FDM Digital Solutions, founded in 2011 by James Saunders and Graeme Bond and based in Burnley, Lancashire, is developing a 3D printing system to produce made-to-measure insoles for the NHS. Hospitals can scan a patient’s foot shape and email the data to FDM, which will print and deliver insoles to exact specification within as little as 48 hours. The process is intended to replace traditional hand-made techniques and could revolutionize the way the NHS buys orthotics and other products. The company plans to use the newly raised funds to invest in the latest 3D technology to allow it to fulfill future orders. In addition to its work in the medical sector, FDM manufactures components for the aerospace, engineering, automotive and motor sports industries. FDM, together with partners East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Salford, has already won grants totaling almost £1m from the Technology Strategy Board and EPSRC to help develop the supply chain.

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$1M

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Jan 2014