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ROWAK

MaterialsZurich, SwitzerlandFounded 1974· One of 932 Materials companies tracked by AMPulse

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