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In this first Beta phase, our service is completely free. You only pay for what you print and you are completely free to reject any price increases requested by the maker.

Makers are users who have a 3D printer (for fun, for work, as a second job, etc...) and who provide their expertise to make 3D objects on demand.

To use the platform, the maker must have read to our Regulations and accepted our Terms of Condition. We also ask makers to take a quality test that will be carefully checked by our quality team.

All DDD makers have read and accepted the platform's Regulations and Terms and Conditions. In addition, makers take quality tests that are checked and validated by our quality team.

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Largest listed companies in the 3D printing sector

3D printing dates back to the late 1980s. At the end of 2018, the size of the 3D printing market, according to various estimates, reached from $9 trillion to $10 trillion. Calculations were made based on the cost of producing printers, components and 3D printing.

In the coming years, expert agencies (IMARC, Inkwood Reasearch, Marketwatch, etc.) predict a steady growth of at least 20% per year. In this scenario, by the end of 2025, the scale of the entire 3D printing segment will reach at least $ 32 trillion - 3. 5 times higher than the current values.

The outlook for the sector makes it attractive to investors. Consider the largest and most stable companies in this segment, whose shares can be considered for purchase and take their rightful place in your portfolio.

1. HP Inc Capitalization: $29.3 billion

HP manufactures computers, printers, tablets and a number of other devices. The release of 3D printers is not the main specialization of the company, but HP occupies one of the leading positions in the 3D printing segment. In 2014, the company developed the Multi Jet Fusion technology, which allowed to increase productivity and reduce the cost of professional (industrial) 3D printers. The technology has been successfully applied in mass production of printers since 2016.

In 2017, HP opens the world's first 3D lab, equipped with printers in various build states and essential tools for device experimentation. The company has opened up the first opportunities to test new materials in 3D printers to increase efficiency.

In 2018, HP will open a joint manufacturing center with China's Guangdong in Guangdong, China, which is the largest such 3D printing project in Asia Pacific and Japan. The facility is equipped with ten high-tech next-generation HP Metal Jet printers to produce parts and prototypes for industrial customers.

2. Proto L abs (NYSE: PRLB). Capitalization: $2.56 billion

The company was founded in 1999 and has more than 10 production sites in seven countries. The head office is located in Minnesota. The company specializes in the production of parts for other manufacturing companies. The corporation positions itself as the fastest in the world in the production of custom prototypes and finished parts for industrial customers. In 2014, Proto Labs launched 3D printed parts.

In addition to 3D printing, the company produces CNC (Computer Numerical Control) parts, injection molding and sheet metal parts. In 2015, Proto Labs bought Alphaform (specializing in innovative 3D printing) with divisions in Germany, Finland and the UK. This allowed the company to expand its 3D printing business in Europe. To diversify its business and introduce sheet metal manufacturing, the company acquired Rapid Manufacturing in 2017 for $120 million. 9 Systems ( NYSE: DDD). Capitalization: $1.01 billion

3D Systems was founded by inventor Chuck Hull in 1986 as the world's first 3D printing company. It produces 3D printers and components, including software, and also designs them. The company provides services at various stages of design, development and production of products for many large industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, entertainment and other areas. It should be noted that the corporation also works with retail consumers. Business diversification within the 3D segment makes the company financially stable.

3D Systems is headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA. The number of employees of the company exceeds 2600 (as of the end of 2018), which is twice as high as five years ago.

4. Stratasys ( NASDAQ: SSYS). Capitalization: $0.98 billion

The company was founded in 1989 by Scott Crump. The technology was based on the idea of ​​creating the shape of a figure by layering after Scott decided in 1988 to make a toy for his daughter using a gun filled with glue. At 1992 Stratasys released its first 3D Modeler product.

