MakerBot Opens New Factory in Brooklyn

MakerBot, a provider of desktop 3D printers, has opened a new factory at Industry City in Brooklyn, NY. This factory, according to the company, reinforces its commitment to manufacturing in the area.

The facility is 170,000 square feet and centralizes materials, production, product testing and shipping in one location.

“Since MakerBot was founded in 2009, we have been leading the desktop 3D printing revolution from Brooklyn and this has spearheaded a renaissance of manufacturing here. Brooklyn has defined what MakerBot is today and I couldn’t think of a better place for our new factory,” said Jonathan Jaglom, CEO of MakerBot. “The new MakerBot factory is a state-of-the-art facility with a focus on lean manufacturing and efficiency, making it one of the most advanced factories in New York City and in the global 3D printing industry. Close proximity to our R&D teams and corporate headquarters is a huge advantage as it allows us to adapt quickly to changes in the growing market of 3D printing.”

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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.