Snowbird Tech
Develops containerized large-format metal additive manufacturing systems (SAMM Tech) combining laser-directed energy deposition with CNC milling, enabling on-site production of metal, plastic, and composite parts in extreme environments.
- CEO / Founder
- Scott Morse
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Commercial
- Total Funding
- $2M
- Latest Round
- Grant
Technology & Products
Key Products
SAMM Tech - Containerized metal/plastic hybrid 3D printing and CNC milling system (ISO shipping container); SAMM Tech with Meltio Engine Blue integration - Next-generation platform announced for RAPID+TCT 2026; SAWG Atmospheric Water Generator (non-AM product); Portable HVAC environmental control units (non-AM product)
Technological Advantage
Patented containerized gantry design enables 4.5-cubic-foot build volume with laser-powered DED tolerating standard welding wire; hybrid manufacturing (additive + subtractive + FFF) eliminates need for separate machines; ruggedized design survives extreme military/industrial deployment; eliminates weeks of shipping lead time for critical replacement parts; reduces inventory holding costs by enabling on-demand production.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
On-demand part production in field environments eliminates shipping lead times and supply chain reliance; ruggedized containerized platform deploys to remote or harsh locations; hybrid metal DED + CNC + FFF enables multi-material production; material flexibility from carbon steel to titanium.
How They Differentiate
Only known containerized, fully mobile large-format metal 3D printing system with integrated CNC milling; emphasis on extreme-environment ruggedness and field deployability distinguishes from bench-top or facility-based AM systems; hybrid metal+plastic+CNC capabilities in single platform reduce equipment footprint.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Military, aerospace, industrial field operations requiring mobile or distributed manufacturing
Industry Verticals
Military and Defense; Aerospace; Industrial Manufacturing; Field Repair and Maintenance
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
5 employees; founded 1992; $2M total funding raised (2 funding rounds as of 2021)
Major Milestones
2023 (March 1) - SAMM Tech announced; previewed at Navy League Sea-Air-Space Show (April 2023); 2026 (announcement) - Next-generation SAMM Tech platform with Meltio Engine Blue + Mosquito Prime announced for RAPID+TCT 2026 (booth #1915)