CHIRON Group
Develops the AM Cube, a large-format metal 3D printer using laser metal deposition (LMD) with wire and powder for manufacturing, coating, and repair.
- CEO / Founder
- Roman Gaida
- Team Size
- 1001-5000
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
- Latest Round
- IPO
- Key Investors
- Mousquetaires; KYIP Capital SGR
Technology & Products
Key Products
CNC vertical milling and mill-turn machining centers, automation solutions, and additive manufacturing (AM Cube) - a 3D metal printer for large components using laser metal deposition with wire and powder for manufacturing, coating, and repair applications. Features automated deposition head changing during active processes.
Technological Advantage
Leverages established CNC precision and automation expertise to provide industrial-grade metal AM for large near-net-shape parts and automated repair solutions.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables flexible production and repair of large metal components by combining wire and powder LMD with an automated head change system, leveraging 100+ years of CNC expertise.
How They Differentiate
Unique integration of wire and powder LMD within a CNC-based industrial platform, allowing for automated switching between deposition methods for complex repairs and large-scale builds.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors requiring large-scale metal parts or component repair.
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Medical technology; Aerospace; Precision technology; Tool manufacturing; Mechanical engineering; Energy
Competitors
FIT, Hurco Companies, Makino, Haas Automation
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Over 2,100 employees worldwide; EUR 34.5M investment in Precision Factory (2019) with 400 machines/year capacity.
Major Milestones
1921: Founded as precision appliance manufacturer; 1958: Evolved into metalworking feed units; 2018: AM strategy launched with polymer parts; 2019: Launched AM Cube metal 3D printer; 2019: Opened Precision Factory in Germany; 2022: Showcased innovations at AMB trade show
Notable Customers
Customers in automotive, mechanical engineering, medical, precision engineering, and aerospace industries.