3D Minerals
Designs and develops ceramic 3D printers using patented Slurry Deposition Modeling (SDM) extrusion technology for large-format ceramic parts without stopping the printing process.
- CEO / Founder
- Claude Schneider
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Key Investors
- French government
Technology & Products
Key Products
Cartesian 3D Printer; 3D Printer with Rotary Table; Robotic Ceramic 3D Printer
Technological Advantage
Proprietary SDM process enables large-format ceramic printing (e.g., standing tables, amphorae) without layer interruptions, a limitation in traditional ceramic 3D printing. Patented technology provides defensible IP.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables production of large ceramic parts (e.g., jars, amphorae, structural components) with continuous printing, reducing traditional ceramic manufacturing lead times and enabling complex geometries.
How They Differentiate
3D Minerals' SDM technology allows continuous printing of large ceramic parts without stopping, unlike competitors using batch-based or smaller-format extrusion. Offers larger build volumes and specialized slurry formulation for industrial ceramics.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Ceramic manufacturers, industrial producers, and research institutions requiring large ceramic components.
Industry Verticals
Ceramics; Construction; Art & Design; Wine & Spirits
Competitors
3D Potter; WASP; Tethon 3D
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
In summer 2023, the company delivered its first kiln dedicated to 3D technology combined with advanced robotics for large-part production.
Major Milestones
Founded in February 2019; Developed patented SDM technology; Partnerships with Terres Cuites d'Occitanie and Biopythos
Notable Customers
Terres Cuites d'Occitanie; Biopythos