12-15-2015: Dr. Hans J. Langer, the founder of EOS, invested in 3YOURMIND
The company secured seven-figure funding to fuel its international expansion
On December 15, 2015, Dr. Hans J. Langer, founder of EOS GmbH, a global leader in industrial 3D printers using laser sintering technology, became the primary investor in 3YOURMIND. The company secured seven-figure funding to fuel its international expansion. At the time, 3YOURMIND was one of the few software companies specializing in automated analysis and optimization of data for 3D printing, with a focus on industrial technologies, particularly PBF (Powder Bed Fusion).
Officially established in 2014 as a spin-off from the Technical University of Berlin, 3YOURMIND's roots actually trace back to 2012-2013 in Wrocław, Poland. There, co-founder Aleksander Ciszek, together with Stephan Kuehr, developed the initial concept for a platform to streamline the ordering of professional 3D printing services.
Recognizing the limited business potential for such an ambitious project in Poland, where the 3D printing industry was virtually nonexistent at the time (its real growth began between 2013 and 2015), Ciszek relocated to Berlin. Together with Kuehr, they built one of the largest software platforms for additive manufacturing in the world.
In its early stages, 3YOURMIND tools enabled users to compare service providers' offers, as well as automatically correct and prepare 3D printing data directly from CAD programs. By the time of Dr. Langer’s investment, the company had over 25 employees based in Berlin and its branch in Wrocław. Aleksander Ciszek was responsible for the Polish operations, which became a hub for software development and client support across Central and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Hans J. Langer’s investment marked a pivotal moment in 3YOURMIND’s history, transitioning it from a startup to a global provider of innovative solutions. Backed by EOS, one of the most significant companies in additive manufacturing history, 3YOURMIND gained critical legitimacy in the eyes of AM clients, establishing trust in its solutions from the outset.
Today, 3YOURMIND is a leader in providing software for managing 3D printing processes in industrial applications. The company serves clients from various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, offering solutions to support additive manufacturing workflows. Additionally, 3YOURMIND collaborates with government institutions, including the U.S. military.
Source: www.3yourmind.com