AIM (Additive Innovation and Manufacturing Sweden)
ISO 13485-certified contract manufacturer specializing in electron beam powder bed fusion (E-PBF) for serial production of medical implants and industrial components, featuring a fleet of 6 E-PBF systems including the proprietary Spectra L point melting technology.
- CEO / Founder
- Stefan Thundal
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.81M
- Latest Round
- Venture Round
- Key Investors
- Investa Foretagskapital; Almi Invest
Technology & Products
Key Products
E-PBF contract manufacturing services; Orthopedic implant manufacturing; Industrial component manufacturing (valves, impellers, turbomachinery); Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) consulting; Process development and validation; Engineering support services
Technological Advantage
Proprietary Spectra L E-PBF system with point melting and plate-free start technology (reduces support structures and post-processing); ISO 13485:2016 certified medical device manufacturing (since 2017); high material utilization efficiency reduces production costs for low-volume serial runs; dedicated orthopedic manufacturing expertise with optimized build chamber for implant stacking and fast turnaround.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Validated, cost-efficient serial production of complex metal components with reduced lead times, minimal post-processing, and homogeneous surface quality; comprehensive DfAM consulting and process development support; ISO 9001/13485 certified operations with Swedish quality standards.
How They Differentiate
Spectra L point melting technology is differentiated in European E-PBF market; dedicated medical device (ISO 13485) certification; academic research lineage from Mid Sweden University provides technical depth; optimized build volumes for orthopedic implant stacking; comprehensive DfAM and process development services bundled with manufacturing.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Medical device manufacturers (orthopedics), industrial manufacturers (automotive, energy, aerospace)
Industry Verticals
Medical devices/Orthopedics; Industrial manufacturing; Automotive; Energy; Aerospace/Defense
Competitors
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Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Orthopedic manufacturing volumes growing since 2018 contract commencement; established and certified contract manufacturer with serial production capability; 6-unit E-PBF fleet operational; ISO 13485 certified since 2017.
Major Milestones
2016: Founded as spin-off from Mid Sweden University; 2017/2018: Obtained ISO 13485:2016 medical device certification; 2018: Commenced serial manufacturing of orthopedic implants; 2023: Stefan Thundal appointed CEO (February 1st); 2024/2025: Deployed Spectra L point melting E-PBF technology (first in European contract manufacturing)
Notable Customers
Ramén Valves (industrial control valves in titanium)