Today, Stratasys manufactures industrial and desktop 3D printers and related accessories. The range of services includes installation, maintenance and training in working with printers. The company serves various industries by developing technologies for the production of prototypes and parts. The first public offering of Stratasys shares took place in 1994 at $5 per share and a total volume of $5. 7 million. The head office is located in Minnesota.

5. Materialize Capitalization: $0.88 billion

Incorporated in 1990 in Leuven, Belgium, Materialise specializes in 3D printing services and 3D printer software. Like other leaders in this sector, Materialize works with various major manufacturers around the world (Adidas, HP), but a significant share of the business is in cooperation with medical centers and institutions. The company's portfolio includes more than 150 medical patents. Materialize offices are located in 18 countries, including one office located in the CIS in Ukraine.

Issuer Comparison

The most valuable company among the leaders is HP, which is due to the scale and diversification of the company's business in the entire technology segment. 3D Systems, Stratasys and Materialize specialize exclusively in the 3D printing segment, while their capitalization is on the same level. Proto Labs has three businesses besides 3D printing and is in the middle of our list in terms of capitalization.


The most undervalued company in terms of EV/EBITDA is HP, but it is not correct to compare it with other issuers by this multiplier due to the differentiation of the company's products and services. 3D Systems has the highest EV/EBITDA, and from this point of view, the paper is not so attractive to buy. Moreover, over the past four years, 3D Systems shares have been in a stable sideways trend without technical prerequisites for growth.

The remaining three companies, in our opinion, may be of interest. At the same time, if your long-term goal is to get the maximum increase from the growth of the 3D printing sector, then investing in HP shares is less preferable compared to other securities. After all, the reaction of the shares of companies with a direct specialization is more sensitive to changes in the sector. Below are the consensus forecasts of investment houses according to Reuters, according to which Stratasys (14.9%) and Materialize (13.6%) shares have the greatest potential now.

HP Inc (NYSE: HPQ): $20.5 (+3.4%)
Proto Labs (NYSE: PRLB): $98.7 (+3.0%)
3D Systems (NYSE: DDD): $8 .6 (+0.6%)
Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS): $20.8 (+14.9%)
Materialize (NASDAQ: MLTS): $19.2 (+13.6%)

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Overview of 3D printer manufacturers

3D printing appeared in the late 1980s, but 2020 became a breakthrough year for the technology. The pandemic disrupted supply chains, and it was 3D printing that made it possible to quickly obtain the necessary items and spare parts, ranging from consumables for hospitals and clinics to parts for medical, industrial and other equipment.

The prospects and pace of development of the sector in recent years have significantly increased its investment attractiveness, however, there are certain risks that should not be discounted.

Technology Brief


3D printing is the process of converting a model developed on a computer into a real three-dimensional object. Printing occurs due to the successive layering of thin layers of material. These are mainly thermoplastics of various types, but ceramic, biocompatible and other composite mixtures can also be used. That is why this technology is called additive.

3D printing technologies differ depending on the materials and equipment used, but the general process scheme is always the same:

  1. A virtual layout of the object is created on the computer, and in order to make a model, you do not need to have 3D modeling skills. A special scanner photographs a real object from different angles, creating a digital copy of it.
  2. The program does slicing - it breaks the model into many thin horizontal layers.
  3. The template is loaded onto the 3D printer, the device reads the diagram and prints it layer by layer in volumetric form.

Application area


With the help of a 3D printer, you can copy any object or create your own. The possibilities for additive printing are almost limitless. Now the technology has already found application in various industries:

  • health care: the creation of orthopedic orthoses, dentistry, transplantology, the manufacture of prostheses;
  • industrial production: parts of machine tools and equipment;
  • space, aviation and automotive industries;
  • robotics;
  • construction: models of buildings or individual structural elements;
  • food production: figured chocolate, jelly and other desserts;
  • household items: from smartphone cases and collectible figurines to shoes and interior items;
  • Jewelry.

At the moment, additive technologies are most in demand in medicine - 3D printing makes it possible to create consumables, prostheses, orthoses, mouthguards and even absolutely accurate models of human organs - and in industrial production when creating parts and equipment elements.

