ELTRA
Develops high-precision elemental analyzers for C, H, N, O, and S determination in metal powders and additive manufacturing components.
- CEO / Founder
- Michael Backhaus
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Acquired
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Verder Group
Technology & Products
Key Products
ELEMENTRAC ONH-p2; ELEMENTRAC CS-d; ELEMENTRAC CS-i; TGA Thermogravimetric Analyzers; CHS-580 Analyzers
Technological Advantage
Proprietary 'High-Sense' infrared detection and thermal conductivity cells provide sub-ppm sensitivity, critical for validating high-performance AM alloys like Titanium and Inconel.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Ensures the chemical purity and mechanical integrity of 3D printed parts by detecting trace interstitial elements (O, N, H) that cause material embrittlement and fatigue failure.
How They Differentiate
Offers a superior price-to-performance ratio compared to market leader LECO, featuring the 'ELEMENTS' software suite for seamless laboratory integration and automated sample loading for high-throughput AM production environments.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Metal powder manufacturers, AM service bureaus, aerospace quality control labs, and automotive R&D centers.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Medical; Steel & Metallurgy; Research & Development
Competitors
LECO Corporation; Horiba; Bruker; Exeter Analytical
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Represented in over 80 countries; integrated into the Verder Scientific division which serves as a global leader in laboratory equipment.
Major Milestones
Founded in 1981; Launched first Carbon/Sulfur analyzer in 1980s; Acquired by Verder Group in 2012; Celebrated 40th anniversary of elemental analysis in 2021
Notable Customers
Domin; Major Aerospace OEMs; Global Steel Manufacturers