Formatec Ceramics
Provides technical ceramic manufacturing services using Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) and additive manufacturing (AM) technologies like DLP for high-precision, wear-resistant components across industrial and luxury goods sectors.
- CEO / Founder
- Jaco Saurwalt
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Defunct
- Total Funding
- $12.9M
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Nano Dimension Ltd.
Technology & Products
Key Products
Ceramic Injection Moulding (CIM) and Additive Manufacturing (AM) of high-quality technical ceramic parts.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary knowledge in ceramic materials and processes, including DLP-based 3D printing developed in collaboration with ECN, enabling high-density, precise parts with excellent surface finish.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables production of complex, high-performance ceramic parts with superior durability (outlasting precious metals), aesthetic finishes, and chemical/thermal resistance, reducing costs through efficient CIM and enabling custom designs via AM.
How They Differentiate
Offers integrated CIM and AM services with focus on both industrial and luxury applications, leveraging long-standing ceramic expertise for material optimization. Re-emerged under new ownership and renewed leadership after bankruptcy.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
High-tech industries (semiconductor, aerospace, medical), industrial tooling, luxury goods manufacturers (watches, jewelry, pens)
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Medical; Semiconductor; Industrial Tooling; Luxury Goods; Automotive
Competitors
Admatec Additive Solutions BV
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue grew 15% annually over the past 5 years; 80% of revenue from repeat customers; 300+ active customers across 25 countries
Major Milestones
Founded in 1996; Added ceramic AM services to production offering; Acquired by Nano Dimension (pre-2025); Filed for bankruptcy in April 2025; Revived in June 2025 under new ownership and name (Formatec Advanced Products B.V.)
Notable Customers
Siemens; Philips; ASML; Swatch Group; Rolex