ALD
Manufactures large-format electron beam melting (EBM) additive manufacturing systems with unprecedented 1000+ cm³/hour build rates, featuring integrated powder recycling technology that converts waste powder into reusable material, enabling economical metal component production in aerospace and industrial applications
- CEO / Founder
- Michael Hohmann
- Team Size
- 501-1000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.345M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- AMG Invest GmbH (94.9% stake), AMG Critical Materials N.V. (5.1% stake) - subsidiary of publicly traded AMG Critical Materials N.V.
Technology & Products
Key Products
Manufactures large-format electron beam melting (EBM) additive manufacturing systems, vacuum equipment for vacuum metallurgy and heat treatment, vacuum furnaces, processes, and freeze drying solutions.
Technological Advantage
Patented system for processing wide powder size distributions versus industry-standard strict specifications; Unique capability to simultaneously perform production and powder recycling reducing supply chain complexity; 30-year heritage in vacuum technology with deep metallurgical expertise protecting competitive moat
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces material costs through powder recycling, accelerates production speed with industry-leading build rates, eliminates powder waste via circular economy process, improves powder handling safety through solid cased ingots, and integrates into established manufacturing workflows
How They Differentiate
EBuild® 850 achieves 1000+ cm³/hour build rate, 2.5-5x faster than competitor large-format systems; Integrated powder recycling capability eliminates material waste and supply chain risk; Established 30-year track record in vacuum technology differentiates from newer entrants; Global presence with 70+ representatives and subsidiaries in 10+ countries
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace manufacturers and suppliers, automotive manufacturers and suppliers, industrial metal component producers, metal powder manufacturers
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Industrial Manufacturing; Materials Science; Defense
Competitors
GTAT, SECO/WARWICK, VFE
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Approximately 900 employees across 10 countries; Global infrastructure with subsidiaries and 70+ representatives; EBuild® 850 build rate of 1000+ cm³/hour represents 2.5-5x performance advantage over competitor systems; Revenue approximately $19 million
Major Milestones
1994: Company founded; 2009: Acquired by AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group N.V.; 2021: Michael Hohmann appointed CEO; 2024-2025: EBuild® 850 large-format metal AM system operational
Notable Customers
Daido Steel Co. Ltd.