Christian Blöcher, FKM Additive Manufacturing | The Manufacturing Outlook | Top 3D Printing Service in EuropeChristian Blöcher, Managing Director and Matthias Henkel, Managing Director
As 3D printing applications evolve beyond prototyping, FKM Additive Manufacturing leads the way by mastering the production of series-quality 3D-printed parts that meet full manufacturing standards. Each component is supported by complete production documentation and is delivered in just a few days without the need for tooling. Precision and speed distinguish FKM’s distinct position in the additive manufacturing (AM) landscape. By managing every stage of the certified AM process in-house, from material selection and design optimization to printing, finishing and inspection, FKM ensures consistent quality and scalability across every order.

Customers benefit from ready-to-install, production-grade parts and responsive technical support. By focusing on proven 3D printing technologies and keeping customer needs at the core, FKM’s solutions meet the needs of its target group.

“What makes a real difference is our customer service, defined by collaboration and built on trust. Instead of impersonal online platforms, we focus on creating genuine partnerships between people,” says Matthias Henkel, managing director.

A Proven Legacy of Comprehensive Solutions

Functionality has always been central to FKM’s identity, as reflected in its name, which stands for Functional Parts made of Plastics (Kunststoff in German) and Metals. From the get-go, FKM has prioritized reliability over market trends; consistently delivering reproducible performance that meets client needs. This practical approach, though less headline-grabbing, has proven to be the lasting formula for success. Continuous development guided by real-world applications keeps FKM aligned with evolving customer needs.

Each project at FKM follows a clear, collaborative structure. It begins with a meeting to determine the technical and economic feasibility of the task. The process then moves to part optimization through co-engineering, where FKM’s specialists share recommendations that the customer’s design engineers can directly apply.

  • What makes a real difference is our customer service, defined by collaboration and built on trust. Instead of impersonal online platforms, we focus on creating genuine partnerships between people.


The company and customer’s engineering teams jointly explain the required finishing or post-processing steps, followed by agreements on price, delivery schedule and quality standards. Once approval is granted, which includes a review of production documentation such as initial sample inspection reports, FKM proceeds to series production and delivery.

Standards That Strengthen Production

FKM’s focus is on efficient production while supporting customers with design-related requirements. When necessary, it works with trusted partners and combines its decades of additive manufacturing expertise to help customers optimize their designs. This practical, experience-driven approach has delivered measurable benefits. In some cases, even minor design refinements have reduced part costs by more than 50 percent.

In addition to certifications like ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management, FKM complies with IATF 16949 for automotive series production. These shape the company’s operating framework, ensuring that all projects follow structured processes required for consistent quality.

In on-demand manufacturing, series production is more than a single run; it is the capability to deliver the same quality for every part, regardless of quantity or timing. Whether produced today, next month or next year, FKM ensures each component meets the same specifications and quality standards, maintained through defined processes, ongoing validation and regular external audits.

Overcoming Supply Bottlenecks

FKM regularly collaborates with other AM service providers, often stepping in when partners face capacity limitations, oversized parts or material shortages. Many of these resellers have worked with the company for years, forging partnerships built on mutual trust and reliability.

This collaborative approach is particularly valuable. FKM is the lifeline during critical supply bottlenecks, delivering thousands of medium-sized metal parts along with post-processing, within short timeframes. This results in significant cost savings by reducing downtime and preventing production losses. These projects demonstrate the maturity of FKM’s operations and its ability to deliver fully documented, series-quality parts in just days or weeks.

Shaped by decades of dedication and innovation, FKM Additive Manufacturing continues to expand the horizons of industrial 3D printing. Its certified processes, collaborative design work and long-standing partnerships reflect a commitment to functional precision and measurable results. Each project reinforces FKM’s position as a trusted leader in series AM.