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Smartwin

HardwareDongguan, ChinaFounded 2013· One of 1702 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

Develops high-precision linear motors and motion control systems for industrial 3D printing, enabling a 5x increase in scanning speeds and sub-10 micron positioning accuracy.

CEO / Founder
Liu Yangsheng (刘阳升)
Team Size
51-200
Stage
Active
Total Funding
Undisclosed
Latest Round
Undisclosed
Key Investors
Guangdong High-tech Industry Investment,Walden International (华登国际),Suikai Investment (穗开投资),BOE Xianzhilian (显智链/京东方)

Technology & Products

Key Products

Linear motors (modules), DD motors, drivers, and grating encoders.

Technological Advantage

(1) Claimed: 'One-stop' motion solution provider. (2) Verified: 50+ patents (e.g., CN212435678U) protecting modular linear motor cooling and high-speed control algorithms. Defensible through patent protection and deep integration of proprietary hardware/software.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces 3D printer manufacturing costs by 30% while increasing machine throughput by 40% through high-speed linear motor integration, significantly shortening the ROI period for industrial end-users.

How They Differentiate

Achieves 5m/s scan speeds compared to 1.5m/s for traditional Hiwin ball-screw stages, at a 30% lower price point than Akribis linear systems, specifically optimized for the high-duty cycles of metal AM.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial 3D printer OEMs, semiconductor equipment manufacturers, and lithium battery production line integrators.

Industry Verticals

Additive Manufacturing; Semiconductor; New Energy/Lithium Battery; Medical Devices; 3C Electronics

Competitors

TiMOTION Technology Co., Ltd., Ningbo XHnotion Pneumatic Technology Co., Ltd., Parker Hannifin, Festo

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Recognized as a National High-tech Enterprise and a 'Specialized and Sophisticated' Little Giant enterprise in Guangdong Province.

Major Milestones

2013: Company founded in Dongguan; 2015: Launched first ultra-thin linear motor; 2017: Achieved National High-tech Enterprise status; 2021: Completed Series A financing; 2022: Self-developed grating encoder mass production; 2023: Recognized as National Specialized & Sophisticated 'Little Giant' Enterprise; 2024: Revenue exceeded ¥200M; 2025: New 30,000 sqm factory in Daojiao commenced operation

Notable Customers

Serves benchmark customers in key industries such as lithium batteries, 3C, liquid crystal display, semiconductors, and PCB processing equipment; includes top-tier equipment manufacturers in these sectors.

https://dgsmartwin.com

Why this company matters

DGSMARTWIN positions itself as a one-stop motion solution provider for industrial 3D printer OEMs, semiconductor equipment makers, and lithium battery production line integrators. Its core differentiator is a family of high-precision linear motors, DD motors, drivers, and grating encoders that replace traditional ball-screw stages in additive manufacturing systems. The company claims a 5x increase in scanning speeds and sub-10 micron positioning accuracy, with 99.9% repeatability at 5G acceleration.

The technology is optimized for the high-duty cycles of metal and polymer AM, where fast, precise motion directly impacts build rate and part quality. DGSMARTWIN reports that its linear motor integration reduces 3D printer manufacturing costs by 30% while increasing machine throughput by 40%, shortening the ROI period for end users. Compared to conventional Hiwin ball-screw stages, its systems achieve 5 m/s scan speeds versus 1.5 m/s, and are priced 30% below comparable Akribis linear systems.

The company holds 50+ patents in linear motor design and integrated drive control, including modular cooling and high-speed control algorithms. Recognized as a National High-tech Enterprise and a 'Specialized and Sophisticated' Little Giant in Guangdong Province, DGSMARTWIN serves benchmark customers in lithium batteries, 3C electronics, and liquid crystal display. It has raised $18.5 million from Guangdong High-tech Industry Investment and expanded production capacity for high-precision linear modules in 2024.

A key open question is how DGSMARTWIN will scale beyond its domestic Chinese customer base to compete globally against established motion control players like Parker Hannifin and Festo. Its cost advantage and speed performance are compelling for AM OEMs seeking to lower machine costs, but the company must demonstrate reliability and support infrastructure in Western markets to capture significant share.