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Tomako

HardwareJinan, ChinaFounded 2017· One of 1809 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

Manufactures precision powder handling valves and pneumatic components essential for metal 3D printing powder management, recovery, and recycling systems.

CEO / Founder
Zhang Deming (张德明)
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Active

Technology & Products

Key Products

Powder disc valves, rotary feeders, powder recovery valves, pneumatic actuators, custom valve systems for titanium/aluminum/stainless steel powders

Technological Advantage

Proprietary valve design optimized for fine particle flow (titanium, aluminum, stainless steel); smooth operation with minimal powder degradation; CE/ISO compliance.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Specialized powder disc valves optimized for fine metal and polymer powders; cost-effective alternative to European suppliers with CE/ISO certifications.

How They Differentiate

Specialized valve design for AM powders; lower cost than European incumbents; ISO/CE certification enabling global OEM integration; responsive technical support.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Metal AM system OEMs (SLM/DMLS/EBM), powder recycling equipment makers, industrial powder handling automation, aerospace/defense manufacturing suppliers

Industry Verticals

Metal additive manufacturing (powder bed fusion), powder recycling/recovery, aerospace/defense manufacturing, industrial automation, material handling

Competitors

WAM (German, premium), Fimer (Italy), Stobbe (German), domestic Chinese competitors

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

ISO 9001:2015 and EU CE certified; established presence in TCT Asia ecosystem; serving multiple Tier-1 AM OEM customers globally

Major Milestones

2017: Founded in Jinan; ISO 9001:2015 certification; EU CE certification for valve products; TCT Asia 2026 exhibitor