Do 3D Systems' Printers Beat the Competition? | Summary and Q&A

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October 10, 2013
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Do 3D Systems' Printers Beat the Competition?

TL;DR

3D Systems competes in various 3D printing technology platforms and is lagging in the consumer market compared to MakerBot.

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Key Insights

  • ๐Ÿ›Œ 3D Systems competes in various 3D printing technologies, including material extrusion, multi-jet modeling, vat photo polymerization, and powder bed fusion.
  • ๐Ÿ‚ The company is falling behind in the consumer market, specifically in the entry-level printing category compared to MakerBot.
  • ๐Ÿ‘พ EOS is the market leader in the powder bed technology space where 3D Systems is lagging.
  • ๐Ÿ— To succeed, 3D Systems needs to focus on developing and competing in each printer category instead of trying to do too much.
  • ๐Ÿงก While rivals like MakerBot and EOS focus on specific printer technologies, 3D Systems has a wider range of offerings.
  • ๐Ÿ›Œ The acquisition of Phoenix should help 3D Systems in the powder bed fusion market.
  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ผ 3D Systems' focus on product development and competition is crucial for evaluating their business.

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Questions & Answers

Q: What are the different technologies used by 3D Systems in their printer lines?

3D Systems employs material extrusion, multi-jet modeling, vat photo polymerization, and powder bed fusion technologies in their printer lines.

Q: Who are the main competitors of 3D Systems in the 3D printing market?

MakerBot is a leader in the entry-level printing category, and EOS competes with 3D Systems in the powder bed technology space.

Q: What are the advantages of using the S pro and Phoenix lines compared to other technologies?

The S pro and Phoenix lines employ powder bed fusion technology, allowing for the printing of metal or plastic parts that can be used directly in manufacturing with minimal rework.

Q: Where is 3D Systems falling behind in the market?

3D Systems is lagging in the consumer market, particularly in the entry-level printing category where MakerBot is emerging as a leader.

Summary & Key Takeaways

  • 3D Systems offers different printer lines using technologies such as material extrusion, multi-jet modeling, vat photo polymerization, and powder bed fusion.

  • MakerBot is a leader in the entry-level printing category, and EOS competes in powder bed technology where 3D Systems is falling behind.

  • 3D Systems needs to focus on developing and competing in each printer category to keep up with rivals.

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