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ALD

HardwareOtto-von-Guericke-Platz 1, 63457 Hanau, GermanyFounded 1994· One of 1739 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

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.