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title: "Purple Platypus confirmed as national reseller for Formlabs 3D printing systems"
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date: 2026-04-11
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description: "Purple Platypus, a California-based additive manufacturing distributor founded in 2007, has taken on a national reseller agreement with Formlabs, adding the company's full range of stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser..."
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# Purple Platypus confirmed as national reseller for Formlabs 3D printing systems

Purple Platypus, a California-based additive manufacturing distributor founded in 2007, has taken on a national reseller agreement with [Formlabs](https://www.voxelmatters.directory/company/formlabs/), adding the company's full range of stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing systems, materials, and training to its portfolio.

Through the partnership, customers across the US will gain access to [Formlabs hardware, materials, advanced training, and hands-on service](https://www.voxelmatters.com/formlabs-manufacturing-network-partners-have-printed-50000-parts-to-date/) directly through Purple Platypus. The distributor's Irvine Tech Center is set to display the full Formlabs product line, while the company's service bureau will offer quick-turn parts produced on Formlabs equipment.

[![Purple Platypus confirmed as national reseller for Formlabs 3D printing systems](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-04.jpg)](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-04.jpg)

[![Purple Platypus confirmed as national reseller for Formlabs 3D printing systems](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-03.jpg)](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-03.jpg)

[![Purple Platypus confirmed as national reseller for Formlabs 3D printing systems](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-02.jpg)](https://www.voxelmatters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Purple-Platypus-Formlabs-02.jpg)

## Expanding reach for Formlabs in the Americas

Formlabs, founded in 2011 by three MIT graduate students, has grown into the world's largest supplier of professional SLA and SLS 3D printers, serving sectors including medical, consumer goods, and engineering.

“We are excited to add this proven solution to our portfolio. Formlabs is the perfect addition to our existing industrial additive manufacturing offerings,” said Mark Swart, Chief Executive Officer of Purple Platypus. “Our team will raise the bar, bringing technical aptitude, service, and certified training to this new market of 3D printing users.”

Brian Nies, Head of Sales for the Americas at Formlabs, said the agreement extended the company's distribution reach through a partner with established technical and training capabilities.

“Partnering with Purple Platypus advances our mission to make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life,” Nies stated. “The reputation, coverage, and training capability that Purple Platypus has built will help get Formlabs' industry-leading 3D printers, tools, and materials in the hands of more engineers, designers, and innovators.”