JOANNEUM RESEARCH
Austrian R&D institute developing smart additive manufacturing solutions including Direct-to-Shape integrated sensors, patented SupreSil® silicone inks for 3D-printed electronics, and hybrid multi-material AM processes combining SLM, laser deposition, and robotic writing.
- CEO / Founder
- Heinz Mayer
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $77.6M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Austrian federal/regional government, EU research programs
Technology & Products
Key Products
Direct-to-Shape technology (integrated strain sensors), SupreSil® silicone inks, hybrid AM processes (SLM + laser deposition + robotic direct-write), functional printing, materials development.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary Direct-to-Shape integrated sensor technology; patented SupreSil® silicone inks; hybrid multi-material AM process integration; government backing.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Comprehensive R&D services for smart/functional AM including integrated sensors, 3D-printed electronics, and hybrid multi-material processes with government and EU research backing.
How They Differentiate
Unique integrated sensor and functional printing technologies; hybrid multi-material AM; government-backed stability.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace, medical device, automotive manufacturers; electronics companies; advanced manufacturing innovators.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense, Medical Devices, Automotive, Electronics, Smart Manufacturing, Materials Research
Competitors
Other EU research institutes (Fraunhofer, TNO), university research groups, commercial AM service providers.
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
$77.6 million in revenue; 393 employees; 72 ongoing EU Horizon projects in 2023; over 850 projects annually
Notable Customers
ImmUniverse, Multimold