be3D
Both software and hardware that allows businesses to manage their print systems, enabling them to reduce.
be3D, a Czech startup established in 2013 by founder David Miklas, carved a niche for itself in the desktop 3D printing market. The company's journey began with the DeeGreen 3D printer, which was developed from Miklas's diploma thesis and gained significant attention after winning a competition at the Technical University of Liberec. This early success was followed by the development of the DeeRed, a larger professional 3D printer, signaling the company's ambition to serve a broader market beyond hobbyists, targeting schools and businesses.
The company's product line focused on creating accessible and user-friendly 3D printers. The DeeGreen model was noted for its closed-box design for safety, automatic bed calibration, and an Ethernet connection, features aimed at simplifying the 3D printing process for educational and office environments. The larger DeeRed printer offered a substantial build volume, two extruders for multi-material or multi-color printing, and a built-in camera, catering to more demanding professional applications. This strategic product positioning allowed be3D to address the needs of both educational institutions and professional design and engineering firms.
A pivotal moment in be3D's history occurred in 2014 when Y Soft Corporation, a global enterprise office solutions provider, acquired a majority stake in the company. This acquisition integrated be3D into Y Soft's portfolio, transforming it into the YSoft be3D division. Under Y Soft's umbrella, the focus shifted towards integrating 3D printing into the educational and enterprise sectors through a comprehensive solution. This led to the development of the YSoft be3D eDee, a 3D printing solution specifically designed for education, combining the printer with print management and accounting features from Y Soft's core SAFEQ product. This system allows schools to manage, monitor, and charge for 3D print jobs, making the technology more manageable and scalable within an academic setting.
Keywords: 3D printing, desktop printers, educational technology, additive manufacturing, DeeGreen printer, DeeRed printer, Y Soft, print management, professional printers, Czech startup