Cogit AM
Develops high-performance polymer 3D printers with large-format printing (800×800×500 mm³) and infrared in-situ monitoring for industrial applications in aerospace, energy, defense, and transportation.
- CEO / Founder
- Christophe Roua
- Team Size
- ~2 (per official French company registry)
- Stage
- Commercial
- Total Funding
- €800,000 (government subsidy covering 80% of €1M investment in 3D pellet extruder development, via France's Recovery Plan)
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- French Government (Recovery Plan)
Technology & Products
Key Products
COGIT AM 885HT PRO - High-performance 3D printer for composite and polymer parts; VISION 5D - Non-destructive thermal monitoring system for 3D printing; High-performance pellet extruder technology; Structural calculation and process simulation services; Custom composite and polymer part manufacturing
Technological Advantage
Proprietary VISION 5D thermal monitoring provides real-time process quality assurance for high-performance composite 3D printing; high-temperature material compatibility (PEKK/PEEK) enables aerospace-grade applications; integrated pellet extrusion reduces material cost vs. filament-based systems
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enable rapid prototyping and production of structurally complex composite parts with non-destructive thermal monitoring (VISION 5D), reducing design iteration time and improving part quality for high-performance applications.
How They Differentiate
VISION 5D thermal monitoring system provides non-destructive quality control unique to Cogit; specialized high-temperature polymer processing (PEKK/PEEK) vs. carbon fiber competitors; integrated design-to-manufacturing service model combining simulation, design, and production
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace OEMs, defense contractors, energy companies, ground transport manufacturers
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Energy; Ground Transport
Competitors
DEMGY (formerly Dedienne Multiplasturgy Group) — French high-performance polymer AM specialist, first in Europe to deploy EOS P 810 for PEKK parts, strong aerospace focus; Verne Advanced Manufacturing — PEKK/PAEK SLS service bureau targeting aerospace, medical, and mobility sectors with democratised access to high-temperature polymer AM
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
11-50 employees (per LinkedIn); significant growth from ~4 employees in 2020 to 11-50 by 2023-2024; active R&D and commercialization phase
Major Milestones
2005 - Cogit Composites founded; Launch of COGIT AM 885HT PRO high-performance 3D printer; Development of VISION 5D thermal monitoring system; Recognition at Formnext conference for advanced additive manufacturing capabilities