CEO of Continuous Fiber 3D Printing Company Anisoprint, Liu Rui, Featured in Forbes

On December 26, 2024, Panda3dp.com observed the release of the Forbes China 30 Under 30 list for 2024. Among the rising stars is Liu Rui, the 29-year-old founder and CEO of Anisoprint（阿奈索三维）, a leading manufacturer of continuous fiber 3D printing technology.

Forbes has long been known for its forward-looking perspective, identifying individuals under 30 who have distinguished themselves in their industries or shown the potential to become future leaders in business and society. These honorees include innovative entrepreneurs, accomplished executives, and prominent figures from the arts, sports, science, and culture.

Liu Rui shared his thoughts on social media: “In the final month of my 29th year, I was both fortunate and inexplicably surprised to be selected for Forbes China U30. My gratitude goes to Forbes for this last-minute Christmas gift. When I received the notification yesterday, I was completely stunned. The era of the post-'95 generation is here. I must remain humble and work even harder!”

A Post-'95 CEO Secures Nearly 100 Million RMB in Series A Funding Within a Year, Accelerating the Global Expansion of Continuous Fiber 3D Printing

On December 23, 2024, Panda3dp.com broke the news of Anisoprint's successful completion of nearly 100 million RMB in Series A funding, sparking significant attention in the industry.

Anisoprint specializes in cutting-edge composite materials and continuous fiber 3D printing. Supported by top-tier venture capital from its inception, the Series A round was led by Guangfa Xinde, with participation from Guoding Capital and Heshi Family Capital. The company has earned recognition and backing from industrial capital, leading venture capital firms, and private equity investors. The funds will be allocated to accelerating product development, expanding production capacity, and advancing global business operations.

Founded in 2023 by Liu Rui, a young entrepreneur from the post-'95 generation, Anisoprint has rapidly established itself as an industry leader. Leveraging the expertise, technologies, patents, and brand reputation of Anisoprint, an international pioneer in continuous fiber 3D printing, Liu Rui built a top-tier team of technical talent. This team includes Ph.D. graduates from esteemed institutions such as the University of Science and Technology of China, Moscow State University, MIT, Xi’an Jiaotong University, and Tongji University. Combining proprietary patented technologies with Chinese manufacturing expertise, Anisoprint has cultivated a unique competitive edge.

In just over a year since its founding, Anisoprint has achieved remarkable growth. Its Suzhou research and production center is now operational, achieving scalable mass production of equipment. The company's product line has expanded with the successful launch of the Composer Nova, featuring continuous functionality upgrades. On the business front, Anisoprint has made simultaneous advancements in domestic and international markets. Domestically, it has established key partnerships in the aerospace sector. Internationally, its network of distributors has facilitated a several-fold increase in revenue.

Carbon fiber and its composites are regarded as hallmarks of next-generation productivity and strategic emerging industries. Continuous carbon fiber 3D printing integrates additive manufacturing with composite material processing, overcoming the limitations of traditional composite shapes and the challenges of machining. It also addresses the issue of low strength in non-metal 3D printing. This technology has broad applications in aerospace, automotive, low-altitude economy, robotics, and mechanical manufacturing.

The founding team began researching continuous fiber 3D printing as early as 2014, addressing this critical "chokepoint technology." They developed the patented Composite Fiber Co-Extrusion (CFC) technology, which forms the basis of a product range spanning desktop to industrial-grade continuous fiber 3D printing equipment.

The desktop-grade Composer A series has gained market popularity for its simplicity and affordability. The next-generation industrial-grade Composer Nova supports water-soluble support materials, simplifying post-processing workflows. Its features, such as multi-head printing and automatic leveling, enhance efficiency and precision. The industrial-grade PROM IS 500 enables high-temperature material printing, such as PEEK, catering to high-end manufacturing needs in aerospace. Additionally, the PROM PT, based on a six-axis robotic arm, offers exceptional flexibility for printing large-scale 3D curved continuous fiber components, providing an ideal solution for specialized printing tasks.