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title: "Caracol and CNC Robotics form UK partnership to support local LFAM"
url: https://www.voxelmatters.com/caracol-and-cnc-robotics-form-uk-partnership-to-support-local-lfam/
date: 2026-04-27
modified: 2026-04-27
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author: "Joseph Caron-Dawe"
description: "Milan-based Caracol, a robotic large format additive manufacturing company, has entered into a partnership with CNC Robotics, a Liverpool-headquartered KUKA Platinum System Integrator. The agreement brings together Caracol, CNC Robotics,..."
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  - "3D Printer Hardware"
  - "Acquisitions, Mergers & Partnerships"
  - "AM Industry"
  - "LFAM"
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  - "insights"
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# Caracol and CNC Robotics form UK partnership to support local LFAM

[Milan-based Caracol, a robotic large format additive manufacturing company](https://www.voxelmatters.directory/company/caracol-studio/), has entered into a partnership with CNC Robotics, a Liverpool-headquartered KUKA Platinum System Integrator.

The agreement brings together Caracol, CNC Robotics, and Caracol's existing UK reseller AM Futures to form a local support structure aimed at British industrial manufacturers. The collaboration debuted at last week’s MACH event in the UK.

The central focus of the partnership will be support for the assembly, integration, and servicing of [Caracol's Heron AM composite 3D printing platform](https://www.voxelmatters.com/caracol-produces-mold-free-robotic-lfam-sports-car-roof/) and [Vipra AM metal manufacturing system](https://www.voxelmatters.com/caracol-launches-vipra-am-integrated-robotic-metal-3d-printing-platform/) within the UK market. The arrangement is intended to support localized production and the reshoring of manufacturing capacity across sectors, including aerospace, marine, automotive, and composites.

CNC Robotics specializes in the development of bespoke robotic machining systems and holds KUKA Platinum System Integration Partner accreditation. The company's background in robotic CNC and milling was cited as a complement to Caracol's LFAM platforms, and the combined offering covers commercial engagement, technical integration, and after-sales support.

[![Caracol and CNC Robotics form UK partnership to support local LFAM](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caracol-CNC-partnership-03-640x480.jpg)](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caracol-CNC-partnership-03.jpg)

[![Caracol and CNC Robotics form UK partnership to support local LFAM](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caracol-CNC-partnership-02-640x480.jpg)](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Caracol-CNC-partnership-02.jpg)

“The UK is a strategic market for Caracol, and this partnership reflects the depth of that commitment,” said Francesco De Stefano, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Caracol. 

“By building a complete local ecosystem — with AM Futures and CNC Robotics — we are giving UK manufacturers access to the full power of our platforms, assembled and supported on home soil. At a time when reshoring and supply chain resilience are top priorities across British industry, we want Caracol to be the partner manufacturers can count on.”

Jason Barker, Founder and Chief Technology Officer at CNC Robotics, added: “Our partnership with Caracol is a major milestone for CNC Robotics and for the UK manufacturing sector. As Caracol's key partner in the UK, we're not only bringing cutting-edge large-format additive manufacturing technology to the market – we're backing it with local technical expertise, responsive on-the-ground support, and strong commercial guidance. 

“UK customers can rely on us for a seamless experience from initial consultation through to installation, training, and long-term service. Together with Caracol, we're enabling manufacturers across the UK to adopt advanced AM solutions with confidence and clarity.”

[Caracol executed a $40m Series B in Q4 of 2025 as part of its growth drive](https://www.voxelmatters.com/caracol-raises-impressive-40m-series-b-to-accelerate-global-scale-up/), earmarking the funds for [international consolidation and further expansion](https://www.voxelmatters.com/caracol-opens-new-north-american-hq-and-production-center-in-austin/).