3D printing for businesses has established itself as a key technology for improving competitiveness and innovation. Despite having over 30 years of history, it is still largely unknown to many organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, more and more businesses are asking whether additive manufacturing can add value to their operations. Whether you are developing a new idea based on 3D printing or running an established company, this article is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Below, we explain how to integrate additive manufacturing through the programmes at ThinkIn 3D Matar\u00f3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, the market evolves very rapidly. On one hand, new trends emerge constantly. On the other, customers demand increasingly personalised products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this context, additive manufacturing has become a key tool. It enables ideas to be transformed into products quickly, flexibly and efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Furthermore, 3D printing aligns fully with the principles of Industry 4.0. It therefore represents a clear opportunity for SMEs, micro-SMEs and start-ups that want to innovate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, adopting this technology is not straightforward. Especially in Catalonia, where 99.8% of the productive fabric is made up of small businesses, according to data from Pimec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was precisely to facilitate this transition that ThinkIn 3D Matar\u00f3 was created. It is not just a space with advanced 3D printing machinery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In fact, it is a project designed to help businesses innovate in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operations<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Production processes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Business models<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All of this, always with a personalised approach. Each company faces a different challenge, and each challenge requires a specific solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For this reason, the incubator offers three programmes with different levels of intensity and impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This programme is aimed at start-ups, spin-offs, SMEs and micro-SMEs. It is ideal both for newly created companies and for traditional organisations that want to make a qualitative leap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite appearing to be opposite profiles, they share a common element: the desire for deep transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imagine a company that wants to manufacture fashion accessories using 3D printing. The goal is to offer fully customised products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If this start-up is still fine-tuning its production process, the high-performance programme offers it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mentoring in strategy and business model<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expert support in additive manufacturing<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prototyping and technical validation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A viability plan to enter the market with guarantees<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this way, the idea is transformed into a solid business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now think of a company that produces in bulk using moulds. This company wants to explore personalisation and open new market niches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In that case, integrating 3D printing involves transforming the business model. Therefore, the high-performance programme is the right option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In short, if you want 3D printing for businesses to be a real driver of change, this programme is designed for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This programme is aimed at established SMEs and micro-SMEs. The goal is not to change the business strategy, but to improve their operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, an industrial company can use 3D printing to manufacture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spare parts<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tooling<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Support elements for machinery<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This reduces downtime and dependence on external suppliers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the other hand, it also allows products to be prototyped before investing in expensive moulds. This reduces risk and optimises resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, technology services are the lowest-intensity programme. They are designed for companies with a specific need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, a company that wants to test a new material can trial different 3D printing solutions before making a strategic decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will also have the support of experts in additive manufacturing applied to your sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Participating in the accelerator programmes allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incorporate a technology with high differentiation potential<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Access top-level expert advice<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Receive personalised mentoring for each situation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gain productive autonomy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Offer products with greater added value<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In short, 3D printing for businesses is a key tool for driving innovation and long-term competitiveness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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