Sweden has established itself as a European leader in industrial additive manufacturing, capitalizing on its world-class engineering heritage with the aggressive adoption of 3D printing technologies in automotive, aerospace, medical and defense sectors. The Swedish system is one of consortium collaboration. Companies like Saab, Scania and Ericsson, which are large companies, co-own research facilities rather than doing fragmented individual work. This has helped Sweden speed up the transition from prototype to series production and become a world leader in metal additive manufacturing.
The following five companies are the biggest players in Sweden’s industrial 3D printing scene. These range from Europe’s largest polymer service bureau to a metal printing powerhouse backed by a consortium, as well as electron-beam technology specialists and material science innovators. Together they show the maturity and sophistication of Sweden’s additive manufacturing capabilities.
Top 5 Industrial 3D Printing Companies in Sweden
- Prototal Sweden AB
- AMEXCI
- Freemelt Holding AB
- AIM Sweden AB
- Wematter AB
A Closer Look at the Top 5 Industrial 3D Printing Companies in Sweden
1. Prototal Sweden AB
Prototal Sweden AB is the largest European provider of manufacturing services in industrial 3D printing, injection molding and vacuum casting. The company’s roots are in Electrolux, the first in Europe to buy a 3D printer back in 1988. Prototal has nine production units in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Italy and Austria and its head office is located in Jönköping. Since 2019, investment company Nalka has backed Prototal, which has over 300 clients a year, from startups to large Nordic industrial companies.
Key Points
- Full-spectrum services: We provide a complete range of services, from early prototyping to full-scale serial production, all in one place, including 3D printing and injection molding.
- Strategic partnerships: An HP Digital Manufacturing Partner and first global EOS End-to-End Production Partner, with access to polymer printing technology.
- Industry certifications: ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), ISO 13485 (medical devices), EN 9100 (aerospace), IATF 16949 (automotive) and Clean Room ISO 8.
- Material and technology agnosticism: Provides fit-for-purpose solutions across multiple polymer technologies, rather than locking customers into single platforms.
Achievements
- Recognized by SOFF (Swedish Security and Defense Industry Association) as a key supplier to defense and security sectors.
- Turnover SEK 800 million in 2024, demonstrating commercial scale.
- Maintains an ISO 8 clean room for manufacturing medical and electronic devices—a key capability for regulated industries.
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Industry watchers say that Prototal’s “technology-agnostic” model and pan-European manufacturing footprint provide customers with supply-chain resilience that single-site providers cannot match. With over a decade of industry experience and certifications, the company is the partner of choice for medical technology, automotive and aerospace clients that require validated, repeatable quality.
Contact Information
Website: https://www.prototal.se
2. AMEXCI
AMEXCI (Additive Manufacturing EXperience Centre and Innovation) was founded in 2017 by the initiative of Marcus Wallenberg, after his visit to SpaceX, where he saw the company 3D print rocket engines. The consortium is owned by Swedish industrial heavyweights such as FAM, Saab, Scania and Ericsson and has the explicit ambition to accelerate the industrial adoption of additive manufacturing in the Nordic region. AMEXCI employs 35 people and has facilities in Karlskoga (headquarters) and Örebro, with a sister site in Tampere, Finland.
Key Points
- Consortium ownership model: Co-owned by the end-user industries, not a stand-alone service bureau, ensuring practical, application-driven R&D.
- New 4,700 sqm facility: Opened in Örebro in 2025, designed for series production of complex metal components with a focus on efficiency, material utilization and automation.
- Advanced machine park: At its core is a Nikon SLM NXG XII 600, a 12-laser system that is capable of printing parts up to 600 x 600 x 600 mm. Also runs SLM 500 systems for aluminum (AlSi10Mg) and EOS M290 systems for titanium and stainless steel.
- Post-processing integration: Integrated a 5-axis Hedelius Tiltenta 7 machining center to finish large components, recognizing that post-processing is essential for production-scale additive manufacturing.
Achievements
- Saab CEO Micael Johansson illustrated this point with a case study of an additively manufactured part that replaced a submarine propulsion part that used to require 609 parts.
- Design of novel AI-driven laser sources for true industrial scaling, combining precision, production speed and repeatability.
- The investors are ABB Ventures and Foundation Asset Management.
Feedback
AMEXCI is considered Sweden’s most advanced center for production-grade metal additive manufacturing. The consortium model removes the traditional hurdle of individual companies having to make multi-million-kronor investments on their own. But the facility mainly focuses on consortium members’ projects, which could restrict access for non-member companies. I hope,” says Marcus Wallenberg. His ambition is to see a completely 3D‑printed submarine in the future”—indicates the long‑term, high‑stakes vision behind the investment.
