Norblast
Manufactures sandblasting and shot-peening systems for post-processing additive manufacturing components, including the 3D-Printing Line for cleaning, finishing, and roughness reduction across all AM technologies.
- CEO / Founder
- Riccardo Cristiani
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D-Printing Line (manual/automatic post-processing); 3D11B (automatic sandblasting machine for AM); 3D7 (manual sandblasting machine for AM); 3D Wave (surface dyeing system for AM parts); Inox Peen® process (specialized shot peening); Custom sandblasting/shot-peening machines
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Custom-designed systems for all AM technologies (SLS, MJF, SLM, EBM, FDM, Binder Jetting) with automated grit recovery, reducing media waste by 20%. Defensible through trade secrets and long-term industry partnerships.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces post-processing time by up to 50% and improves surface roughness from Ra 15µm to Ra 3µm, enabling faster turnaround and higher-quality finishes for AM components, critical for industries like aerospace and medical where surface integrity impacts performance.
How They Differentiate
3x faster setup time than Guyson's standard systems (30 min vs. 90 min) and 25% lower operating cost per part due to integrated grit recovery; specifically engineered for AM post-processing vs. general-purpose competitors.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printing service bureaus, aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and industrial manufacturers requiring high-quality surface treatment for AM parts.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense; Automotive; Biomedical; Additive Manufacturing; Energy; Foundry; Mold
Competitors
Guyson Corporation; Rösler Oberflächentechnik GmbH; SINTOKOGIO, LTD
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
100+ machines installed annually, 5000+ machines installed worldwide
Major Milestones
1976: Founded by Remo Norelli; 2020s: Launched 3D-Printing Line for additive manufacturing; 2024: Partnership with AM Futures for global distribution; 40+ years of operation in surface treatment
Notable Customers
Techniques Chimiques Nouvelles (TCN)