Metalizz
Develops and manufactures innovative post-processing equipment for 3D printed plastic and composite parts, specializing in chemical metallization, plasma activation, and surface finishing solutions
- CEO / Founder
- Philippe Sapet
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $326K
- Latest Round
- Venture Round
- Key Investors
- Bpifrance; Corima Technologies; Crédit Agricole Alpes Développement
Technology & Products
Key Products
MétalFOG® (chemical pre-metallization machine); Plasma activation systems; Corona treatment equipment; Automatic cleaners for degreasing and resin removal; Electrolytic plating devices
Technological Advantage
Proprietary chemical metallization process (MétalFOG®) allows plastic parts to achieve metallic properties at a fraction of the cost of metal 3D printing; expertise in advanced surface activation technologies (corona, plasma) protected by patents
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables cost-effective metallic finishes on 3D printed plastic parts, reducing the need for expensive metal 3D printing while achieving similar aesthetic and functional properties
How They Differentiate
Focuses specifically on chemical metallization for plastic parts (vs. broader post-processing); MétalFOG® provides compact, adaptable pre-metallization vs. competitors' vapor smoothing or mechanical finishing; proprietary plasma and corona activation technologies for enhanced adhesion
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturers using additive manufacturing for plastic parts in industries like luxury goods, cosmetics, electronics, and automotive
Industry Verticals
Luxury Goods; Cosmetics; Electronics; Automotive; Aerospace; Medical
Competitors
PostProcess Technologies; DyeMansion; Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
Acquired by Altair Consulting (date unspecified); Development of MétalFOG® pre-metallization machine; 5+ years of technology development prior to acquisition
Notable Customers
Nagaré Design SA; 3D Solutions