&H, Studica, PLTW, Follett), Canada, and seven European countries. Hardware is priced at $1,499-$2,199 for printers and $32.99-$49.99 per filament spool, with Net-30 credit terms and quote-based purchasing for qualified education and business customers. The primary customer segment is K-12 education, supported by an EDU bundle strategy that pairs hardware with 30 standards-aligned lesson plans, 4-hour professional development vouchers, and grant-writing resources. Secondary segments include higher education, professionals/SMBs, and architecture/design firms, exemplified by customers such as DiveDesign LLC.

Revenue is generated predominantly through one-time hardware sales supplemented by recurring filament consumables, replacement parts, accessories, and education services. Pricing is positioned at a premium tier justified by Bosch quality standards, UL safety certification, 800-hour internal testing, and editorial endorsements (Forbes, Tech & Learning #1 ranking, All3DP, PCMag Editor's Choice). Geographic restrictions apply, with some products available in North America only.

Name

3pi tech solutions

Legal name

3PI Tech Solutions

Website

https://3pitech.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

3PI Tech Solutions is the exclusive global licensee of the Dremel DigiLab 3D printer brand, selling FDM 3D printers, filaments, software, and curriculum resources primarily to K-12 education institutions, with secondary reach to professionals and SMBs across the US, Canada, and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

3D Printing Equipment

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)

akta.pro primary industry

3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

3D Printing, CAD & Digital Fabrication Programs (EDAMADAH)

Keywords

• 3D printing hardware
• Desktop 3D printers
• Educational 3D printing
• FDM 3D printing
• 3D printing filaments

Headquarters

HQ city

Rosemont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. 3D Printer Hardware Sales: Sale of Dremel DigiLab branded 3D printers (3D40-FLX, 3D45) directly to schools, businesses, and consumers. Products are sold via e-commerce storefront and authorized resellers globally. Printers are offered in standard and EDU bundle configurations with different price points.
2. Filament and Consumables: Sale of proprietary Dremel DigiLab 3D printing filaments including PLA, PETG, ECO-ABS, Nylon, and TPU in various colors and finishes. Consumable revenue is recurring as filaments are depleted with use.
3. 3D Accessories and Replacement Parts: Sale of accessories including build plates, build sheets, glue sticks, scrapers, and replacement parts (extruders, leveling assemblies) for Dremel DigiLab printers.
4. Professional Development and Training: Sale of professional development training courses (offered as vouchers in EDU bundles) that provide 4 PD credit hours upon completion. Training covers software, hardware operation, and implementation in the classroom.
5. Net 30 Credit Terms and Quotes: Net 30 credit terms offered for qualified customers. Quotes are provided via a web form for businesses and schools. Discounts available for larger orders. Shipping & Handling of $29.95 applied to orders under $1,000.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

3PI Tech Solutions is the exclusive global licensee of the Dremel DigiLab brand, selling Dremel DigiLab 3D printers (3D45, 3D40-FLX), 3D printing filaments (PLA, ECO-ABS, PETG, Nylon, TPU), accessories, replacement parts, slicer software (cloud and desktop), lesson plans, and professional development training. The company targets K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and professional/SMB buyers with both standard and EDU-bundle configurations.

Product overview

3PI Tech Solutions is the exclusive licensee of the Dremel DigiLab brand, offering a comprehensive 3D printing ecosystem consisting of two flagship printer models (3D45 and 3D40-FLX), each available in standard and education bundles. The product portfolio includes five filament types (PLA, ECO-ABS, PETG, Nylon, and TPU), dual slicing software options (desktop and cloud-based), and extensive educational resources including 30 lesson plans and professional development training. The 3D45 serves as the premium flagship with advanced features including RFID auto-recognition, HD camera, and multi-material support, while the 3D40-FLX offers an affordable flexible build plate solution. Both models share common accessories and software ecosystem, with EDU bundles adding pedagogical support materials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dremel DigiLab 3D45-01 3D Printer Flagship enclosed FDM 3D printer from the Dremel DigiLab line, sold for general professional and small-business use, featuring auto-leveling, HD camera, RFID filament recognition, and UL safety certification.
• Dremel DigiLab 3D45-EDU Bundle Classroom-ready bundle of the 3D45 printer packaged with lesson plans, training, and accessories for K-12 and higher-education adoption.
• Dremel DigiLab 3D40-FLX-01 3D Printer Flexible-filament FDM 3D printer from the Dremel DigiLab line, designed for users needing broader material compatibility for prototyping and small-batch production.
• Dremel DigiLab 3D40-FLX-EDU Bundle Education package of the 3D40-FLX printer combined with lesson plans, professional development, and accessories for classroom use.
• Dremel DigiLab PLA Filament Polylactic Acid (PLA) filament spool for the Dremel DigiLab 3D printer line, intended for educational and prototyping printing.
• Dremel DigiLab ECO-ABS Filament ECO-ABS filament spool compatible with Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, designed for tougher functional parts.
• Dremel DigiLab PETG Filament PETG filament spool compatible with Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, offering durability and chemical resistance for functional prints.
• Dremel DigiLab Nylon Filament Nylon filament spool compatible with Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, intended for flexible, high-strength applications.
• Dremel DigiLab TPU Filament Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) flexible filament spool compatible with Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, intended for flexible and rubber-like parts.
• Dremel DigiLab Desktop Slicer Software Desktop slicer application that converts 3D models into print instructions and sends jobs to Dremel DigiLab 3D printers.
• Dremel DigiLab Cloud Slicer Software Cloud-hosted slicer that prepares and queues 3D print jobs to Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, accessible from a browser without local installation.
• Dremel DigiLab 3D Lesson Plans Curated lesson plans that integrate Dremel DigiLab 3D printers into K-12 classroom instruction across STEM and design subjects.
• Dremel DigiLab Professional Development Training Paid training programs that certify educators and administrators on deploying Dremel DigiLab 3D printing in classrooms and labs.
• Dremel DigiLab 3D Printer Accessories Accessories for Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, including build plates, cleaning tools, and add-ons that extend printer functionality.
• Dremel DigiLab Replacement Parts Replacement parts (e.g., nozzles, belts, build plates) for Dremel DigiLab 3D printers, sold to maintain and repair existing units.

