Zeepro is a technology company.
Zeepro has raised $5.0M across 1 funding round.
Zeepro has raised $5.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Zeepro is a technology startup specializing in consumer-oriented 3D printing devices, with a focus on making personal 3D printers accessible and user-friendly.[1][2][3] The company builds innovative hardware like the Zim, the first dual-head personal 3D printer designed as fully plug-and-play, featuring dual extruders, WiFi capabilities, and a consumer-friendly interface.[3][4] It serves hobbyists, makers, and everyday consumers seeking easy-to-use desktop 3D printing solutions, solving problems of complexity, setup hassle, and limited functionality in traditional printers by prioritizing simplicity, speed, and multi-material printing.[2][3][4] While specific recent growth metrics are unavailable, early traction included a Kickstarter launch for the Zim printer, highlighting momentum in the personal fabrication market.[4]
Zeepro was founded by an experienced team of engineers, designers, and business leaders, with Philippe Guglielmetti as CEO, who previously co-led Integra, a major telecom firm with over 1,200 employees operating across 10 European countries before its sale to a Verizon subsidiary in 2001.[2][3][6] Headquartered in San Francisco, the company emerged around 2013-2014, as indicated by UK company registration records for ZEEPRO LTD (company number 08363438).[5] The idea stemmed from a mission to revolutionize personal 3D printing by creating intuitive, high-performance devices for non-experts, culminating in the pivotal 2014 Kickstarter debut of the Zim printer, which showcased their unique approach to consumer-grade additive manufacturing.[2][3][4]
Zeepro stands out in the crowded 3D printing space through targeted innovations in hardware and user experience:
Zeepro rides the wave of democratized manufacturing, capitalizing on the explosive growth in consumer 3D printing during the mid-2010s maker movement and ongoing trends toward home fabrication.[1][2][4] Its timing aligned with falling material costs and rising demand for customizable goods, amplified by platforms like Kickstarter that fueled early adoption.[4] Market forces like advancements in FDM (fused deposition modeling) tech and the shift to plug-and-play devices favor Zeepro, as consumers move beyond tinkerer kits to appliances akin to home appliances.[3] By influencing the ecosystem through investor-backed innovations, Zeepro helps expand 3D printing from garages to mainstream households, paving the way for applications in education, prototyping, and personalized products.[1][2]
Zeepro's path forward likely involves scaling beyond the Zim with next-gen printers incorporating AI-driven print optimization, sustainable materials, and integration with IoT ecosystems for seamless home use. Trends like desktop manufacturing for sustainability and on-demand production will propel it, especially as 3D printing matures into a $50B+ market by 2030. Its influence may evolve from niche innovator to key player in consumer hardware, potentially through partnerships or acquisitions, reinforcing its founding vision of the "best personal 3D printers" for everyday creators.[2][3]
Zeepro has raised $5.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Zeepro's investors include Breega.
Zeepro has raised $5.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $5.0M Series A in April 2014.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2014 | $5.0M Series A | Breega |