UnionTech has sold over 10,000 industrial SLA systems to date
3D Alliances visited the company in China and share some impressive market data
UnionTech, the Chinese industrial SLA hardware leader, headquartered in Shanghai, has sold over 10,000 industrial SLA 3D printers worldwide, making it one of the most dominant players in the global additive manufacturing market. The company shared this impressive data on its market performance with Gil Lavi, CEO of the consultancy firm 3D Alliances during a recent visit. Among other insights, the company shared that its service division, Unionfab, operates over 800 machines and produces over 2 million parts annually for more than 80,000 customers across 174 countries. With over 25 years of expertise, UnionTech continues to push the limits of stereolithography-based systems, cementing its position as a market leader even as more and more companies enter this segment.
UnionTech’s technology is widely utilized across multiple industries, including aerospace, electronics and electrical appliances, with applications ranging from rapid prototyping to production of complex components. Medical customers rely on UnionTech’s solutions for custom dental aligners, implants, and surgical guides. In the footwear industry, advanced prototyping and mass-production techniques enable customized designs. The cultural and creative sectors incorporate 3D printing for artistic and architectural applications. Education programs use these technologies for training and research. In construction, durable and lightweight structural components are created for innovative architectural projects.
A legacy of production 3D printing innovation
Established in 2000, UnionTech has played a crucial role in the evolution of 3D printing technology. Through its extensive research and development, UnionTech has solidified its reputation as a leading provider of industrial 3D printing solutions.
Unionfab, UnionTech’s dedicated 3D printing service unit, operates one of the world’s largest fleets of industrial 3D printers, enabling it to offer cost-effective and efficient on-demand manufacturing solutions.
As China’s leading provider of 3D printing services for rapid prototyping and large-scale production, the company operates over 800 industrial-grade machines, utilizing various advanced technologies such as selective laser melting (SLM), selective laser sintering (SLS), MultiJet Fusion (MJF), fused deposition modeling (FDM), digital light processing (DLP), and PolyJet technology. It also offers CNC machining, vacuum casting, and investment casting. UnionTech and Unionfab collectively dominate 60% of China’s industrial 3D printing market, offering scalable solutions for production runs ranging from single prototypes to 100,000 parts.
Comprehensive 3D printing solutions
Like many Chinese competitors, UnionTech’s technology ecosystem covers all aspects of additive manufacturing, including 3D printers, materials, software, and services. This integration allows the company to efficiently manage every industrial 3D printing process stage, from design to production.
Polydevs is UnionTech’s high-performance software for preparing 3D CAD models. It streamlines the workflow, ensuring enhanced efficiency and superior print quality. The software accelerates data preparation, optimizing models for precision printing. Another key software solution, Unionfab ONE, is a free, one-click automation tool that simplifies 3D printing processes. Integrating intelligent hardware-software configurations enhances print accuracy and minimizes errors, making it easier for engineers to get started with additive manufacturing.
Since 2015, UnionTech has invested heavily in the research and development of 3D printing materials. The company established a core materials research center and launched a subsidiary, Synthestic, to advance materials innovation. Their research focuses on polyurethane for industrial applications, thiol-ene and epoxy-based materials for superior durability and flexibility, specialized resins for dental and orthodontic solutions, and materials optimized for footwear and tire manufacturing.
*This article was modified from its original version based on new information. The article initially stated that UnionTech has sold 20,000 systems worldwide, but new information provided by UnionTech at TCT Asia 2025 indicated that the correct number is 10,000 units.
