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NRHSA - National Retail Hobby Shop Association

NRHSA - National Retail Hobby Stores Association

As one of the newest Platinum Sponsors for the National Retail Hobby Shop Association, 3D-Fuel is excited to introduce our line of 3D Printer Filament
to the NRHSA Membership!

32 Colors of PLA and Counting40 Colors of PLA Filament and Growing!

A Fast Growing Industry (and hobby)

Ender 3 3D Printing3D printing is one of the fastest growing hobbies in the country. With desktop printers now available below $200 for those who want to "get their feet wet" in 3D printing, it is growing by leaps and bounds.

The interesting thing is that there are very few retail stores where you can buy 3D printer filament! That's why we're turning to you! You can stock filament for virtually every filament type 3D printer out there with a very low investment in shelf space or inventory costs.

Once a user has a 3D printer, they usually have to "take a chance" on buying something online to "fuel" their 3D printer. If you stock 3D-Fuel Filaments, you will capture a whole new audience for your shop. Many of your customers may already have a 3D printer and will be thrilled to see you have Made-In-USA 3D filament available right there in town where they can see, touch and buy it.

Special Wholesale Pricing for NRHSA Members

As a NRHSA member, you automatically qualify for our Tier 1 Wholesale discount program when you place an order for $500 or more (about 20 spools). This means you get special pricing on any future filament orders you place with 3D-Fuel. Once you've placed your opening order, you only need to order a case of any item to qualify for the discounted pricing. (6 units)

SHOW SPECIAL:
During the week of Sept 11-17, order a $500 order and get a FREE CASE (6 units) of Filament!

Getting established as a wholesale customer is very simple and quick. Simply fill out this form to request wholesale pricing. Once approved, you can start ordering online at the discounted wholesale rate. Please note that free shipping is not available for wholesale orders.

Retailing 3D Filament

3D-Fuel Filament on a retail shelf3D-Fuel filament comes retail-ready and its eye-catching packaging requires minimal shelf space to display.

Most retailers choose to display filament like shown in the picture on the right, but the boxes can also be stacked, too.

Our filament is packaged in an innovative "swoop" cutout box. This cutout allows your customers to see the filament without having to open packaging. Inside of the box, the filament itself is vacuum-sealed with a desiccant packet to reduce moisture.

Each box includes a unique UPC that identifies the filament color/size/type, allowing you to quickly add it to your point-of-sale system.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why 3D-Fuel?

3D-Fuel is made in the USA using American sourced materials whenever possible. We pride ourselves in producing 3D printing filament that is made to exacting standards. This provides a better and more predictable experience for your customers.

Why should my store carry 3D printing filament?

Physical retail locations offer customers a local source where they can see the filament before they buy it. Because of the variety of colors and materials of 3D printing filament, customers appreciate being able to physically see a product before purchasing.

3D-Fuel even operates its own retail location in Fargo, ND under the brand name Fargo 3D printing specifically for this reason.
Our wholesale program allows retailers to carry 3D-Fuel filament and retail it at a price point very comparable to online. This protects you against simply becoming a "showroom", and instead, drives additional foot traffic to your store.

How do I get started?

A great way to get started is to order either a small sampling of colors and place it in a prominent place so your customers come in and see it. Once word gets around, you'll see more and more 3D filament sales.

Take a look around the website and see what all we have to offer. We answer our chat anytime we're near a computer, or just leave a message.

Alternatively, email us at sales@3dfuel.com and start a conversation or call us at 844-333-3616 and we'll speak with you in person anytime we're near the phone. We actually answer the phone and make call backs when you leave a detailed message.

How do I become a reseller?

At 3D-Fuel we deliver a range of highly specialized 3D printing filaments to the fast growing 3D printing market and keep a strong focus on new innovative materials. As a NRHSA member, you automatically qualify for our Tier 1 Wholesale pricing and automatic reseller status. A $500 opening order will set you up as a reseller for 3D-Fuel products.

Becoming a reseller and getting access to wholesale pricing is quite easy. Simply head over to our Become a Reseller page to learn more and then complete a quick form to apply for wholesale pricing.

Is it expensive to become a reseller?

Definitely not. There is a one-time opening order requirement of $500 to become a reseller. We can assist you in placing an opening order of about 20-25 spools to get started.

We have minimum order quantities of a case lot of any item you want to reorder, that's just 6 spools. We have some customers who prefer to carry a select few colors that their customers have requested, while other retailers maintain a carefully curated set of products. Our team will work with you to identify the filaments that sell the best and provide advice.

Do you offer marketing support?

We offer marketing collateral to compliment your in-store experience. Our team is also available to consult with you as needed to help you with your particular needs.

Do I need to carry 3D printers, too?
No, it is not necessary. Our experience has shown that retail partners do quite well by simply selling filament even if their retail location does not sell 3D printers or parts for 3D printers.

However, if you do wish to carry 3D printers we are now offering our dealers a great 3D Printer that can be sold for a little as less than $200. The printer is the KingRoon printer and it is a fantastic little printer for beginning 3D enthusiasts. Selling printers is a great way to build your user base for the 3D Filament consumables. Ask us for more information. Tell me about the Kingroon printer.