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Normfinish

Post-ProcessingHengelo, NetherlandsFounded 1939· One of 153 Post-Processing companies tracked by AMPulse

Develops and manufactures Normfinish abrasive blasting systems for post-processing of 3D printed polymer and metal parts, achieving injection-molding-like surface quality.

CEO / Founder
André Gaalman
Team Size
11-50
Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
Acquired by SurfacePrep
Latest Round
Acquired by SurfacePrep
Key Investors
SurfacePrep (Acquirer)

Technology & Products

Key Products

Normfinish abrasive blasting systems; Blast cabinets; Industrial cleaning solutions; Tooling and automation products

Technological Advantage

Proprietary abrasive blasting processes achieve surface quality comparable to injection molding (Ra < 0.8 µm) for 3D printed parts, protected by trade secrets and industry certifications.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces post-processing time for 3D printed parts by up to 70% while delivering consistent, high-quality finishes that meet aerospace and medical standards, enabling scalable AM production.

How They Differentiate

Specializes exclusively in AM post-processing with Normfinish systems, offering 3x faster cycle times than generic blasting solutions and integration with Industry 4.0 environments.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial manufacturers, 3D printer producers, specialized 3D print service providers

Industry Verticals

Medical; Automotive; Aerospace; Consumer Products

Competitors

Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics, Inc.; Chemco, Inc.; Rodeco Company

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Annual revenue of $4 million in 2025; participation in trade shows (TechniShow 2024 and Technishow 2026); acquisition by SurfacePrep indicating strategic growth; expansion of capacity with three identical cells

Major Milestones

Founded in 1939; Launched Normfinish brand for AM post-processing 15+ years ago; Acquired by SurfacePrep in 2024