SyBridge Technologies Expands Partnership with Carbon, Inc. to Enhance North American Manufacturing Capabilities

ITASCA, Ill., April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SyBridge Technologies, a leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, is pleased to announce the significant expansion of its partnership with Carbon, Inc., a pioneering 3D printing company known for its Digital Light Synthesis™ (DLS™) technology.

As the first phase of this investment, SyBridge is more than doubling its dedicated manufacturing space at its Chicago-area headquarters, with a focus on DLS capacity expansion. This strategic collaboration underscores SyBridge's commitment to investing in cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and its dedication to scaling operations to meet increasing demand and support North American customer reshoring initiatives.

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Carbon's Preferred North American Partner

This plant expansion also marks a milestone in the growing partnership between SyBridge Technologies and Carbon, strengthening their commitment to scaling additive manufacturing in North America. Since partnering eight years ago, SyBridge has printed almost 2 million DLS parts, demonstrating extensive experience and reliability.

"We're thrilled to further strengthen our relationship with Carbon as a preferred North American partner for high-volume DLS applications," said Byron J. Paul, CEO of SyBridge Technologies. "This investment establishes SyBridge as the largest domestic solution for cost-effective, high-volume DLS production, enabling American companies to localize manufacturing, reduce supply chain risks, eliminate tariff exposure, and lower total production costs."

Philip DeSimone, CEO, Carbon, stated, "SyBridge has been an invaluable partner in advancing the adoption of DLS in North America. This latest expansion reinforces its position as a leader in high-volume additive manufacturing giving our customers globally a North American production partner that can help reduce dependence upon overseas contract manufacturers. SyBridge's commitment to innovation and efficiency aligns perfectly with Carbon's vision for the future of manufacturing."

The DLS Manufacturing AdvantageCarbon's DLS technology delivers significant advantages over traditional manufacturing methods:

Engineering-Grade Materials: Carbon's materials portfolio delivers predictable mechanical responses for end-use parts.Enhanced Design Freedom: The technology enables complex geometries that could not be made with other forms of manufacturing and excels in flexible lattices for foam replacement applications.Accuracy and Repeatability: The Carbon DLS process offers excellent accuracy and repeatability, within tolerances as tight as +/-40 μm.Consumer-Grade Production: The Carbon platform enables end-use consumer products that offer comfort, performance, and protection benefits with extensive color capabilities and options for customization.Cost-Effective Scaling: SyBridge's lean manufacturing approach makes high-volume DLS production economically viable.

About SyBridge Technologies

SyBridge Technologies is a global leader in precision tooling and advanced manufacturing solutions. We are North America's second largest injection molding tooling platform with capabilities that span the product lifecycle, from design and prototyping through to high volume tooling and aftermarket services. SyBridge Technologies is backed by Crestview Partners and comprises acquisitions of 15 industry leaders that bring together different products, services, and technologies into a unified technology-enabled platform. SyBridge is headquartered in Itasca, Illinois and operates through 18 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.SyBridge.com.

About Carbon

Carbon is a leader in 3D printing technology, enabling companies to develop superior products and bring them to market faster. The Carbon DLS™ process, utilizing state-of-the-art printers, advanced software, and high-quality materials, empowers engineers and designers to surpass conventional expectations in product development. Carbon's innovative solutions support prototyping, low-volume production, and scale production, offering a robust network for printing functional end-use parts as needed. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, Carbon is dedicated to advancing the future of manufacturing. To learn more, visit www.carbon3d.com.