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ODeCon

HardwareKaiserslautern, GermanyFounded 2005· One of 1708 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

Develops high-speed metal 3D printers using laser cladding (DED) technology for additive manufacturing, post-processing, and coating of metal components in a single work step.

CEO / Founder
Oliver Schulte
Team Size
1-10
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$540K
Latest Round
Series C
Key Investors
B Capital

Technology & Products

Key Products

adAM series metal 3D printers; adAM-BASE entry-level model; Special-purpose machines; Automation solutions; Software for control and monitoring

Technological Advantage

Proprietary high-speed laser cladding process achieves faster build speeds than traditional powder-bed fusion, with flexibility for multi-function operations (manufacturing and post-processing).

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Reduces lead times and enables on-demand production with a 5-axis system that can additively manufacture, post-process, and coat parts, offering flexibility not available in traditional powder-bed or binder-jetting systems.

How They Differentiate

3x faster build speed than traditional powder-bed systems with a 5-axis DED process that enables simultaneous manufacturing and post-processing, reducing lead times and offering greater flexibility for complex geometries.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Companies in mechanical engineering, tool and mold making, dental technology, automotive, and aerospace

Industry Verticals

Mechanical Engineering; Tool and Mold Making; Dental Technology; Automotive; Aerospace

Competitors

EOS GmbH; SLM Solutions; Renishaw

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

ODeCon launched the adAM-BASE entry-level model for medium-sized enterprises and expanded sales in Baden-Württemberg.

Major Milestones

Development of world's fastest metal 3D printers using laser welding technology; Introduction of adAM-BASE entry-level model in 2024; Expansion of sales in Baden-Württemberg

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