Contact Information
Website: https://amexci.se/
3. Freemelt Holding AB
Freemelt is a Swedish high-tech growth company within the area of electron beam powder bed fusion (E-PBF) technology for metal additive manufacturing. Unlike laser-based systems, Freemelt’s electron beam technology benefits materials susceptible to thermal stress, such as tungsten, copper and some titanium alloys used in orthopedic implants and electromobility components. The company’s flagship product, the Freemelt ONE, is an open-platform 3D printer optimized for materials research and development and is used by universities, research institutes and corporate R&D departments.
Key Points
- Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion (E-PBF) runs at higher temperatures than laser systems, leading to lower residual stresses and the ability to print refractory metals and crack-sensitive alloys.
- Open platform philosophy: Freemelt’s platform is not closed and proprietary; it allows researchers and industrial users to customize process parameters and develop new materials.
- Target markets: Orthopedic implants (titanium), electromobility components (copper) and medical/energy applications (tungsten).
- Recent commercial traction: March 2026 Freemelt received an order for a Freemelt ONE from PrintIT Sweden, a start-up establishing an E‑PBF service center focused on industrial applications.
Achievements
- Listed on Nasdaq (Freemelt Holding AB) as a publicly traded high‑tech company.
- Proven commercial viability with orders from academic and industrial R&D customers.
- “A strategically important part of Freemelt’s industrialization,” says CEO Daniel Gidlund, highlighting that the PrintIT Sweden collaboration strengthens the company’s position on the Swedish market.
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Freemelt occupies a special niche in the Swedish 3D printing community. The company doesn’t produce parts for end customers such as Prototal or AMEXCI, but its hardware allows other manufacturers to create high-end metal printing capabilities. Research institutions particularly value this open-platform approach. As a relatively small player compared to international E-PBF competitors, Freemelt must achieve commercial success by moving beyond R&D to full-scale production applications and the PrintIT Sweden collaboration is designed to accelerate this transition.
Contact Information
Website: https://freemelt.com/
4. AIM Sweden AB
AIM Sweden AB is a service provider in the area of additive manufacturing with a focus on metal and polymer 3D printing for demanding industrial sectors. Business Sweden has nominated the company as one of the best Swedish exporters of additive manufacturing, representing Sweden at the Formnext trade fair in Frankfurt (November 2025) – the world’s meeting place for industrial 3D printing. AIM Sweden has expertise in materials science for tailored solutions in aerospace, automotive and healthcare applications.
Key Points
- Material Science Focus: Unlike commodity service bureaus, we focus on advanced materials that improve the performance and durability of printed parts.
- Rapid prototyping to production services. This includes everything from quick-turn prototypes to end-use production parts.
- Sustainability focus: Eco-friendly materials and processes minimize environmental impact.
- Export orientation Selected by Business Sweden to represent the country’s additive manufacturing capability at international trade events.
Achievements
- Participated in the Swedish Pavilion at Formnext 2025 together with industry leaders such as Thermo-Calc, ProCADD and Northern Waves.
- Recognized as a leading player on the Swedish 3D printing scene for its breadth of technology and sustainability credentials.
- Builds partnerships with academic institutions to promote research and development in additive manufacturing.
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Although AIM Sweden is not as visible in the public arena as the consortium-backed AMEXCI or the high-volume Prototal, the company has a strong reputation among customers seeking material-specific expertise, industry sources say. The invitation from Business Sweden to represent the nation at Formnext, an invitation-only process, is a formal recognition of the company’s technical capabilities and export potential.
Contact Information
Website: https://aimsweden.com/contact-us/
5. Wematter AB
Wematter AB is a Swedish 3D printing company that has carved a unique position in the field of polymer components produced through selective laser sintering (SLS) technology. Wematter stands out from metal-based competitors by producing durable, lightweight parts in nylon and other engineering polymers. The company’s Gravure platform is an SLS system aimed at industrial users that need both prototyping and end-use part production. WeMatter focuses on user-friendliness and software integration to lower the entry barrier for companies to adopt polymer additive manufacturing.
Key Points
- Selective Laser Sintering focus: SLS technology makes parts without support structures, allowing complex geometries that FDM or resin printing cannot.
- Material selection: Nylon & other high-performance polymers for functional prototypes and end-use production parts.
