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J.A.M.E.S.

PlatformTaufkirchen, GermanyFounded 2021· One of 203 Platform companies tracked by AMPulse

J.A.M.E.S. (Jetted Additively Manufactured Electronics Sources) is building a collaborative community and platform, FrAMEwork, to advance the development of Additively Manufactured Electronics (AME).

CEO / Founder
Andreas Müller
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$6M
Latest Round
Venture Round
Key Investors
HENSOLDT, Nano Dimension

Technology & Products

Key Products

["FrAMEwork Platform"]

Technological Advantage

Its primary advantage is the network effect created by its community-centric model. By being a neutral platform supported by key industry players (HENSOLDT and Nano Dimension), it can become the central hub for AME knowledge, attracting talent and fostering partnerships, which accelerates innovation across the industry.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

To accelerate the adoption and development of Additively Manufactured Electronics (AME) by providing a collaborative cloud-based platform for knowledge sharing, design enablement, and community-driven innovation.

How They Differentiate

J.A.M.E.S. differentiates itself by being a dedicated, vendor-neutral platform focused exclusively on fostering a collaborative ecosystem for AME. Unlike hardware manufacturers, its goal is to unite the community, not sell a specific technology solution. Its joint-venture backing provides strong industry credibility.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Designers, engineers, research institutions, and companies in the electronics, defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

Industry Verticals

["Electronics","Aerospace/Defense","Industrial","Automotive"]

Competitors

No direct competitors with the same model.; Indirect competition from AME-focused communities tied to hardware providers.; General design communities (e.g., GrabCAD) that lack AME specialization.

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Focus is on growing the community and partner network on the FrAMEwork platform.

Major Milestones

["Formation of the joint venture between HENSOLDT and Nano Dimension in July 2021.","Global launch of the FrAMEwork platform in July 2022.","Secured multiple strategic partnerships with key industry players throughout 2023.","Expansion of the joint venture investment announced in September 2024."]

Notable Customers

Fuji; nScrypt; MTC

https://j-ames.com

Why this company matters

J.A.M.E.S. (Jetted Additively Manufactured Electronics Sources) was founded in 2021 in Taufkirchen, Germany, as a joint venture between defense electronics firm HENSOLDT and Nano Dimension. Rather than selling hardware, software, or materials, the company positions itself as the first dedicated, open community platform for the additively manufactured electronics (AME) ecosystem. Its goal is to accelerate AME adoption by uniting designers, engineers, researchers, and companies around a shared knowledge base.

The company's core offering is the FrAMEwork platform, a cloud-based collaborative environment for design enablement, technical knowledge sharing, and community-driven innovation. The platform is intended to serve as a neutral hub that connects participants across the AME value chain, from material suppliers to end users in aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial electronics.

J.A.M.E.S. differentiates itself from hardware-centric competitors by focusing on network effects and ecosystem building. Its joint-venture structure provides credibility and access to established industry players, while partnerships with organizations such as nScrypt, Fuji Corporation, and the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) broaden its reach. The company raised $6 million from HENSOLDT and Nano Dimension, with additional investment announced in September 2024.

The primary strategic question for J.A.M.E.S. is whether a vendor-neutral community model can achieve sufficient critical mass in a niche market still defining its standards. Indirect competition comes from AME communities tied to specific hardware vendors and from general design platforms like GrabCAD that lack AME specialization. Success will depend on the platform's ability to attract and retain a diverse, active user base across the electronics and additive manufacturing industries.