3D Creation Systems was founded in 2008 with one purpose: to bring precision additive manufacturing to every type of customer — from the Fortune 100 engineer to the entrepreneur turning a sketch into a real product. Seventeen years later, that mission hasn't changed.
3D Creation Systems was founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2008 with a clear vision: make industrial-grade 3D printing accessible to every organization — regardless of size. What began as a specialized FDM printing operation quickly grew into a full-service additive manufacturing company as the technology landscape evolved.
Over the years, we expanded our capabilities to include SLS and SLA printing, 3D scanning, product development services, STL file conversion, and functional nomenclature printing. In response to growing demand from western U.S. customers, we opened our second manufacturing plant in Denver, Colorado — giving us true bi-coastal production capacity.
Today, 3D Creation Systems operates as a company of Direct Digital Manufacturing Services LLC, headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We serve clients across medical, OEM, agriculture, and product development sectors — from entrepreneurs with a new idea to engineering teams at Fortune 100 companies.
Our values aren't a poster on the wall — they're the principles that guide every print, every project, and every customer relationship.
"To deliver precision 3D printing and manufacturing solutions that empower every customer — from entrepreneur to enterprise — to bring their ideas to life."
Every part is reviewed before it ships. We apply the same quality standards whether you've ordered one part or one thousand — because your reputation depends on ours.
We don't just process orders — we partner with our customers. Our engineers are available to review your design, recommend optimizations, and help you succeed from the very first conversation.
Fast turnaround is a core commitment — not a premium add-on. Our dual-plant operations give us the capacity to move quickly without sacrificing the dimensional accuracy your project demands.
We believe great manufacturing shouldn't be reserved for large corporations. We serve Fortune 100 engineering teams and first-time entrepreneurs with the same dedication and respect.
We continuously invest in new equipment, materials, and processes to stay at the leading edge of additive manufacturing — so our customers always have access to the best technology available.
Everything we make is produced in the United States — Minneapolis and Denver. Domestic manufacturing means better communication, faster delivery, and a supply chain you can actually rely on.
A look at the milestones that shaped 3D Creation Systems into the full-service manufacturing partner we are today.
3D Creation Systems launches in Minneapolis, Minnesota as a specialized FDM printing operation serving local engineering and product development clients.
Responding to customer demand, we added SLS and SLA printing capabilities — transforming into a comprehensive multi-technology additive manufacturing provider.
We launched 3D scanning, STL file conversion, and engineering support services — becoming a one-stop manufacturing partner from concept file to finished part.
We deepened capabilities in medical-grade and biocompatible materials, earning the trust of healthcare manufacturers and growing our OEM production partnerships.
To better serve western U.S. customers and provide production redundancy, we opened our Denver facility — doubling our capacity and reducing lead times across the country.
With two U.S. facilities, three print technologies, and a team of dedicated engineers, 3D Creation Systems continues to grow as the trusted additive manufacturing partner for clients across every industry and every scale.
We don't specialize in one type of customer — we specialize in precision manufacturing for all of them.
Enterprise engineering teams trust us for high-volume production runs, critical-tolerance components, and medical-grade parts at scale.
We love working with innovators developing new products. From your first prototype to your first production run, we're with you every step.
Biocompatible materials, sterilization-compatible processes, and meticulous quality control for medical device and healthcare manufacturers.
Custom components for equipment manufacturers and agricultural applications — built for durability in demanding real-world environments.
We hold ourselves to a high standard — not because it's required, but because it's the only way we know how to operate. Here's what every customer can expect every time.
No hidden fees. No surprises. We provide detailed, accurate quotes and communicate any changes proactively.
Our engineers review every file and are available to advise on design, material selection, and technology choice — at no extra cost.
We treat your deadline as our own. If there's ever a risk to delivery timing, you'll hear from us immediately with a solution.
Every part is inspected before it ships. If something doesn't meet the agreed specification, we fix it — period.
Whether you have a file ready or just an idea, our team is here to help. Reach out to either of our facilities and we'll take it from there.
Whether you have a finished CAD file or just an idea on a napkin, 3D Creation Systems is ready to help you move from concept to production. Reach out today — no project is too large or too small.