Continuous Composites
Continuous Composites develops CF3D technology for 3D printing continuous fiber reinforced composites without molds.
- CEO / Founder
- Tyler Alvarado
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $20.7M
- Latest Round
- Series A
- Key Investors
- B. Riley Venture Capital, Arkema, Saint-Gobain S.A.
Technology & Products
Key Products
CF3D (Continuous Fiber 3D Printing) technology, including hardware, software, and materials for automated manufacturing of continuous fiber reinforced composites.
Technological Advantage
Patented continuous fiber reinforcement produces parts with strength approaching traditional composites but without molds
Differentiation
Value Proposition
CF3D technology enables rapid production of high-strength composite parts without expensive molds or autoclaves.
How They Differentiate
True continuous fiber vs. chopped fiber competitors; no mold requirement; rapid prototyping to production
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, automotive OEMs, tooling companies
Industry Verticals
Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Tooling
Competitors
ARRIS Composites, Orbital Composites, Markforged
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
30 employees with plans to add 30 more; $17M Series A raised 2021; Blue-chip industrial and governmental customers; Revenue and margin profile validated by investors
Major Milestones
2015: Founded in Idaho; Secured one of world's earliest continuous fiber 3D printing patents; Partnership with Saint-Gobain for aerospace manufacturing; 2021: Raised $17M Series A from B. Riley Venture Capital; Partners include Arkema, Siemens, Comau, Güdel
Notable Customers
Aerospace and defense industry clients (approximately 10 active clients at any given time), US Government/Defense, Saint-Gobain partnership