Hamburg-based start-up 3D Spark has raised two million euros in a recent seed financing round. The round was led by Swedish investor Triplefair, accompanied by existing investors Fraunhofer Technologie-Transfer Fonds (FTTF) and Innovationsstarter Fonds Hamburg (IFH). The capital will be used to further develop the software-based platform, which supports manufacturing companies in decision-making processes along the entire production chain.
Robin Larsson, Managing Director, Triplefair: “Manufacturing digitalization is accelerating, but most solutions address only isolated parts of the value chain. 3D Spark’s comprehensive platform uniquely combines design analysis, multi-technology manufacturing assessment, and procurement optimization in one integrated solution. This holistic approach is where we see tremendous potential for manufacturing enterprises globally.”
Jörg Wamser, Managing Director, FTTF: “Over the past two years, we’ve watched 3D Spark customers achieve remarkable results – reducing component costs and cutting procurement cycles from weeks to days. 3D Spark’s data-driven approach to manufacturing decision-making represents exactly the kind of technological innovation FTTF aims to support. Plus the company’s vision to now incorporate conventional manufacturing technologies alongside additive manufacturing significantly expands its market potential.”
3D Spark’s SaaS platform combines AI-supported analysis processes with tools for manufacturability assessment, cost calculation, carbon footprint determination and offer comparison. Users automatically receive information on the optimal manufacturing technology, suitable materials and realistic market prices from qualified suppliers. Over 15 manufacturing methods are currently supported, including both additive and conventional processes such as milling or sheet metal processing. Customers include Alstom, Deutsche Bahn, Siemens Mobility and the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB).
Benjamin Lakhssassi, Investment Manager, IFH: “Hamburg’s industrial base is transforming through digital innovation, and 3D Spark exemplifies this evolution. Their platform bridges gaps between engineering, manufacturing, and procurement – three areas traditionally siloed in enterprise operations. We’re increasing our investment because we’ve seen firsthand how their solution drives not just cost savings, but also sustainability improvements and supply chain resilience for manufacturers.”
“This funding marks a significant milestone for 3D Spark. With the combined expertise and support of our investors, we’re better positioned than ever to achieve our vision of simplifying and revolutionizing industrial component manufacturing and procurement.” said Fritz Lange, Co-founder & CEO of 3D Spark. “We’re particularly focused on expanding our technology coverage and enhancing our platform capabilities to address the full spectrum of manufacturing decision challenges.”
The aim is to make the procurement process even more efficient through automated price queries and simplified requests for quotations. In addition, the team is to grow in order to meet the increasing demand and the planned international expansion.
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