Artme 3D Desktop Filament Extruder

The Artme 3D Desktop Filament Extruder is a specialized tool designed for 3D printing enthusiasts and small labs to recycle plastic waste or virgin pellets into 3D printing filament. It was developed by Artme 3D, a German-based engineering brand founded by Vincent Schmitzer. The brand focuses on sustainable manufacturing and local production techniques. Most units are manufactured and assembled in Germany, often utilizing 3D-printed components as part of their own construction, reflecting the DIY and open-source spirit of the desktop 3D printing community.

The brand is independently owned by its creator, emphasizing quality engineering and user-repairability. As a relatively new and niche hardware provider, Artme 3D operates as a direct-to-consumer entity, ensuring that the development and customer support remain closely tied to the original inventor's vision of reducing plastic waste in the maker space.