But the scope of 3D printing is constantly expanding, opening up new opportunities for both large companies and small startups.

Industry Outlook


At the moment, 3D printing does not yet allow you to get fast and large-scale results, but the technology has proven itself in areas that require precision and uniqueness.

Increasing the availability of equipment and the absence of the need for long training of personnel to work with 3D printers also played a role. Over the past six years, the number of global and specific industries that use 3D printing technology has increased, and this market is truly limitless:

  • large companies or organizations may refuse to purchase the necessary consumables or parts, producing them on their own in the volumes they need;
  • the role of additive printing in medicine has already been discussed above, and there are also broad development prospects here;
  • 3D solutions lower the threshold for new players to enter the market. Now, to launch your own production, there is no need to rent a room and purchase sophisticated equipment. For example, niches for creating custom car tuning parts, collectible figurines for computer game fans or unique gifts have just begun to open and have already begun to gain popularity.

At the end of 2021, the volume of the additive printing market was $15 billion, the calculations were based on the cost of 3D printing and the production of printers and components. In the coming years, the expert agency Business Insights predicts an annual growth of the segment by more than 24%. At this pace, by the beginning of 2029, the size of the 3D printing market will grow at least five and a half times.

Technology deficiencies and company risks


Despite the prospects for the development of 3D technologies, 3D printing cannot yet be unequivocally called a profitable industry. There are a number of difficulties that do not allow you to fully rely on additive technologies.

Still high cost of equipment. Cheap 3D printers allow you to print small objects. To create parts of large dimensions, it is necessary to purchase expensive equipment, which may turn out to be unprofitable.

Low performance. This disadvantage should be considered in conjunction with the previous one: now the speed and cost of 3D printers do not allow them to be used in mass production, making a tangible profit.

Insufficient strength of manufactured parts. The layered structure is more fragile in the direction of layers than a monolith and cannot withstand heavy loads.

Lack of stability. The use of additive technologies on an industrial scale requires equipment and materials that can ensure higher production reliability. At the moment, 3D printing is most often used for prototyping, quality control, or for the production of one-off parts.

The need for post-processing, which increases the cost and time of production of each unit.

Unpredictability. Additive manufacturing is constantly evolving, new materials and printer models are emerging, and there is always a risk that equipment that has been heavily invested in will suddenly become obsolete.

3D printing companies on the St. Petersburg Stock Exchange


There are quite a few companies associated with 3D printing on the St. Petersburg Stock Exchange, and it is not their main activity. This industry is so young that at the moment it does not even have a benchmark significant index.

But the global trend of increasing demand for additive technologies in various areas of life can open up new prospects for industry pioneers.

Proto Labs (NYSE: PRLB). Capitalization - 2.56 billion Proto Labs was founded in 1999 in Minnesota, and by 2022 it already has more than ten branches in seven countries around the world. The company specializes in the creation of prototypes and finished parts for individual orders. In this niche, Proto Labs is one of the largest and fastest manufacturers: it takes only a few days to create a part of any complexity.

Since 2014, Proto Labs has started using additive technology for manufacturing parts. In total, the company operates in four areas:

  1. Injection molding, revenue growth +4% yoy.
  2. CNC processing, +41%.
  3. 3D printing, +17%.
  4. Sheet metal production, +24%.

Although 3D printing still accounted for only 14.8% of the company's revenue as of the end of 2021, the technology's growth trends could bring more tangible profits in the future.

Source: Tinkoff Investments

3D Systems Corp (NYSE: DDD). Capitalization — 1.88 billion The company was founded in 1986, headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

3D Systems manufactures and sells equipment, software and materials for additive manufacturing. Most often, the company's products are used in the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor and healthcare industries.

