A.M.P.E.R.E Alloys
Specialized distributor of spherical metal powders and wires for additive manufacturing, serving LPBF/SLM, EBM, MBJ, and WAAM processes across Europe with 12 warehouses and 50+ years of powder metallurgy expertise.
- CEO / Founder
- Philippe Paul Jean RECH
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $13.5M
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
- Key Investors
- Bpifrance; Serendipity Capital; iBionext; Naxicap Partners; ArianeGroup
Technology & Products
Key Products
Nickel-based alloys; Stainless steel & tool steel powders; Cobalt-based alloys; Titanium-based alloys; Aluminum-based alloys; Copper-based alloys; Spherical metal powders (LPBF/SLM-optimized); Metal wires (WAAM-compatible); Polymer filaments for AM
Technological Advantage
Established supply chain (12 European warehouses with significant storage capacity); expertise across diverse AM processes (LPBF, EBM, MBJ, DED, Cold Spray, WAAM); proven ability to manage complex flows and customize powder grades for production-scale AM customers.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Fast European delivery (12 warehouses), high-quality spherical powders, specialized expertise in AM-grade materials, local distribution with supply chain reliability for production-critical metal powder needs.
How They Differentiate
Regional European advantage: local warehouse coverage (12 locations) enabling faster delivery than global competitors; family-owned stability; established relationships in foundry/metallurgy sectors; specialized knowledge in powder metallurgy legacy applications transitioning to AM.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial AM manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, medical device producers, automotive OEMs
Industry Verticals
Aerospace & Defense; Medical devices; Automotive; Industrial manufacturing; Foundries; Thermal spray applications
Competitors
Carpenter Additive (USA-based, global scale, proprietary powder blends); Sandvik Additive Manufacturing (Swedish, integrated metal supplier, global distribution); AMAZEMET (specialized AM powder manufacturer, advanced atomization)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Team size: 11-50 employees; multi-national presence across 7 countries; 12 warehouse locations across Europe; 50+ years of continuous operations as family-owned business.
Major Milestones
1967 — CIIC holding established by family; 1967 onwards — Expanded to sister companies in France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Poland; 2020s — Increased focus on AM-specific metal powders (LPBF/SLM/EBM/WAAM-optimized); 2023 — Active participation in Formnext and GIFA trade shows (confirmed AM market positioning)
Notable Customers
ArianeGroup; Safran Aircraft Engines; GE Additive; ONERA; Exeltium