Building on its successful partnership with Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA for distribution in the US, 3D Systems inked another agreement with Sydney-based Konica Minolta Business Solutions Australia to expand coverage through Konica Minolta’s extensive network of dealers and direct sales in Australia.
According to the official press release, Konica Minolta Australia – the market leading provider of integrated solutions and managed services – will now enter the 3D printing market to provide its customers access to advanced manufacturing solutions, complementing and expanding its product and services portfolio while focusing on education, manufacturing, architects and print bureau industries.
“We are excited to be able to work with a recognised industry leader, offering the most comprehensive suite of 3D printers and services in Australia. Our goal is to arm our nationwide, exceptional sales organisation with cutting-edge products, solutions and services that help our customers grow their business and gain a competitive edge,” said George Fryer, General Manager Production Sales at Konica Minolta Australia.
“We are excited to work with a partner like Konica Minolta Australia and expand our coverage through their established network to accelerate 3D printing adoption. Konica Minolta brings strong customer relationships, service and support, and provides us an opportunity to extend our advanced 3D printing technology to a wider range of customers and applications,” said Michele Marchesan, Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer, 3D Systems.
Some of the first products that Konica Minolta will resell from 3D Systems include: the ProJet® 3500 Series Professional 3D Printer which is ideal for rapid manufacturing, functional testing, design communication, rapid tooling and more, and the ProJet® 660 Professional 3D Printer that targets consumer products, healthcare, education and other vertical market customers that are interested in printing full-colour, photo-realistic models for product design, prototypes, assemblies and colour concept models.
