Billed as the “world’s largest 3D printing store”, iMakr is set to open April 30th in London. The 2500 sf retail operation, located in Farringdon, will “stock a large range of personal 3D Printers from major American, European and Asian manufacturers”. Although iMakr hasn’t said much, we would expect the store would carry equipment from MakerBot, which has been on a retail/reseller track lately. Which other brands might appear on iMakr’s shelves? It’s hard to say, but Solidoodle, Ultimaker and PP3DP could be present.
We’re not sure whether Cubify’s line of personal 3D printers will be there, as we have not yet seen 3D Systems make a move toward retail sales. But there’s always a first time.
We’re hoping to check out the iMakr store in person soon. Are you?
Via iMakr
3D Systems definitely making a move towards retail then….
"iMakr is delighted to announce the imminent arrival of the Cube, CubeX and CubeX Trio 3D printers in iMakr Store, due to open on April 30th, 2013 in central London.
This latest partnership with 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems, signifies iMakr's commitment to bring a wide range of best-in-class 3D printers to a growing community of designers, architects, jewellers and makers using 3D printing technologies.
"iMakr aims at bringing the best in 3D printing to consumers, both online and offline, in its one-of-a-kind London store" says Sylvain Preumont, iMakr founder and CEO. "We're glad that Cubify and 3D Systems, the world leader in 3D printing, support our initiative."
Rajeev Kulkarni, General Manager of Consumer Solutions at 3D Systems stated that "We are pleased to welcome iMakr as a new partner in the sales and support of our consumer solutions. The iMakr store is an exciting initiative and we wish them tremendous success."