Stratasys launches true silicone material for 3D printing

MINNETONKA, Minn. & REHOVOT, Israel - Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) has commercially launched P3 Silicone 25A, a high-performance material developed through a strategic collaboration with Shin-Etsu for the company’s Origin DLP platform.

The new material addresses manufacturing needs by enabling the production of flexible parts that match the performance of traditionally molded silicone while eliminating tooling requirements and reducing lead times. This innovation comes as analysts expect Stratasys to return to profitability this year, with a forecasted EPS of $0.32 for FY2025.

P3 Silicone 25A offers chemical resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical behavior comparable to conventional silicones. The material has been validated in thermal aging tests up to 1,000 hours at 150°C and has passed biocompatibility and flame retardancy certification.

"The proliferation of additive manufacturing in production environments depends on specialty materials that perform to the standards of traditional methods," said Rich Garrity, Chief Business Unit Officer at Stratasys, according to the company’s press release.

Makoto Ohara, Head of Sales and Marketing Department at Shin-Etsu Silicones Europe B.V., noted that the material "combines excellent physical properties and long-term reliability with detailed and precise printability."

The material is designed for applications including seals, gaskets, vibration dampers, wearables, and soft-touch components across automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and industrial sectors.

This launch represents the first in a planned portfolio of silicone materials to be co-developed by the two companies, with additional hardness levels and application-specific variants expected in the future.

P3 Silicone 25A is currently available for order in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions, with availability in the Americas expected later this year. The company’s stock has shown strong momentum, posting a 30.54% return over the past six months. For deeper insights into Stratasys’s financial health and growth prospects, including 8 additional ProTips, visit InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Stratasys Ltd. reported its first-quarter 2025 earnings with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.04, aligning with analyst forecasts, and revenue of $136 million, which fell slightly short of the expected $137.69 million. Despite the revenue miss, the company maintained its EPS forecast for future quarters. Stratasys has also set a revenue forecast for 2025 between $570 million and $585 million, expecting sequential quarterly revenue growth. Additionally, Stratasys launched a new North American Stratasys Tooling Center in Flint, Michigan, in partnership with Automation Intelligence, aiming to validate and implement additive manufacturing applications.

The new facility will demonstrate how additive manufacturing can streamline operations and reduce costs. In terms of strategic moves, Stratasys is focusing on industrial manufacturing and high-end market segments to position itself against low-end competitors. The company has also emphasized its commitment to strategic acquisitions and new product launches to support growth. Furthermore, Stratasys reported a strong financial position with $270 million in cash and equivalents, bolstered by a $120 million investment from Fortissimo Capital. These developments reflect Stratasys’ strategic focus on innovation and financial stability in the face of market challenges.

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