Linear AMS Merges With Shapeways

In 2020, Linear's team built this set of parts to illustrate the type of quantities Multi Jet Fusion easily makes possible. Linear founder John Tenbusch holds this batch of 120 parts which was 3D printed in about 16 hours. Photo Credit: Linear AMS

Linear AMS has completed a merger with Shapeways. “We remain committed to bringing you a best-in-class manufacturing platform that connects buyers and manufacturers together without any restrictions,” John Tenbusch, Linear AMS founder, says.

According to the company, its services and customer support will remain unchanged. It is said customers can expect the same level of commitment to service they have always had, with the same team dedicated to providing them with essential channels to meet their manufacturing needs.

Shapeways, headquartered in New York City, is a global digital manufacturer with brands which are said to help propel the manufacturing industry forward. Its focus on on-demand 3D printing and expansion into traditional manufacturing services provides additional opportunities for Linear AMS customers, the company says.

Tenbusch says Shapeways and Linear AMS are stronger together as they combine to bring an unwavering commitment to giving manufacturing buyers access to manufacturers. “We believe that together we can better serve your needs, while accelerating innovation to bring you more choice and greater possibilities,” Tenbusch adds.

Founded in 2003, Linear AMS is a customer-focused, solutions-oriented partner for plastics mold tooling and production. These competencies along with its full machine shop capabilities have enabled it to become an industry leader in mold flow analysis, plastic injection mold simulation capabilities, full black-box design and advanced process support, the company says.

The company partners with customers for low- or high-volume production as well as offering engineering services along with tooling and cooling capabilities. According to the company, its strengths lie in its engineering/design, short production times and troubleshooting. Its engineering staff is said to have extensive knowledge in molding solutions for prototype molding, low-volume production, full assembly, tryouts, R&D projects, and injection and compression molding equipment.

Shapeways also utilizes a variety of materials for production parts, rapid prototyping and finishing processes. It says its focus is making 3D printing more accessible to everyone through automation, innovation and digitization, and also providing outsourced additive manufacturing services.