AddiQ
BMBF-funded RUBIN consortium coordinated by Sonotec GmbH (founded 1999) developing ultrasonic sensor-based in-process quality assurance systems for FFF/FGF additive manufacturing with 100% inline defect detection.
- CEO / Founder
- Manuela Münch
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $14M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Technology & Products
Key Products
AddiQ ultrasonic monitoring system; in-process quality assurance sensors; defect detection software
Technological Advantage
Proprietary ultrasonic sensor technology; BMBF RUBIN program funding; 15-partner consortium with 10 industrial and 5 research institutions
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Ultrasonic sensor-based in-process quality assurance enabling 100% non-destructive inline defect detection for FFF/FGF additive manufacturing without post-process scrap
How They Differentiate
Specialized ultrasonic approach; BMBF funding and validation; focus on accessibility for SMEs
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial FFF/FGF manufacturers, SMEs, aerospace suppliers, medical device manufacturers, industrial AM service bureaus
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Industrial Production
Competitors
Xaar, Optiscan, other inline quality monitoring systems
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
US subsidiary (SONOTEC USA): Founded 2013; 10+ years successful by 2023; built remarkable customer base and large distributor network; 15 employees in expanded >4,000 sqm NY office; medical tech/biotech growth exceptionally strong since 2016 after perseverance phase; services expanded annually
Major Milestones
Selected for BMBF RUBIN Program (2022); established 15-partner consortium; developing competency center for QA and digitalization
Notable Customers
PD Energy GmbH; K+S Kali GmbH; Bayer Pharma AG, Bergkamen