By li, chen Good news for UnionTech might be just around the corner.
Fohan New Equipment Procurement (Partial)
Recently, Shanghai UnionTech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “UnionTech”) signed strategic cooperation agreements with Dongguan Fohan and Dongguan Huanya, securing a centralized procurement of 120 3D printing systems. Among these, Fohan purchased 100 SLA machines, while Huanya acquired 20 metal 3D printers. These orders are just a microcosm of UnionTech’s rapid growth.
Deepening the Photopolymerization Core: Serving Major Accounts and Cultivating New Customers
When it comes to photopolymerization (stereolithography) 3D printing, UnionTech is an unavoidable name. Not only was UnionTech an early pioneer in this track, but it also commands a massive market share. Its long-term client, Fohan, has already installed over 1,600 photopolymerization systems—all sourced from UnionTech. Similarly, Jialichuang, a newer player that entered the 3D printing sector in 2020, chose UnionTech as its core supplier and has since accumulated over 700 SLA machines. As Jialichuang’s 3D printing service revenue continues its high-speed growth, this procurement scale is expected to expand even further.
Beyond these two giants, multiple service providers—including Dongguan Huitong, Quanzhou Bilin, Yongkang Qucheng, and Beijing Lanzao—have also deployed over 100 UnionTech machines each.
Now, Fohan taking the lead with a 100-unit order undoubtedly sets a benchmark for these established service providers. As market demand continues to rise, this move is expected to drive peers to follow suit, sparking a new wave of capacity expansion and upgrades. On the other hand, the aforementioned Huanya Technology is an industry rising star. Founded in 2022, the company’s founder originally worked in interior design but pivoted to 3D printing production when complex shapes in projects proved too difficult to achieve through traditional manual methods. Similar companies are constantly emerging, entering the production side via 3D printing.
UnionTech was quick to recognize the potential of these newcomers. Through technical support, equipment introduction, and deep collaboration, UnionTech has built strong ties with them while cultivating new business growth drivers.
Diversified Layout: Entering Metal 3D Printing to Spark a Second Growth Curve
In 2023, UnionTech launched its first metal 3D printer, the SLM Muees310, officially entering the metal 3D printing arena. Following this, in 2024, UnionTech released the Muees430 with a larger build volume. In 2025, it launched the four-laser Fuees430, a specialized machine tailored for the footwear mold niche, further refining its metal 3D printing product portfolio. Soon after, UnionTech established a metal 3D printing project in Jinjiang with a total investment of 150 million RMB, aiming to secure a foothold in the shoe mold sector. Its first strategic partner there is the local industry leader, Anyuan Molds, with whom it has entered into deep cooperation.
On one hand, UnionTech is penetrating traditional application scenarios like footwear molds by partnering with industry leaders to win more top-tier orders. On the other hand, it continues to tap into its existing customer base. For instance, Huanya Technology already owned over 140 SLA machines and has now purchased 20 SLM metal printers in one go.
If more service provider clients follow suit and upgrade in the future, it will undoubtedly open up significant new growth opportunities for UnionTech’s metal 3D printing business.
Additionally, UnionTech has introduced the FX380, a specialized 3D printer for footwear that can print 6 standard shoes in as fast as 3.5 hours, further expanding its application scenarios in the footwear industry. UnionTech has also long laid the groundwork in other niche sectors like dentistry, which won’t be detailed here.
UnionTech’s IPO Enters a Critical Phase, Good News May Be Imminent
Not long ago, Creality successfully listed in Hong Kong, becoming the first consumer-grade 3D printing stock and kicking off a strong start for industry IPOs in 2026. Following in its footsteps, companies like Sanlu Technology, Polymaker (Guanghua Weiye), Yuding Additive, BMF Precision, and Jufuture are still in their IPO pre-listing tutoring phases, forming a robust “reserve army” for upcoming listings.
Naturally, UnionTech is part of this lineup. The company completed its IPO tutoring registration in March 2023, with Zhongtai Securities serving as its tutoring institution. As of July 2025, its IPO tutoring progress has been updated to the ninth phase.
In any case, just as everyone anticipates, the 3D printing industry is ushering in a new “golden period of development,” and the number of listed companies will only continue to grow.