Additive Plus
Full-spectrum 3D printing solutions provider—metal LPBF systems (AO Metal A30/A50/A100), metal atomizers (ATO Lab Plus), polymer & ceramic printers (SLS/SLA/FDM), and advanced materials—enabling cost-effective on-demand manufacturing across aerospace, healthcare, and industrial sectors.
- CEO / Founder
- Ashkhen Ovsepyan
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
AO Metal A30/A50/A100 (compact metal LPBF 3D printers); ATO Lab Plus (ultrasonic metal atomizer for powder production); SLS/SLA/FDM/FGF polymer 3D printers (Roboze, Nexa3D, others); Ceramics 3D printing systems (3DCeram C101 EASY LAB, C900 FLEX, C3601 ULTIMATE); 3D scanning equipment; Advanced materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, resins, composites); 3D printing services (rapid prototyping, production parts, medical devices); Facility design and consulting
Technological Advantage
VERIFIED: (1) Cost-accessible metal 3D printing—AO Metal A100 positioned at ~$150K–$250K vs. competitors' $500K+ (reduces capital barrier for R&D/small manufacturers); (2) In-house atomization R&D (ATO Lab Plus)—proprietary ultrasonic method enables sub-micron powder control, custom alloy flexibility, and supply chain autonomy; (3) Integrated laboratory—3D Printing Lab in Los Angeles (Gardena, CA) serves as customer proof-of-concept, training, and service center. CLAIMED: 'Hands-on access to metal 3D printing shouldn't require six-figure investment' (CEO quote, RAPID 2024/TCT Magazine). REPLICABLE: Technology not patent-protected in public records; value lies in supply chain integration and technical support model.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Lower total cost of ownership for metal 3D printing ($50K–$250K vs. $500K+ for competitors), same-day metal powder production via ultrasonic atomization, integrated supply chain (printers + materials + consulting), woman-owned reseller network advantage
How They Differentiate
LPBF accessibility: **3x lower entry cost** vs. EOS M290/SLM 125 (AO Metal A100 ~$150K–$250K vs. competitors' $500K–$700K); integrated atomization (eliminates powder sourcing complexity); woman-owned distributor model enables partnership depth (Farsoon, Axtra3D); technical support + facility design reduces customer deployment friction.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace OEMs, medical device manufacturers, research labs, universities, contract manufacturers, industrial production teams
Industry Verticals
Aerospace & Defense; Medical Device Manufacturing; Industrial Manufacturing; Research & Development; Higher Education; Jewelry & Casting
Competitors
3D Systems (SLS/SLA/DMLS systems, higher price point); EOS (industrial LPBF/SLS market leader, premium pricing); Farsoon Technologies (polymer SLS, competing on West Coast via same partnership); Desktop Metal (binder jetting focus, different value chain); SLM Solutions (metal LPBF, enterprise tier)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Reseller network expansion: Additive Plus was announced as an authorized Axtra3D reseller at RAPID 2025 (the premier US additive manufacturing trade show, ~May 2025), adding Axtra3D's photopolymer/resin-based systems to its portfolio alongside existing metal LPBF and polymer offerings. This confirms active trade show presence at RAPID 2025 and deliberate expansion of distributor/reseller relationships with funded AM OEMs. Company operates from at least two US locations (Los Angeles 3D Printing Laboratory + Indiana office), indicating geographic footprint growth from founding base. LinkedIn headcount remains '2-10 employees', suggesting early-stage/lean operations as of 2025.
Major Milestones
AO Metal series launch (2024)—A30, A50, A100 models for labs/universities; Farsoon Technologies partnership (2024)—West Coast USA distribution for HT1600 SLS; Axtra3D reseller agreement (2024)—Hi-Speed SLA technology distribution; Caracol partnership and Austin HQ expansion (2024)—Large Format AM (LFAM) presence in Texas; 12+ years of continuous operation (3D printing ventures across U.S./Europe)
Notable Customers
Medical device OEMs (bone implant, dental implant manufacturers—unnamed); Aerospace R&D teams (implied via partnership/industry focus); Universities and research labs (AO Metal target market)