Quantifiable outcome

• Unboxing to printing in minutes
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Robert Bosch Tool Corporation / DremelcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner3PI Tech Solutions is the exclusive global licensee of the Dremel DigiLab brand. The partnership agreement with Bosch/Dremel grants 3PI rights to import, export, manufacture, have manufactured, and sell Dremel DigiLab 3D printers and 3D printer accessories globally. Former Bosch/Dremel associates joined 3PI to bring 3D printer innovation, software expertise, and operational excellence.
• Project Lead the Way (PLTW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner3PI Tech Solutions has relationships and experience working with Project Lead the Way (PLTW), a leading K-12 STEM education organization. The partnership supports integration of Dremel 3D printers into PLTW curriculum pathways.
• Underwriter Laboratories (UL)minorOthersUL is a top-rated, globally recognized 3rd party testing authority and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) approved by OSHA. All Dremel DigiLab 3D printers are UL certified for electrical, fire, and mechanical safety for US and Canada.
• Caylor SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDremel partnered with Caylor Solutions to compile research and produce the 'Dremel DigiLab and District Standardization' white paper, providing guidance on scaling and standardizing 3D printing programs in school districts.
• US Authorized ResellerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS authorized resellers including Amazon, CDW, Grainger, B&H Photo, Studica, DEPCO, DEMCO, and others. Education-only resellers include PLTW and Follett. These organizations provide selection, fulfillment, and consulting on Dremel DigiLab 3D products for Educators and Consumers.
• Canada Authorized ResellerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanada authorized resellers including Amazon.ca, PrintersPlus, Shop3D Canada, Spectrum Educational, Studica Canada, Envirolaser3D, and iDesign Solutions. These organizations provide selection, fulfillment, and consulting on Dremel DigiLab 3D products for Educators and Consumers in Canada.
• Europe Authorized ResellerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEurope authorized resellers covering UK (Douglas Stewart, Dryad Education, Flamefast, Create Education, Axminster, Rapid Online), Germany (Proshop, UFP), Italy (Synergie, MrDigital), Netherlands (123-3d, 3D Kanjers), Ireland (Ronaynes, SG Education), Denmark (Proshop), Sweden (Freken).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Creality: Creality is a leading low-cost FDM 3D printer OEM with broad consumer and education adoption. Competes with Dremel at substantially lower ASPs, putting pressure on price-constrained school buyers.
• MakerBot: MakerBot (Stratasys subsidiary) sells desktop FDM 3D printers and a certified education curriculum (MakerBot Educators Guidebook) into K-12 and higher-ed. Directly comparable FDM printers targeting the same classroom buyer with curriculum bundles.
• Bambu Lab: Bambu Lab sells high-performance enclosed FDM printers (X1, P1, A1) with cloud slicing and AMS multi-material system. A direct disruptor at the same enclosed, auto-leveling, multi-material price/performance tier.
• Formlabs: Formlabs sells resin (SLA) and selective laser sintering (Fuse) printers used in design/engineering education and pro prototyping. Overlaps 3PI's professional/SMB and education segments with a different print technology.
• Ultimaker: Ultimaker sells professional FDM 3D printers (S series, Method) and the Cura slicing software, with a strong education vertical presence in Europe and North America. Directly comparable professional FDM printers and cloud-printing ecosystem.
• Prusa Research: Prusa sells a leading enthusiast/professional FDM printer line (MK4, XL) plus its own slicing software (PrusaSlicer) and filament. Comparable FDM printers at competitive price points targeting hobbyists, professionals, and increasingly education buyers.
• XYZprinting: XYZprinting sells the da Vinci FDM line and education-focused bundles into K-12 markets with curriculum and PD offerings. A direct FDM peer with comparable education GTM.
• FlashForge: FlashForge manufactures desktop FDM 3D printers (Adventurer, Creator series) and filaments sold through education channels. Comparable FDM product portfolio and education channel approach.

Broad incumbents

• Stratasys: Stratasys is a major industrial and desktop 3D printing incumbent that owns MakerBot. Sells a broader portfolio (FDM, PolyJet, SAF) including the education-targeted MakerBot line that competes directly with Dremel DigiLab.
• 3D Systems: 3D Systems is a broad incumbent offering plastic and metal 3D printers, software, and on-demand services. Operates in the same desktop 3D printing market through Figure 4 and CubePro lines, overlapping Dremel's education and prosumer segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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