Wang Wenbin of Polly Polymer Technology: The "ChatGPT Moment" for Mass Production of End-Use Components with 3D Printing

At the beginning of 2025, Panda3dp.com organized a special feature titled "2025 Outlook from General Managers of 3D Printing Companies," inviting Wang Wenbin, Chairman of Polly Polymer Technology, to share his insights on the prospects of products, technologies, and markets for the year.

△A New Industrial Revolution: 3D Printing's Leap to Mass Production

For years, both 3D printing and artificial intelligence have been heralded as cornerstones of the new industrial revolution. However, due to constraints in material performance, printing efficiency, and costs, 3D printing has remained limited to rapid prototyping and small-batch production, rarely integrating into daily life. Recent technological advancements, however, have ushered in a pivotal transition for 3D printing, moving from prototyping to the mass production of end-use components.

As a leading enterprise in 3D printing with a core focus on material research, Polly Polymer Technology has driven innovation across the entire industrial chain in recent years, laying a solid foundation for the mass production of end-use components. Against this backdrop, Wang Wenbin shared his profound insights into the future development of 3D printing mass production.

"Seven years ago, driven by a vision to propel 3D printing from prototyping to mass production, I founded Polly Polymer Technology. Starting from scratch, we focused on high-performance material research, building a comprehensive high-speed printing ecosystem across the entire industry chain. Along the way, we overcame critical bottlenecks in the industry, unveiling the groundbreaking HALS ultra-high-speed 3D printing technology, which achieved revolutionary improvements in printing speed and material performance. This solidified our strides in mass production.

Today, Polly Polymer's 3D-printed end-use products are widely applied across industries such as footwear, home furnishings, healthcare, and cultural creativity. We are witnessing what I call the industry's 'ChatGPT moment'—a technological breakthrough that brings 3D printing products into everyday life through innovation."Wang Wenbin of Polly Polymer Technology said.

High-Performance Materials: The Backbone of Mass Production

High-performance materials play a critical role in the journey from prototyping to mass production, providing vital support for diverse applications. Polly Polymer Technology has assembled an experienced R&D team that continuously refines material properties to meet the demands of various industries and scenarios. By integrating these materials with ultra-high-speed 3D printing, technological barriers to mass production have been progressively dismantled, paving the way for new opportunities.

By 2024, Polly Polymer had developed over 8,000 polymer material formulas, resulting in a series of high-performance materials. Examples include composite materials for robotics that combine high strength with lightweight properties, innovative wear-resistant materials for industrial components capable of withstanding harsh conditions, and elastic materials with exceptional durability for consumer goods like sports shoes and cushions. These advances have significantly expanded the application of 3D-printed end-use components, injecting robust momentum into the push for mass production.

Smart Cloud Factories: Enabling Efficient Production at Scale

At this critical juncture, Polly Polymer's smart cloud factories have integrated intelligent management with on-demand production, establishing a reliable foundation for the industry's exploration of mass production. In recent years, these factories, powered by ultra-high-speed 3D printing, have supported numerous domestic and international brands in transitioning from small-scale prototyping to large-scale production across sectors like footwear, helmets, and creative design. This transformation has not only elevated productivity but has also introduced 3D-printed products into everyday life, heralding a new era for manufacturing.

Diverse Applications: Empowering End-Use Products

Polly Polymer's technologies have been widely adopted in diverse industries, empowering the large-scale application of end-use products. By leveraging HALS ultra-high-speed 3D printing technology and intelligent design software, the company has collaborated with renowned brands like KAPPA, Li-Ning, and Peak to achieve groundbreaking product innovations, streamline production processes, and reduce manufacturing costs.

Moreover, Polly Polymer has propelled domestic fashion brand Staray onto the international stage, featuring prominently in Shanghai and Beijing Fashion Weeks, and opening pop-up stores and its first physical outlet in Japan. These milestones set a new benchmark for the adoption of 3D printing in the fashion industry. Additionally, 3D-printed footwear produced by Polly Polymer has gained widespread consumer attention through appearances in prominent live-streaming channels, achieving remarkable sales performance.

2025 and Beyond: Ushering in a New Era

In 2024, Polly Polymer achieved comprehensive and rapid growth across its business lines. To meet surging order volumes, the company established a production base in Yangzhou to enhance manufacturing capacity and operational efficiency. This new facility not only supports the growing market demand but also strengthens the foundation for high-performance material development and end-use product manufacturing.

Looking ahead to 2025, Polly Polymer will continue to focus on mass production in 3D printing, adhering to a dual strategy of technological innovation and industrial integration. By continually enhancing product performance and production efficiency, the company aims to deliver disruptive solutions across industries. Polly Polymer eagerly anticipates collaborating with partners to advance 3D printing from conceptualization to large-scale application, ushering in a new era of mass production in 3D printing.