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IDEX

AM-Adjacent EquipmentNorthbrook, IL, USAFounded 1988· One of 180 AM-Adjacent Equipment companies tracked by AMPulse

IDEX designs and manufactures precision fluidics, optics, and other engineered components that serve additive manufacturing and other mission-critical industrial markets, improving system reliability and performance.

CEO / Founder
Eric D. Ashleman
Team Size
5001-10000
Stage
Public
Latest Round
Post-IPO

Technology & Products

Key Products

Fluid & Metering Technologies; Health & Science Technologies; Fire & Safety / Diversified Products

Technological Advantage

IDEX leverages proprietary precision manufacturing and application engineering to deliver components that meet stringent requirements in AM systems. The advantage is protected by a strong IP portfolio and deep customer integration, though specific patents are not publicly detailed.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Provides mission-critical precision components that enhance reliability and uptime of AM systems, reducing maintenance costs and improving end-product quality through deep application engineering and high-precision manufacturing.

How They Differentiate

IDEX differentiates through deep application engineering, high-precision manufacturing, and a focus on niche mission-critical markets, offering customized solutions that improve system reliability and performance.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

OEMs and industrial users in aerospace, defense, life sciences, water, energy, and additive manufacturing

Industry Verticals

Aerospace; Defense; Life Sciences; Water; Energy; Fire & Safety; Additive Manufacturing

Competitors

Dover Corporation; Nordson Corporation; Parker Hannifin

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Revenue $879M in Q3 2025 (up 10.1% YoY); Q4 2025 $899M (up 4.2% YoY); Q2 2026 $920.6M.

Major Milestones

Acquisition of Mott Corporation for $1B (planned); Acquisition of Micro-LAM