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EML

MaterialsSuwon, South KoreaFounded 2018· One of 1021 Materials companies tracked by AMPulse

A total solution provider for advanced alloy materials and additive manufacturing, specializing in the localization of high-purity spherical metal powders and industrial 3D printing equipment.

CEO / Founder
Eunsoo Park
Team Size
51-200
Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$13.1M
Latest Round
Venture Round
Key Investors
SBI Investment Korea, Yuanta Investment, Korea Credit Guarantee Fund (신용보증기금)

Technology & Products

Key Products

EML specializes in high-purity spherical metal powders and industrial 3D printing equipment, utilizing proprietary EIGA and VIGA technology to reduce impurities by over 20% for aerospace and semiconductor applications.

Technological Advantage

Utilizes a proprietary AI-based process optimization system that analyzes accumulated atomization data to ensure high-yield, high-cleanliness spherical powders. Their materials exhibit up to 3x higher strength and 5x higher elasticity compared to standard industrial alloys.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces dependency on imported high-end metal powders by providing a domestic 'Total Solution' that integrates material science, part manufacturing, and equipment production, resulting in higher material purity and superior mechanical properties.

How They Differentiate

EML differentiates itself through its proprietary 'Total Solution' model, designing and manufacturing its own powder production equipment (Atomizers) and AI-optimized processing systems. Their EIGA and VIGA technology reduces impurities by over 20%, meeting rigorous standards for aerospace and semiconductor applications, allowing for higher purity and molecular-level alloy customization.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial manufacturers in high-precision sectors such as aerospace, defense, nuclear energy, and semiconductors.

Industry Verticals

Aerospace & Aviation, Defense, Nuclear Energy, Semiconductors, Medical Implants

Competitors

Hana AM (하나에이엠); K-Materials; Carpenter Technology; Samyang (AM Division)

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Reported revenue of approximately 16.54B KRW (~$12M) for 2025, with ~90–97 employees (Saramin/Incruit 2026).

Major Milestones

Founded Dec 2018 by Dr. Eunsoo Park (ex-Samsung/KITECH), Successfully localized high-purity spherical metal powders for aerospace/semiconductor, Secured 5.0B KRW investment from KODIT, SBI Investment, Yuanta Investment (2022–2023), Awarded '3 Million Dollar Export Tower' by KITA (Dec 2023), Selected for DIPS 1000+ Deep-tech Startup (MSS), Signed IPO underwriting with Shinhan Investment Securities (2026), KS Q 9100 aerospace quality certification (Mar 2026), Third-party convertible preferred raise ~USD 9.2M (Jun 2026)

Notable Customers

Samsung Electronics; Hanwha Aerospace; Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH); KAIST

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