Avante Technology
Develops software for AMF file conversion/repair and advanced composite filaments for desktop FDM 3D printers, targeting commercial/industrial applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Bob Zollo
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- No publicly disclosed funding rounds
Technology & Products
Key Products
Emendo Automated STL Validation & File Repair software; AMF file conversion tools (STL to AMF, AMF to STL); FilaOne GRAY Advanced Composite Injection Molding Grade filament; FilaOne GRAY High Performance Composite Filament (carbon nanotube filled)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary software for automated file repair and conversion reduces manual errors and improves workflow efficiency; advanced composite filaments enable rapid soft tooling (24-hour turnaround for injection molding tools).
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces errors and improves part quality in additive manufacturing workflows through automated STL/AMF file repair and conversion, while enabling rapid soft tooling for injection molding with high-performance composite filaments.
How They Differentiate
Specializes in AMF file format tools and desktop-optimized composite filaments for rapid tooling, unlike broader hardware-focused competitors; offers integrated software-materials approach for commercial FDM users.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Commercial businesses, industrial users, toolmakers, and professionals in additive manufacturing seeking improved workflow accuracy and advanced materials.
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing; Tooling; Injection Molding
Competitors
Materialise; 3D Systems; Stratasys
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has 31 employees and generates $7.7 million in revenue.
Major Milestones
2014: Introduced Emendo Automated STL Validation & File Repair software; Release of FilaOne GRAY Injection Molding Grade filament; Release of carbon nanotube filled composite filament