Add North 3D

Overview

Add North 3D AB is a Swedish manufacturer specializing in high-quality 3D printing filaments, ranging from basic polymers to advanced engineering composites, alongside a select portfolio of FDM 3D printing machines, hardware, and accessories.¹³⁴ The company provides custom material development, 3D printing services, and consultancy, targeting both industrial and consumer markets with a focus on quality and sustainability.¹³⁴

History

Founded in 2016 by two childhood friends and two brothers who met during engineering studies at Chalmers University of Technology and had prior experience in the plastics industry.⁴ The founders identified challenges in sourcing high-quality 3D printing materials and established the company to address this gap.⁴ It has grown to offer a broad filament range and expertise in custom material development for 3D printing applications.¹⁴

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Sweden as a Svensk tillverkare, emphasizing in-house production of high-quality filaments.³ The company produces its filament portfolio domestically, leveraging plastics industry experience.¹⁴

Notable Products

• E-PLA - High-quality PLA filament for reliable everyday printing
• PP GF30 - Glass fiber reinforced polypropylene for engineering applications
• Custom Materials - Bespoke filament recipes developed for specific 3D printing properties

Reputation

Add North is regarded by 3D printing enthusiasts and professionals for delivering consistent, high-quality filaments that outperform many resellers' offerings, rooted in its engineering expertise.¹⁴ Its sustainability focus and custom development capabilities earn praise in industrial contexts.¹ Limited information on widespread criticisms, though as a smaller player, it may lack the extensive product testing data of larger competitors.¹⁴