3D Systems (NYSE:DDD), founded in 1986 by stereolithography pioneer Chuck Hull, is a leading provider of additive manufacturing solutions. Headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina, the company develops and sells a broad range of 3D printers, materials, software, and on-demand manufacturing services. Its core technologies include stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering (SLS), direct metal printing (DMP), and multi-jet printing (MJP), enabling customers to build prototypes, production parts, and complex geometries across a variety of industries.
The company’s hardware portfolio spans desktop to production-scale systems designed for applications in aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer products, and education. In addition to printers, 3D Systems offers a suite of proprietary materials—including photopolymers, metals, ceramics, and engineered thermoplastics—optimized for performance, biocompatibility, and durability. Complementing its hardware and materials, the firm provides software tools such as 3D Sprint and 3DXpert, which streamline design preparation, build simulation, and process control.
To support customers with limited in-house manufacturing capacity, 3D Systems operates a global on-demand manufacturing network, offering custom parts, rapid prototyping, and low-volume production services. This network serves corporations, research institutions, and small businesses, ensuring access to advanced additive manufacturing without the capital outlay for equipment acquisition. The company’s service offerings also include application consulting, training programs, and maintenance support to help users optimize their additive workflows.
With operations spanning the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, 3D Systems maintains a presence in key markets through regional offices and channel partners. Under the leadership of President and CEO Vyomesh “VJ” Joshi, the company continues to invest in research and development, focusing on expanding material libraries, improving printer performance, and advancing end-use part applications. This strategic direction reinforces 3D Systems’ position as a comprehensive solutions provider in the rapidly evolving 3D printing industry.
