Graphite AM
Delivers high-performance polymer 3D printing services and engineering consultancy, producing complex functional prototypes and end-use parts for motorsport and automotive sectors.
- CEO / Founder
- Kevin Lambourne
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D Printing Consultancy; Rapid Prototyping; Functional End-Use Parts; Bespoke Material Formulation; Rapid Tooling; Wind Tunnel Components
Technological Advantage
CLAIMED: Machines optimized beyond OEM specifications with custom material mixtures for extreme environments. VERIFIED: AMFG case study confirms workflow automation enabled scalable production and revenue growth; long-term partnerships with elite motorsport teams validate part reliability. DEFENSIBLE: Trade secrets in material formulation and process tuning; high switching costs due to embedded design-to-part engineering support.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Cuts part development lead times from weeks to days and eliminates traditional tooling costs by delivering F1-validated, bespoke polymer components with integrated design-for-AM consultancy.
How They Differentiate
Unlike automated on-demand platforms (Protolabs, Xometry) that prioritize volume and standard materials, Graphite AM focuses on high-performance polymer engineering, offering bespoke material development, F1-grade process optimization, and hands-on design consultancy for complex, low-volume applications.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Automotive OEMs, motorsport teams, aerospace engineers, and industrial designers requiring rapid, high-tolerance polymer components.
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Motorsport; Aerospace; Marine; Industrial Design
Competitors
Plunkett Associates, Morf3D, Wohlers Associates, T A Grimm & Associates
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Relocated to larger facility to scale production; implemented AMFG workflow software to automate quoting and production tracking, driving measurable revenue growth and operational efficiency.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2012; Established technical partnership with Red Bull Racing; Relocated to expanded Aylesbury facility; Integrated AMFG production workflow software; Named technical partner for SailGP
Notable Customers
Red Bull Racing; SailGP; Bloodhound LSR; UGRacing