3DCeram Sinto
A turnkey provider of ceramic 3D printing solutions, offering a complete range of printers, materials, and services for industrial applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Richard Gaignon
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Commercial
- Total Funding
- $356K
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Sinto Group
Technology & Products
Key Products
["CERAMAKER 3D Printers (e.g., C101, C3600)","Technical Ceramic Materials (e.g., Alumina, Zirconia, Silicon Nitride, custom formulations)","On-demand production of ceramic parts","Consulting, training, and support services"]
Technological Advantage
The company's primary advantage is its integrated, turnkey business model, which covers the entire process chain from materials to finished parts. Being part of the global Sinto Group provides significant industrial expertise, financial stability, and an extensive international sales and support network.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides an end-to-end, integrated solution for ceramic additive manufacturing, from material development and custom formulation to hardware, software, and support services, enabling the production of parts not achievable with traditional methods.
How They Differentiate
3DCeram Sinto differentiates itself through its comprehensive, integrated solution that includes printers (CERAMAKER series), proprietary materials, and support services. They have over 15 years of deep expertise specifically in technical ceramics, allowing for custom material development. Their acquisition by the Sinto Group provides them with a strong industrial backing and a global distribution network.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers and R&D departments in high-tech sectors requiring complex, high-performance ceramic components.
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace & Defense","Medical & Dental","Industrial","Automotive","Luxury & Jewelry"]
Competitors
Lithoz; Admatec; XJet
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Specific growth metrics are not publicly disclosed. Growth is driven by strategic partnerships and expansion into new markets via the Sinto Group network.
Major Milestones
["2001: Company founded in Limoges, France.","2017: Acquired by the Japanese Sinto Group to accelerate global expansion.","2022: Acquired a majority stake in TIWARI Scientific Instruments, a German startup specializing in multi-material 3D printing.","Developed a partnership with SINTX Technologies for biomedical resins."]
Notable Customers
While specific client names are largely confidential, they have case studies and partnerships with companies like Z3DLabs and SINTX Technologies, and are involved in projects such as the HyP3D project for hydrogen production.