Shapeways has acquired the 3D file sharing platform Thangs from Physna, Inc. The announcement is marking the second part of Shapeways’ relaunch beneath new administration. The acquisition goals to deal with infrastructure gaps in Shapeways’ earlier market system.
The mixing will enable Thangs to function as a subsidiary beneath the title Thangs 3D Inc., whereas sustaining its present neighborhood and performance. Thangs at present hosts an index of over 24 million 3D printable fashions and gives IP safety via Physna’s know-how. The platform will function the consumer-facing model for creators and makers.
The merger creates new alternatives for each platforms’ person bases. Designers utilizing Thangs will achieve entry to Shapeways’ manufacturing capabilities, enabling them to promote bodily merchandise on to shoppers. Shapeways CEO Marleen Vogelaar stated: “The workforce behind Thangs actually love their creators and neighborhood — and so they take excellent care of them: which is strictly consistent with the unique spirit of Shapeways.”
Underneath the brand new construction, Shapeways will concentrate on enterprise prospects whereas supporting Thangs’ consumer-oriented companies. The corporate plans to implement a ‘Print to Shapeways’ button throughout the Thangs platform and develop new store options. Each platforms will make the most of Shapeways’ digital manufacturing engine, which operates beneath ISO:9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001 requirements.
Former Shapeways neighborhood members and new customers can discover monetization alternatives via the Thangs platform at thangs.com/memberships. The mixed ecosystem now spans the whole 3D creation worth chain, from design conception to bodily manufacturing. This integration permits creators to keep up their digital asset companies whereas increasing into bodily product gross sales.
