Markforged
ActiveOverview
Markforged Holding Corporation is a public additive manufacturing company that designs, develops, and manufactures industrial 3D printers, software, and materials under The Digital Forge platform.1 It specializes in printers capable of continuous carbon fiber reinforcement and metal printing for manufacturing applications like tooling, fixtures, prototyping, and end-use parts.12 The company targets manufacturers seeking on-demand production to replace traditional metal methods, using cloud architecture and AI integration.1
History
Markforged was founded in 2013 by Gregory Mark and David Benhaim.1 It introduced the first 3D printers capable of printing continuous carbon fiber reinforcement.1 The company went public as Markforged Holding Corporation and maintains its base in Massachusetts.1
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Forge Platform | Industrial additive manufacturing ecosystem | $10,000 - $100,000+ |
| Onyx Series Printers | Carbon fiber reinforced plastic printing | $5,000 - $20,000 |
| Metal X Series | Affordable metal 3D printing | $100,000 - $200,000 |
| OQ Series | Qualified industrial composite printers | $20,000 - $50,000 |
Manufacturing
All products are developed and produced in Massachusetts, United States.1
Notable Products
- Onyx One - Entry-level continuous fiber reinforced 3D printer for prototyping.
- Onyx Pro - Advanced printer with laser scanning for precise carbon fiber parts.
- Metal X - Desktop metal 3D printing system for factory-grade parts.
- X7 - High-strength industrial printer for end-use production.
Reputation
Markforged is recognized by engineers and manufacturers for pioneering continuous fiber reinforcement and producing functional parts suitable for factory use.12 Professionals value its affordability in industrial-grade metal and composite printing.2 Some note limitations in material variety and scalability compared to larger competitors.1