Allen Brown
3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has become a groundbreaking technology with the potential to transform numerous industries by enabling unparalleled speed, flexibility, and efficiency in production. In recent years, Milan, Lombardia, Italy, has emerged as a hotbed of innovation in the 3D Printing industry with new startups making significant strides. These companies are leveraging the power of 3D printing technology to innovate and create value in various sectors, ranging from e-commerce and fashion to energy and retail technology. This article shines a spotlight on eleven such startups, all founded in 2020 or later, revealing how they are making waves in their respective fields.
3D Printing technology has the potential to revolutionize manufacturing, changing how we produce and consume goods. The flexibility of 3D Printing allows startups to iterate quickly, reducing the time from design to prototype. This has created an environment in Milan that is conducive to innovation in 3D printing. The startups highlighted here are just a few examples of companies capitalizing on this opportunity.
From allowing customers to design and customize their own products, to leveraging the power of artificial intelligence in retail, and from creating value from industrial waste to accelerating the digitization of the printing industry, these startups are transforming the face of various industries. They embody the enterprising spirit of Milan, and prove that Italy is a serious player in the 3D printing sector.
Zakeke
Founded by Alvise Biffi and Angelo Coletta, Zakeke is a pioneer in the fields of 3D printing, augmented reality, and e-commerce. Their solution allows brands and retailers to offer their customers interactive “design-your-own” product personalization experiences, complete with live 2D, 3D, and AR previews. The cloud-based, cross-platform, multi-lingual tool meets the demands for customized products in any store, anywhere.
ELSE Corp
ELSE Corp, led by Andrea Silvestri, Andrey Golub, and Zoran Radumilo, offers game-changing solutions for the fashion industry. The startup’s cloud API platform, powered by AI and machine learning, combines 3D product personalization with virtual fitting and order generation for smart hybrid manufacturing. This revolutionizes the retail process, bringing the focus onto the customer and enhancing the virtual shopping experience.
FABtotum
Fabtotum, a company founded by Giovanni Grieco and Marco Rizzuto, takes the idea of a personal 3D printer and pushes it further with its Desktop Personal Fabricator. The all-in-one device allows for additive 3D printing, subtractive manufacturing and 3D digital acquisition, providing a compact, user-friendly tool that blurs the line between the digital and physical worlds.
Ariston Group
Founded by Francesco Merloni, Ariston Group is an energy and manufacturing brand that focuses on providing thermic comfort systems. Its high-efficiency products are designed to provide maximum comfort with minimum use of energy.
DDD
A relative newcomer to Milan’s 3D boom, DDD serves as a marketplace for 3D printing, offering yet another example of the technology’s versatility.
ReHouseIt
ReHouseIt, founded by Nicolò Verardi and Riccardo Frezzato, uses industrial waste to create 3D printed base panels, which are then processed for uniformity and ease of installation.
SILOS Visonary Craftsmen
Under Piero Monitillo’s leadership, SILOS offers rapid prototyping through 3D printing, alongside a broad array of other services like natural stone products, cloud survey processing, and artisan process design.
Nofrill
Nofrill utilizes 3D printing as part of its consultancy services, providing a structured approach for companies looking to adapt to technological advancements and operational changes necessitated by the digital era.
Printangers
Printangers is a digital printing company that uses large format 3D printing for both indoor and outdoor promotional materials for companies.
Helios Guzzi
This company stands out in the digital signage, e-commerce, and graphic design marketplace, further demonstrating the vast array of sectors that 3D printing solutions can contribute to.
MetaHeritage
Specializing in cultural heritage, MetaHeritage offers a unique blend of 3D printing and virtual reality services. Its digital tools allow for the exploration of cultural heritage instances, opening up theoretical development possibilities for immersive storytelling.
