Formlabs

Formlabs, founded in September 2011 by MIT Media Lab students Maxim Lobovsky, David Cranor, and Natan Linder, is a leading American manufacturer of 3D printers based in Somerville, Massachusetts. The company's core mission is to revolutionize the 3D printing industry by providing high-quality, accessible 3D printing technology. Formlabs offers a range of products including stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers such as the Form 1, Form 2, Form 3, and Fuse 1 series, along with related software and consumables. Their market focus spans various industries including dental, engineering, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, medical, and education.

Notable affiliated individuals include the founders, who have significantly contributed to the company's innovative trajectory. Formlabs gained early recognition by raising nearly $3 million through a Kickstarter campaign for their Form 1 printer. The company has since achieved substantial growth, with a reported revenue of $82.5 million in 2021 and a workforce of around 500 employees. Formlabs' impact is evident in its pioneering advancements in 3D printing technology, making high-precision and reliable 3D printing more accessible across multiple industries globally.