Atomik AM
Advanced binder jet additive manufacturing solutions that combine chemistry and engineering to deliver sustainable, cost-effective manufacturing processes.
- CEO / Founder
- Professor Kate Black
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $960K
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II, Praetura Ventures, LYVA Labs, University of Liverpool Enterprise Investment Fund
Technology & Products
Key Products
Advanced binder jet manufacturing technologies, Universal binder for metal binder jetting, Inks for 2D sensor printing, Specialist pastes for electronic coatings, Sustainable process for aluminum waste recycling, Consultancy and training in solution-focused manufacturing
Technological Advantage
Solution-focused approach that enables customization, reduces costs, and minimizes environmental impact.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Tailor-made advanced manufacturing solutions focused on sustainability and innovation, achieved by manipulating materials at the molecular level.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on a solution-based approach integrating chemistry and engineering for sustainable manufacturing solutions, differentiating it from competitors who concentrate on specific technologies or materials.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturing businesses in the automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors.
Industry Verticals
Automotive, Aerospace, Energy
Competitors
Desktop Metal; Forward AM; ADDMAN Group
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Secured notable customers such as Unilever and Ricoh; featured in Liverpool City Region Tech Climbers list.
Major Milestones
Founded Oct 2022 by Prof Kate Black (UoL spin-out), Trailblazing Newcomers – Liverpool City Region Tech Climbers 2024, LYVA Labs £125k investment (Jan 2025), NPIF II / Praetura Ventures £600k investment (May 2025), Partners/customers include Unilever and Ricoh, Ed Smith appointed Board Chair (2026), Exhibiting at MOVE 2026 (ExCeL London)
Notable Customers
Unilever; Ricoh