BellandTechnology AG founded
BellandTechnology AG is being founded in Bayreuth, Germany, to develop, manufacture, and distribute innovative materials worldwide.
About XIONEER
A 3D printing brand
with a history dating back to 2008
From the invention of a unique polymer and the conviction that materials and hardware go hand in hand, XIONEER has become a leading provider in industrial 3D printing – our story is defined by innovation, passion, and many milestones.
Our philosophy
Materials and hardware
go together
In 2019, the German specialty chemicals manufacturer BellandTechnology AG acquired Xioneer Systems GmbH. This historic development combines decades of material expertise with deep know-how in 3D printing – and marks the beginning of a new era in which materials and machines are perfectly coordinated.
Our History
Important milestones on our journey – from material innovation to an industrial 3D printing solution from a single source.
- 2008
- 2010
New water-soluble support material for 3D printing
BellandTechnology AG is developing a novel, environmentally friendly and ecologically compatible formulation for water-soluble support material. The product will sustainably change FFF 3D printing in the coming years.
- 2012
Xioneer Systems founded
The founders, Dr. Andrei Neboian and Dr. Robert Hein, begin developing their first 3D printer in Vienna, Austria.
- Since 2012
Expansion of water-soluble material solutions
BellandTechnology is developing a range of additional unique water-soluble products. These include special, soluble adhesive tapes for the electronics industry and temporary protective coatings for various industries.
- 2016
New production facility
BellandTechnology is developing an improved polymerization process for its soluble materials and is building a new production facility.
- 2016
Award for Innovation
Xioneer Systems presents its Xioneer Desktop 3D printer with a patented printhead changer at the renowned FormNext trade fair and receives the award for groundbreaking innovations in 3D printing.
- 2017
BellandTechnology expands its range of soluble support materials
Under the VXL brand (later Xioneer), BellandTechnology is developing a new family of soluble support materials for various FFF materials, including PEEK.
- 2018
First industrial 3D printer
Xioneer Systems presents its first industrial 3D printer with a heated build chamber and an innovative material dryer.
- 2019
Acquisition of Xioneer Systems GmbH
BellandTechnology AG is acquiring Xioneer Systems GmbH, combining chemical expertise with hardware development to advance 3D printing holistically.
- Since 2020
One team. One vision. One brand.
BellandTechnology AG and Xioneer Systems are bringing their products together under a strong brand: XIONEER. For a unified portfolio, better synergies, and an even stronger position in industrial 3D printing.
