Carbon, Inc., also known as Carbon3D, Inc., was founded in December 2013 by Joseph DeSimone, Philip DeSimone, Alex Ermoshkin, Nikita Ermoshkin, Edward Samulski, and Steve Nelson. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Carbon focuses on revolutionizing manufacturing through its innovative 3D printing technology. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products including 3D printers, scanners, software, and accessories, all integrated into a unique Idea-to-Production platform. Carbon aims to enable the design, development, and production of radically better products, serving a global market.
Notable figures associated with Carbon include co-founder Joseph DeSimone, a prominent figure in the field of materials science. The company has attracted significant investment from leading venture capital firms such as Sequoia Capital and Silver Lake. Key achievements include pioneering the use of Digital Light Synthesis technology in 3D printing and forming partnerships with major brands like Adidas for mass production. Carbon's impact is evident in its ability to streamline manufacturing processes and produce high-quality, customizable products at scale.