Meta Additive
Develops non-sacrificial binder technology for metal and ceramic binder jetting 3D printing, reducing sintering shrinkage to enable larger parts with better tolerances and higher productivity.
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. Simon Scott
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $15M
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Innovate UK; Desktop Metal
Technology & Products
Key Products
Non-sacrificial binder technology for binder jetting
Technological Advantage
Patented binder formulation that integrates into the final part microstructure, achieving up to 50% less shrinkage than conventional sacrificial binders while maintaining material properties.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces sintering shrinkage by up to 50% compared to conventional binders, enabling production of larger, more precise metal and ceramic parts with improved dimensional accuracy and reduced post-processing requirements.
How They Differentiate
Unlike conventional sacrificial binders that burn off during sintering (causing 15-20% shrinkage), Meta Additive's non-sacrificial binders integrate into the material matrix, reducing shrinkage to 7-10% while maintaining mechanical properties.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers using binder jetting for mass production of metal and ceramic components
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Medical; Industrial Manufacturing
Competitors
ExOne; Desktop Metal; HP
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Acquired by Desktop Metal in 2021 to enhance their binder jetting portfolio for mass production applications.
Major Milestones
2019: Founded as University of Liverpool spin-out; 2020: Secured £1.2M Innovate UK Smart grant; 2021: Acquired by Desktop Metal