Carimatech
A high-precision 3D printing automation company that provides advanced DLP (Digital Light Processing) solutions for smart mass production in the bio-pharmaceutical, ceramic, and industrial sectors.
- CEO / Founder
- Byeong-geuk Lee
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.5M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- FuturePlay, Ministry of SMEs and Startups (TIPS)
Technology & Products
Key Products
ZENESIS bio-3D printer (Direct Glass Printing technology for high-throughput drug screening), ceramic 3D printing industrialization project (dual DLP engines, R2R coating for smart mass production framework).
Technological Advantage
Leverages 33 years of digital optical expertise from its parent company, Carima, to achieve superior DLP precision while integrating smart automation that allows for continuous mass production without manual intervention.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Bridges the gap between lab-scale prototyping and factory-scale mass production through high-speed DLP technology and fully automated 24/7 post-processing systems.
How They Differentiate
Carimatech differentiates through 'Direct-on-Slide' bio-printing, which eliminates cell damage during transfer, and leverages a 33-year legacy in DLP optical technology from its parent company (Carima) to enable 24/7 automated mass production rather than just prototyping.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Pharmaceutical research institutes, biotechnology firms, defense contractors, and medical device manufacturers requiring automated high-volume production.
Industry Verticals
["Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals","Defense & Aerospace","Medical & Dental","Industrial Manufacturing (Automotive/Mobility)"]
Competitors
Guangjian Technology, Seikowave, Angstrong
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Transitioned from a spin-off to a venture-backed startup in 2024; secured a major national project for ceramic AM mass production within its first year.
Major Milestones
["Official spin-off from Carima Co., Ltd. in April 2024","Secured Seed funding from FuturePlay in Q2 2024","Selected for the TIPS (Tech Incubator Program for Startups) in August 2024","Unveiled world-first 'Direct Slide Glass Printing' bio-3D printer at Formnext 2024","Selected for the South Korean government's 'Smart Mass Production Technology for Ceramic 3D Printing' project in early 2025"]
Notable Customers
South Korean Ministry of National Defense; Pharmaceutical Research Institutes