BOFA International
Industrial fume extraction and filtration systems for additive manufacturing and 3D printing operations
- CEO / Founder
- Tony Lockwood (Managing Director)
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $102.7M
- Latest Round
- Strategic Investment
- Key Investors
- LDC; Donaldson Company
Technology & Products
Key Products
Fume Extraction Systems (dust and particulate filtration); Fume Extraction Accessories; Filter Technology (pre, main, and inline filters); Smart Technology (extraction system management); PrintPRO Extraction Systems (UV coating, hot melt glue binding, polywrapping); SureCHECK (monitoring); Pro OS (software platform for performance management)
Technological Advantage
Integration with parent's global footprint (sales in 120+ countries, presence in 40+), advanced R&D ($78M+ spend), and testing labs for faster product development and market entry in AM, laser, electronics, and more; Innovations for reactive materials like titanium and process automation
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Design, develop, and manufacture fume and dust extraction systems that filter contaminants from industrial processes (including additive manufacturing), maintaining clean working environments while improving process performance and minimizing production disruption.
How They Differentiate
Acknowledged as #1 in fume extraction/filtration for AM industry
Market & Competition
Target Customers
AM/3D printing manufacturers, industrial users
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing; 3D Printing
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
Founded in 1987 as small family business; Developed into multi-award-winning global leader in portable fume extraction
Notable Customers
Würth Additive Group