In 2021, 3D Systems announced two separate acquisitions. The company has agreed to acquire Titan Additive LLC, a developer and manufacturer of large-format industrial 3D printers, and Kumovis, a German provider of additive manufacturing solutions for personalized medical applications.

After the announcement of the results for the fourth quarter of 2021, the company's quotes increased by 15%. This positive reaction was driven by double-digit revenue growth of 13.1% yoy, excluding sales of part of the business. In addition, 3D Systems reduced its net loss by almost three times, and the revenue forecast for 2022 was increased by 10%.

Source: Tinkoff Investments

Align Technology (NYSE: ALGN). Capitalization - 32.4 billion American company Align Technology is a manufacturer of medical equipment for dentistry and orthodontics. The patented Invisalign bite treatment system is based on the use of transparent removable orthodontic caps, which are printed on a 3D printer individually for each client.

The company is headquartered in Silicon Valley and has a rapidly growing branch network covering Russia, Mexico, Costa Rica, the Netherlands, Australia and Japan.

Digital orthodontics is developing rapidly, and Align Technology is not going to give up its positions just yet. The percentage structure of revenue for 2021 is distributed as follows: 80% - sales of Invisalign products, 20% - sales of intraoral scanners and other dental equipment.

Source: Tinkoff Investments

HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ). Capitalization - 39.7 billion. The company does not specialize in the production of 3D printers, but still is one of the leaders in the additive printing market.

In 2014, HP developed the Multi Jet Fusion 3D powder printing technology, which reduced the price and increased the speed of industrial 3D printers, and two years later, the first HP Multi Jet Fusion models were already on sale.

In 2017, Hewlett Packard introduced the world's first 3D lab for testing various additive printing raw materials. And in 2018, it announced Metal Jet technology for 3D printing of industrial quality metal products.

The performance of the HP Metal Jet printer is 50 times higher, and the cost of finished parts is noticeably lower than that of counterparts using other technologies.

On April 7, 2022, news came that excited investors: Warren Buffett bought the company's shares for $4.2 billion. Immediately after the announcement of the deal, HP shares grew by 14.75%.

Let's compare companies by multipliers, growth rates, and R&D costs.

Source: Tinkoff Investments

Company multiples


9029eight HPQ
Capitalization, billion dollars P/E Forecast P/E P/S Debt to equity
PRLB 2.56 38.00 28.00 2.81 0.01
ALGN 32.40 41.00 32.00 8.18 0.04
DDD 1.88 5.30 5.00 2.88 0.60
39.70 6.80 8.70 0.69 −3.58

Revenue growth rate, mln USD


9029eight 56,630 (-3.62%)
2019 2020 2021
PRLB 458 (+2. 69%) 434 (−5.24%) 488 (+12.44%)
ALGN 2406 (+22%) 2471 (+3%) 3952 (+60%)
DDD 636 (−8%) 557 (-12%) 615 (+10.4%)
HPQ 58,760 (+1.3%) 63,000 (+11.25%)

Profit growth rate, mln USD


2019 2020 2021
PRLB 63 fifty 35
ALGN 442 1775 772
DDD −69 −149 322
HPQ 3152 2884 6503

R&D expenses, as a percentage of revenue


2019 2020 2021
PRLB 7. 2% 8.5% 9.0%
ALGN 6.5% 7.1% 6.3%
DDD 13.1% 13.3% 11.2%
HPQ 2.6% 2.6% 3.0%

Source: Seeking Alpha

Summarizing the data, several conclusions can be drawn:

  1. All companies are profitable, with the exception of DDD, which received a one-time profit in 2021 through the sale of non-core assets.
  2. ALGN and PRLB have the lowest debt load.
  3. All companies are growing.
  4. DDD has the highest R&D spending, while the company has the lowest revenue growth rate. Investors should pay attention to this.

What is the result


Modern 3D printers can significantly reduce time and costs when solving problems of geometry control and reverse engineering in the automotive industry, aviation, mechanical engineering, shipbuilding, jewelry and medicine.

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