Strategic Expansion:
Additive Manufacturing
Capturing the Industrial 3D Printing Market with BESTProto
Executive Proposal
1. Invest and Innovate
Invest in the FibreSeekr 3 ecosystem to offer industrial-grade carbon fiber printing at a fraction of traditional costs. This complements our existing PCB and box build services with high-durability housings and fixtures.
2. Strategic Leadership
Appoint a dedicated lead for the Additive Manufacturing division to spearhead procurement, testing, and the rollout of a new e-commerce revenue stream as an authorized distributor.
Explosive Market Growth
24%
CAGR for Additive Mfg (2025-2030)
$114B
Projected Market Size by 2032
Driven by Aerospace, Defense, and Electronics sectors - our core clientele.
Bridging the Gap
The Missing Piece
We excel at PCB prototyping and assembly. However, our customers also need:
- Custom fixtures for testing.
- Rugged housings for aerospace applications.
- Rapid functional prototypes.
Currently, this revenue is being left on the table or outsourced.
The Industrial Cost Barrier
Historically, true industrial capability required a 10x investment. That has changed.
The Disruptor:
FibreSeekr 3
The New Standard.
A revolutionary machine that brings Continuous Carbon Fiber printing to the desktop form factor.
- Continuous Fibre Co-extrusion (CFC)
- Industrial Strength, Desktop Price
- Open Materials (Low OpEx)
True Carbon Fiber Technology
Standard "Chopped" Fiber
Most "carbon" printers use plastic filament with microscopic chopped fibers. While stiffer than standard plastic, they lack true structural integrity and snap under heavy load.
Continuous Fiber (CFC)
The FibreSeekr 3 lays down unbroken strands of carbon fiber reinforcement. This creates parts with strength-to-weight ratios rivaling aluminum - perfect for the aerospace and defense sectors we serve.
Industry Validation
Operational Excellence
Metric
FibreSeekr 3
Leading Competitor
Machine Investment
~$3,000
~$30,000 - $50,000
Material Cost (Spool)
< $50
$200+ (Proprietary)
System Ecosystem
Open System
Closed / Vendor Lock-in
Phase 1: Validation & Acquisition
Procure
Secure a FibreSeekr 3 unit immediately to leverage introductory pricing. Negotiate review unit status to offset costs.
Test
Rigorous internal testing on fixtures and jigs. Validate aerospace-grade claims against our standards.
Integrate
Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and integrate into our service catalog as a premium offering.
Phase 2: Growth & Distribution
Q2 2026
Become Authorized Dealer
Q3 2026
Launch E-Commerce Store
Q4 2026
Marketing Campaign
2027
Full Revenue Stream
Risk Assessment
Potential Risks
- New Technology: FibreSeekr is a new brand (rebranded Anisoprint).
- Delivery Timeline: Kickstarter fulfillment slated for Feb 2026.
- Support: Distributor network is not yet fully established in US.
Strategic Mitigation
- Low Barrier: The ~$3k investment is negligible compared to potential upside.
- Early Mover: Securing a position now grants us “expert” status before mass adoption.
- Tech Heritage: Based on proven Anisoprint R&D (3+ years development).
Why BESTProto Wins
One-Stop Shop
We become the single vendor for electronics AND mechanical housings, simplifying the supply chain for our defense clients.
Revenue Diversification
Moving from pure service to hybrid service + hardware sales creates a more resilient business model.
Leadership & Execution
Ready to Lead
With prior experience testing Anisoprint prototypes and a deep understanding of additive manufacturing workflows, I am uniquely positioned to lead this division. My goal is to transition this from a "lab experiment" to a profitable business unit within 12 months.
Next Steps
Requesting approval to initiate Phase 1 procurement and vendor outreach.