As a high-quality, open AM platform provider, HAGE3D ideally complements the BigRep portfolio towards becoming a full-solution provider also for high-temperature applications. The acquisition is founded on extensive technological synergies on the one hand, and strategically expanded market reach on the other. BigRep focuses on large-scale Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) as the most widely used and versatile 3D printing technology and strives to further accelerate its growth path advancing data-driven innovation and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Berlin, Germany, November 7, 2023 â� BigRep GmbH (“BigRep”), a leader in largeâ�format extrusionâ� based additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, acquires HAGE3D GmbH (“HAGE3D”) and thus strengthens its prominent position in the industrial, open AM sector. Through this partnership, BigRep will realize farâ�reaching synergies by offering a full spectrum of lowâ�toâ�highâ�temperature AM solutions and by expanding its global presence, extensive reseller network, and scalable supply chain. With a combined installed base of more than 1,000 largeâ�scale 3D printers in all relevant industrial sectors, BigRep and HAGE3D are perfectly positioned to become one of the leading open AM suppliers. Both parties have agreed not to disclose the detailed deal terms.
BigRep and HAGE3D together offer a superior portfolio of industrial 3D printers with up to one cubic meter build volume handling the full range of standard, technical, and highâ�performance thermoplastic materials in lowâ�, midâ� and highâ�temperature build chambers. As part of BigRep’s fully integrated AM business model comprising reliable Madeâ�inâ�Germany hardware, intuitive productivity software, qualified and qualityâ�controlled filaments, and valueâ�adding support, training, and services, HAGE3D products are expected to quickly find worldwide customer acceptance. Both parties will continue their collaborative path to make the production of complex, largeâ�format functional parts with intelligent FFF technology the mainstream choice for manufacturers.
Dr.â�Ing. Sven Thate, Managing Director of BigRep GmbH, comments: “We are excited about the merger with HAGE3D. For our worldwide customers this makes us their local provider of open industrial AM solutions across all temperature levels unlocking almost limitless material options. We expect the AM market to continue its dynamic growth for the foreseeable future, driven by strong megatrends such as digitalization and decentralization of manufacturing. We will capture this opportunity with HAGE3D, who ideally complement our team and portfolio of open AM solutions with its highâ�temperature FFF platforms. Together, with similar mindsets of customer centric, dataâ� driven innovation, we plan to form a European leader pushing the limits of what is possible with FFF.”
Thomas Janics, Managing Director of HAGE3D, says: “With BigRep we have found a perfect partner to accelerate the attractive global growth opportunities in the industrial AM sector. While our focus was previously on the Germanâ�speaking markets, we now can provide our products globally through BigRep´s sales network, adding Graz to map of technology centers next to BigRep’s in Berlin, Boston, Shanghai, and Singapore. Complementing its current lowâ�temperature and energyâ�conscious largeâ� format AM platforms, we will expand BigRep´s portfolio with a range of highâ�temperature 3D printers that open a broad spectrum of new applications and markets. It’s a winâ�win in R&D, production, and sales. Therefore, we jointly look forward to an innovative, unique, and successful future together.”
About BigRep
A global leader in largeâ�format FFF 3D printing, BigRep strives to transform its user’s productivity and creativity with easyâ�toâ�use additive manufacturing solutions. With an aim to help companies accelerate innovation and rethink manufacturing, BigRep’s Germanâ�engineered 3D printers enable engineers, designers, and manufacturers from startâ�ups to Fortune 100 companies to go from prototyping to production faster, getting their products to market first. Through collaborations with strategic partners – including BASF, Bosch Rexroth, Etihad Airways, and Deutsche Bahn – BigRep continues to develop complete additive manufacturing solutions comprising of industrial 3D printers, software, advanced materials, and services. Founded in 2014, BigRep is headquartered in Berlin with offices and technical centers also in Boston, Shanghai, and Singapore.
About HAGE3D
HAGE3D is the industrial AM subsidiary of HAGE Sondermaschinenbau GmbH, an advanced engineering company with 40 years of experience in largeâ�format, specialâ�purpose machine building. By relying on its engineering expertise, HAGE3D develops stateâ�ofâ�theâ�art technologies and innovative solutions. Its largeâ�format midâ� and highâ�temperature systems are fully assembled in Obdach, Austria, using only industrialâ�quality components. The result is highly accurate and reliable industrial 3D printing machines that continue to perform throughout longâ�term use in all industries and a wide range of applications.
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