Microtrac MRB
Manufactures particle characterization and analytical instrumentation for quality control in AM powder processing.
- CEO / Founder
- Sven Dotor
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $350K
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Verder Group
Technology & Products
Key Products
CAMSIZER series (Dynamic Image Analysis); Sync (Laser Diffraction + Image Analysis); BELSORP (Gas Adsorption); Nanotrac (Dynamic Light Scattering)
Technological Advantage
Enables detection of oversized 'spatter' particles in recycled AM powders that cause structural defects, a critical requirement for aerospace and medical certification.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Optimizes AM build quality and powder recyclability by providing high-resolution particle size and shape data, reducing material waste and part defects.
How They Differentiate
3x higher resolution for oversized particles via dual-camera CAMSIZER; unique combination of laser and image data in the Sync platform.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
AM powder producers and industrial manufacturers using metal/polymer powders.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Medical; Automotive; Chemicals; Pharmaceuticals
Competitors
Malvern Panalytical; Horiba; Granutools
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
51-200 employees; Acquired by Verder Group; Serves AMRC and major aerospace/defense companies globally; Multiple product lines generate recurring revenue
Major Milestones
2020 Merger of Retsch Technology, Microtrac, and Bel Europe; 2023 Acquisition of Formulaction
Notable Customers
AMRC