China Steel Research Technology Group (CISRI)
Develops and supplies advanced metal powders and materials for additive manufacturing, focusing on high-performance alloys for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Gao Hongbin
- Team Size
- 10000+
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Strategic Investment
- Key Investors
- SASAC of the State Council (中国国务院国资委)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Metal powders for additive manufacturing; High-temperature alloys; Functional materials; Powder metallurgy materials; Refractory metals
Technological Advantage
Proprietary material formulations and powder production processes developed through government-backed research institutes, with access to advanced testing and certification facilities.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides high-quality, certified metal powders that enable reliable 3D printing of critical components, reducing material waste and improving part performance in demanding applications.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on specialized high-performance alloys for demanding applications rather than commodity metal powders, with strong government backing and integration with China's industrial policy.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Large industrial manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, and defense sectors
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Defense; Industrial Manufacturing
Competitors
Höganäs; Sandvik; AP&C; LPW Technology
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Will install 200 metal 3D printers by 2025, with 23 installed in 2021
Major Milestones
Founded in December 2006 through merger of Central Iron & Steel Research Institute and Automation Research and Design Institute; Plans to install 200 metal 3D printers by 2025
Notable Customers
Aerospace manufacturers (including AVIC and COMAC), automotive OEMs (such as FAW and SAIC), and industrial equipment companies in China's defense and energy sectors.