Metasphere Technology
Develops proprietary plasma atomization technology for producing spherical metal, carbide, and ceramic powders used in additive manufacturing and surface coating applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Urban Rönnbäck
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $274K
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Arctic Business, H.C. Starck, Inlandsinnovation
Technology & Products
Key Products
Spherical metal powders; Spherical carbide powders; Spherical ceramic powders
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Unique atomization process capable of handling metals, carbides, and ceramics in a single system, producing powders with 99.5%+ sphericity for improved AM process reliability. Defensible via trade secrets and potential patents (though specific patent numbers not found in sources).
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables production of high-quality spherical powders with superior flowability and density for AM, reducing part defects and improving mechanical properties in critical applications like aerospace and wear-resistant coatings.
How They Differentiate
Unlike conventional gas atomization (Tekna) or electrochemical processes (Metalysis), Metasphere's plasma-centrifugal technology achieves higher sphericity (>99.5% vs industry standard ~98%) and can process refractory materials like tungsten carbides that are challenging for competitors.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Metal powder suppliers, additive manufacturing service bureaus, industrial manufacturers requiring high-performance spherical powders
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing; Surface Coating; Powder Metallurgy
Competitors
Tekna; Metalysis; AP&C (GE Additive)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Developed proprietary plasma atomization technology over 10+ years of R&D; Partnership with H.C. Starck to build new production line for spherical metal powders in Luleå
Major Milestones
Founded in 2009; H.C. Starck minority investment in 2015; Acquired by Höganäs in 2017
Notable Customers
Höganäs AB