ROWAK
Manufactures thermoplastic powders and paste additives for coatings, laminations, and 3D printing applications, serving as a materials supplier in the additive manufacturing ecosystem.
- CEO / Founder
- Jens Roettges
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $174,744
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- FLATISA
Technology & Products
Key Products
Copolyamide; Copolyester; Polypropylene; HDPE; LDPE; EVA; TPU; Ionomer; Flame-retardant powders; Biobased products
Technological Advantage
Proprietary polymer powder formulations for 3D printing end-use parts, developed since 1974, with a focus on application-oriented solutions and close client collaboration.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides high-quality, application-specific thermoplastic powders and additives that enable enhanced material properties for coatings, laminations, and 3D printing, reducing development time and improving product performance in end-use applications.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on custom thermoplastic powders and additives for specific industrial applications (e.g., textiles, automotive) rather than broad AM hardware or services, with deep expertise in polymer chemistry and bonding technologies.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in textiles, automotive, filtration, hygiene, cosmetics, and additive manufacturing sectors requiring custom polymer solutions.
Industry Verticals
Apparel; Hometextiles; Technical Textiles; Shoe and Leather; Automotive; Filtration; Hygiene; Cosmetics; Additive Manufacturing
Competitors
FIT AG; Stratasys; EOS; 3D Systems; Materialise
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue is approximately $5.9 million with fewer than 25 employees.
Major Milestones
Founded in 1974; Achieved stable compatibility between TPU powders and silicone ink transfer labels in 2016; Registered in IMDS for automotive material data system