- 3D Systems Corporation
- Exone Company
- Formlabs Inc.
- General Electric (Ge Additive)
- Materialise Nv
- Organovo Holdings, Inc.
- Oxford Performance Materials Inc.
- Proto Labs, Inc.
- Slm Solutions Group Ag
- Stratasys Ltd
(Note: The list of the major players will be updated with the latest market scenario and trends)
Recent development for 3D Printing Healthcare Market:
July 2023- Nexa3D, a California-based manufacturer of SLA 3D printers, has partnered with global chemical company Henkel to introduce a new polymer called xMED412 for 3D printing.
November 2022- Wipro 3D, a company that offers 3D printing solutions, has introduced its first locally produced 3D printer. This industrial-grade printer uses fused filament fabrication technology and is known for its sturdiness and dependability. The Wipro 3D F300-2 printer comes with features like automatic platform leveling, a magnetic print bed, a self-cleaning nozzle, and dual filtration, which ensure both user safety and excellent 3D print quality.
The utilization of 3D printing is rapidly growing in the healthcare system. The technology's various applications in different fields are expected to drive market growth. For instance, dental implants were among the first medically approved fields to use 3D technology. Since then, the FDA has approved 3D technology to develop other complex implants in various healthcare fields. According to a 2021 study in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 3D printing has a substantial impact on bone and cartilage restoration and has the potential to treat patients with weakening musculoskeletal injuries. Furthermore, 3D printers are also used to assess surgeons to make an enhanced and informed decision before surgery as it generates accurate and detailed anatomical models. 3D printing is also used to make customized medical equipment like clamps, forceps, and hemostats. Furthermore, 3D printing is also utilized in making implants and prosthetics. The prosthetics can now be developed based on an individual requirement. Also, 3D printing helps patients take medication. Individuals who are unable to take their medication due to their illness condition or get confused can easily take it with the help of 3D printing, as it handles both medication dosage and potential interaction between drugs treating different conditions. Thus, the various application of 3D printing combined with technology is expected to drive market growth during the forecast period. However, stringent government regulation and less awareness of this technology may hinder market growth.