Stratasys and trinckle 3D partner to integrate automated fixture design software into GrabCAD Print Pro
April 14, 2025
Stratasys Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to partner with trinckle 3D GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, to integrate its fixturemate software into Stratasys’ GrabCAD Print Pro software package. The move will enable a precision metrology inspection fixture to be created that securely positions parts for accurate measurement. The additively manufactured design eliminates costly machining while maintaining tight tolerances.
This integration will complete Stratasys’ tooling workflow, allowing for simplified fixtures within GrabCAD Print Pro. This partnership aims to expand the reach of GrabCAD Print Pro to address the growing demand for fixture and tooling applications across nearly all industries, including industrial, transportation, service bureaus, contract manufacturing, and service and repair.
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“Eliminating the need for specialised CAD skills gives customers flexibility with their manufacturing workforce when it comes to the development of complex fixtures and tooling,” said Victor Gerdes, Vice President, Software, Stratasys. “This new offering is targeted at delivering significant savings in time and workforce development, while allowing customers to use our solutions for both print preparation as well as critical design tasks for manufacturing.”
Using intelligent automation, the fixturemate software automates the design of custom fixtures, allowing manufacturers to create secure, precise holding solutions in minutes. This combined solution eliminates the manual effort and complexity traditionally associated with fixture design. The new software package optimises fixture geometry based on part shape, ensuring a secure hold while exposing necessary surfaces for machining, inspection, or assembly. Integrated seamlessly into Stratasys’ GrabCAD Print Pro, fixturemate accelerates production workflows, reduces material costs, and increases manufacturing efficiency.
“We’re removing one of the biggest barriers in Additive Manufacturing, the need for specialised CAD skills and the costs associated with the manual design process,” said Florian Reichle, CEO and Co-Founder of trinckle 3D. “By integrating fixturemate with Stratasys’ GrabCAD Print Pro, we’re making it easier than ever for manufacturers to create custom, production-ready fixtures in minutes. This software will eliminate bottlenecks, accelerate workflows and maximise the value of Additive Manufacturing.”