- User-centric design: Software and hardware design focuses on ease of use, enabling companies lacking dedicated AM specialists to employ industrial SLS.
- R&D partnerships: We engage proactively with academia to advance SLS technology and material capabilities.
- As a Swedish SLS provider with state-of-the-art technology, we operate in a market segment that has traditionally been dominated by German and US manufacturers.
- We develop custom material formulations to meet specific project requirements, not just one-size-fits-all.
- Participates in industry events, such as the Swedish Pavilion at Formnext (via ecosystem partnerships).
Feedback
Wematter is an important link in the Swedish additive manufacturing value chain, focusing on polymer SLS, a technology that is vital for producing durable, production-grade plastic parts that have no geometrical constraints like other methods. But it will have to compete strongly against international SLS leaders. The focus on user experience and software integration may be a differentiator for Swedish SMEs that want to adopt additive manufacturing without a lot of in-house expertise.
Contact Information
Website: https://www.3dsystems.com/3d-printers/sls-300
FAQ
What is the difference between service bureaus (Prototal, AIM Sweden) and technology developers (Freemelt, Wematter)?
There are also service bureaus (Prototal and AIM Sweden) that make parts for customers. You send them a design file and they send you back physical components. Technology developers (Freemelt and Wematter) develop the 3D printers and other companies use them to produce parts. “Prototal and AIM Sweden are therefore direct service providers, while Freemelt and Wematter are original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the additive space. AMEXCI is a hybrid. A production center owned by a consortium, for the most part for its member companies.
Which Swedish company is best for production-scale metal 3D printing?
Sweden’s most advanced facility for production-scale metal additive manufacturing, AMEXCI, has a 12-laser Nikon SLM NXG XII 600 and AI-supported process development. But the main customers of AMEXCI are its consortium owners—Saab, Scania and Ericsson. Prototal has metal printing capabilities for external customers through its collaboration with EOS, but the company’s primary focus is polymers.
What certifications should an industrial 3D printing company hold for regulated industries?
For aerospace: EN 9100 (Prototal has this certification). For medical devices: ISO 13485 (Prototal has this) For automotive: IATF 16949 (Prototal has this). ISO 9001 is a standard for overall quality management. As an SOFF member (Prototal) for defense applications, you can work on security-sensitive projects. Always verify that your supplier holds the specific certification required by your industry and jurisdiction.
Is Swedish 3D printing competitive with German or US providers?
In metal additive manufacturing for high‑value applications (defense, aerospace, automotive), yes. AMEXCI’s consortium model and advanced machine park are world‑class. In a role as a polymer service bureau, Prototal’s European network and certifications place it among the continent’s leaders. However, Sweden does not yet host a major 3D printer OEM at the scale of Germany’s EOS or SLM Solutions. Freemelt’s electron beam technology represents a specialized niche rather than broad-market competition.
What industries drive Swedish industrial 3D printing adoption?
Automotive: Scania uses additive manufacturing for sustainable mobility solutions and shorter development cycles. Aerospace and defense company Saab has replaced 609 separate parts in a submarine with a single printed part. Medical technology: Freemelt aims at orthopedic implants. Consumer and industrial products: Prototal addresses a wide range of clients from start-ups to large manufacturers. Electronics: Ericsson is applying additive manufacturing to future generations of products.
How does the Swedish consortium model (AMEXCI) differ from traditional service bureaus?
Traditional service bureaus (Prototal and AIM Sweden) run as independent businesses, selling printing services to any customer. AMEXCI was founded and is owned by its industrial members—Saab, Scania, Ericsson and FAM. The consortium model makes it possible for members to share the expensive advanced metal printing equipment and develop applications together, without each company having to make independent investments of many millions of kronor. AMEXCI gives priority to member projects for production capacity and is less accessible to non-members.
What is electron beam powder bed fusion (E‑PBF) and why does it matter?
E-PBF uses an electron beam instead of a laser to melt metal powder. The electron beam operates at higher temperatures and can handle reflective or thermally sensitive materials, such as copper (for electromobility) and tungsten (for medical and energy applications). E-PBF also typically produces parts with lower residual stress than laser systems. Freemelt is Sweden’s leading developer of open platform E-PBF technology.
Which company is the oldest in Swedish industrial 3D printing?
Prototal traces its origins to Electrolux, which acquired Europe’s first 3D printer in 1988. Since 2019, Nalka has backed the formal Prototal entity, but the operational heritage has extended over three decades. AMEXCI was founded in 2017 and Freemelt is a more recent high‑tech venture.
