AM-COE
Provides advanced ceramic and polymer additive manufacturing services using vat-photopolymerisation (DLP) technology for high-value manufacturing industries like aerospace and energy.
- CEO / Founder
- Barbara Chaffee
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- £42K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- ASTM International, University of Derby's Invest to Grow program
Technology & Products
Key Products
AutoCera XL; AutoCera R; CeramicExcellence resins; Ceramic-polymer composites; Metal-polymer composites; Conductive polymers
Technological Advantage
Proprietary ceramic resin formulations and DLP process optimization enable 20x faster production speeds compared to standard fixed light source models, with build plates accommodating ~100 dental pieces per run.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces concept-to-production cycle time with 20x faster printing speeds than fixed light source models, enabling rapid prototyping and production of wear-resistant, high-precision parts.
How They Differentiate
Focuses exclusively on ceramic and polymer DLP printing for industrial applications, offering bespoke material development and faster production speeds than generalist AM service providers.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace, energy, automotive, and healthcare manufacturers requiring complex ceramic and polymer components.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Energy; Automotive; Healthcare
Competitors
Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CCAM), Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
7 Scientists on board & counting! 43% Revenue through research projects 85%+ EU Export market 3 University & research partners 285,000 Annual 3D printing components for different clients & industries
Major Milestones
2018: Founded as ASTM International's Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence; 2023: Ribbon-cutting ceremony for AM CoE facility with Austal USA and Navy partnership
Notable Customers
U.S. Navy, Austal USA