AME
Metal 3D printing service bureau specializing in Laser Powder Bed Fusion (DMLS) for aerospace and defense components, offering large build volumes and metallurgy analysis.
- CEO / Founder
- Ronald Belknap
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Established
Technology & Products
Key Products
Design optimization; Prototyping; Production runs; Metallurgy analysis; Structural CAD
Technological Advantage
Proprietary process expertise in LPBF for demanding aerospace applications, validated through NASA partnerships; advantage lies in application engineering and material qualification rather than machine IP.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces lead times and costs for complex metal parts compared to traditional manufacturing, with high precision and material properties, supported by in-house metallurgy analysis and structural CAD.
How They Differentiate
Focus on aerospace/defense with large build volumes and metallurgy expertise; direct engagement with NASA on rocket propulsion components.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace, defense, and industrial companies requiring complex, high-strength metal parts
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Industrial
Competitors
Sintavia; Stratasys Direct Manufacturing; 3D Systems On Demand
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
Established in 2018; Installed EOS M 400 DMLS machine; Collaborated with NASA on LLAMA project
Notable Customers
NASA