NematX
NematX provides a complete solution for industrial 3D printing, including their proprietary NEX 01 high-precision extrusion platform and specialized LAPEROS® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) filaments. This technology enables the additive manufacturing of high-performance, ultra-strong, and temperature-resistant parts.
- CEO / Founder
- Raphael Heeb
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $1.46M
- Latest Round
- Seed
- Key Investors
- Polyplastics Co., Ltd., Venture Kick
Technology & Products
Key Products
["NEX 01 3D Printing Platform","LAPEROS® LCP Filaments"]
Technological Advantage
By offering an integrated platform of both a specialized printer (NEX 01) and proprietary materials (LCP filaments), NematX ensures optimal performance and quality. This allows for the production of end-use parts that were previously not possible with additive manufacturing, opening up new applications in high-tech industries.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
NematX offers the ability to 3D print parts with unprecedented strength and thermal stability, surpassing traditional high-performance polymers like PEEK. Their 'Nematic 3D Printing' technology provides a cost-effective and sustainable solution for producing complex, end-use components.
How They Differentiate
NematX differentiates itself through its focus on Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCPs), which offer superior strength (up to 10x stronger than PEEK), higher temperature resistance, and better chemical inertness. Their integrated system of hardware and materials is specifically designed to maximize the potential of LCPs.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Companies in demanding sectors such as electronics, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, and medical industries that require high-precision, high-performance polymer parts.
Industry Verticals
["Electronics","Semiconductor","Aerospace/Defense","Medical","Precision Mechanics","Chemical"]
Competitors
Roboze; Orion AM; Other manufacturers of PEEK and PEKK 3D printers
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has successfully launched its first commercial product, the NEX 01 platform, and has established a key strategic partnership with Polyplastics, a leading global supplier of engineering plastics.
Major Milestones
["Founded as an ETH Zurich spin-off in 2020.","Won the W.A. de Vigier Award in 2022.","Launched the NEX 01 high-precision material extrusion platform at Formnext 2022.","Established a strategic partnership with Polyplastics for LCP material development and received investment in July 2024."]