Metallum3D: providing wider access to metal 3D printing services and materials
Recently, the Centre for Innovative Technology (CIT) announced that CIT GAP Funds has invested in the company Metallum3D based in Charlottesville, Virginia. The startup is an online metal 3D printing platform that provides accessible and affordable metal 3D printing materials and services since 2016. Using this new capital, the company plans to expand product development, move to a larger office space, hire new staff, complete the beta launch of the flagship product and establish partnerships with 3D printer manufacturers. The beta launch of its metal 3D printing service is expected for Q2 2019.
Considering how the metal additive manufacturing industry has grown over the last few years, there are still some significant limitations in terms of accessibility to services. Also, materials and manufacturing is still very expensive. This is why Metallum3D is developing a microwave densification process and proprietary metal 3D printing material that reduces the overall part processing time by more or less 80%. The material will be compatible with existing, low-cost, FDM 3D printers. Furthermore, the company’s patent pending material formulation uses non-hazardous polymers that are safe and environmentally friendly.
Proposed metal services | Credits: Metallum3D
The CEO of Metallum3D added, “Whether you are a business or individual that already owns and uses Fused Filament 3D printers, or are looking to implement metal 3D printing capabilities with no additional capital investment, we believe there should be more access to affordable metal 3D printing materials and services. We are grateful for the support of CIT GAP Funds, whose investment will play an important role in our growth and disruption of the metal 3D printing industry”.
In short, Metallum3D combines low cost, high performance, FDM 3D printers with patent pending metal 3D printing filaments and Microwave Densification processes to create an affordable and accessible metal 3D printing service. Thomas Weithman, Managing Director of CIT GAP Funds said, “A lot of businesses do not have the funds to utilise current methods of metal 3D printing technology. Metallum3D is changing that narrative for businesses, big and small, by providing an affordable, accessible solution. CIT is excited to be part of this mission, and we are certain that Metallum3D’s technology will meet many needs in the market”.
Metallum3D’s filament | Credits: Metallum3D
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This is great news! Having more affordable metal 3D printing platforms will help the industry grow faster.
Great initiative! It’s exciting to see metal 3D printing becoming more accessible for both businesses and individuals. This could really shake up the industry!
I really like Metallum3D’s approach to combining low-cost FDM printers with innovative metal materials. It makes the technology more affordable and usable for everyone.
Reducing processing time by 80% is a huge breakthrough. It’s amazing how they’re cutting costs and speeding up manufacturing at the same time.
Using non-hazardous polymers for metal printing is such a smart move. It’s refreshing to see environmentally friendly innovation in tech.
The expansion plans look promising. I’m curious to see how the beta launch turns out and how it will influence the market.
This startup is really bridging the gap between expensive metal printing and everyday 3D printing technology. It could open up a lot of new opportunities!
I’m impressed by the innovative approach with microwave densification and the safe, eco-friendly materials. It looks like a real game changer.
Great move by CIT GAP Funds to back this startup. It feels like a practical step toward reducing costs in metal additive manufacturing.
Overall, a promising direction for the 3D printing industry. It’s good to see innovative startups challenging the status quo with practical solutions.
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