ULT
Designs and manufactures industrial-grade fume extraction, air filtration, and process air-drying systems for additive manufacturing; specializes in gas purification and powder handling air quality for metal and polymer AM processes.
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. Stefan Jakschik
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
ULT AG designs and manufactures industrial-grade fume extraction, air filtration, and process air-drying systems specifically for additive manufacturing. They specialize in gas purification and powder handling air quality for both metal and polymer AM processes.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary sorption-based drying technology enables ultra-low moisture content (critical for metal powder quality and part porosity reduction). Patent-protected process air filtration achieving 99.7% removal efficiency at micron and nano-particle scales. First-mover advantage in AM-specific fume extraction for regulatory-compliant manufacturing environments.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Eliminates fume hazards and powder contamination in AM production environments—critical for regulatory compliance, worker safety, and part quality consistency. Process air quality is to additive manufacturing production environment what materials are to 3D printers: non-negotiable for scalable manufacturing.
How They Differentiate
ULT AG differentiates itself through AM-specific engineering, including gas purification for inert atmospheres and powder moisture control. They have deep partnerships with researchers and OEMs, expertise in regulatory compliance for hazardous powder handling, and integrate their solutions into AM production lines. They have been actively involved in the research and development of metal- and plastic-based additive manufacturing for over 20 years, positioning them as a leading vendor in the field.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Metal and polymer additive manufacturing facilities; industrial manufacturers; research institutions; contract manufacturers using AM in aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics sectors
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing (metal LPBF, powder-bed fusion, metal SLS); Additive Manufacturing (polymer: SLS, FDM, SLA); Aerospace & Defense; Automotive; Medical Device Manufacturing; Electronics & Semiconductors; Pharmaceuticals; Research & Development
Competitors
Fumex, RoboVent, Aura Air
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Family-owned since 1994; publicly listed in Germany (2004); continuous expansion: production area doubled in 2007; major expansion stage in 2013; organic growth driven by rising AM adoption and regulatory compliance demand in precision manufacturing.
Major Milestones
1994—Company founded by Dr. Christian Jakschik; 2000—Relocated to current headquarters (Löbau), expanded operational capacity; 2004—Became publicly listed company (AG status); 2007—First major production expansion; doubled manufacturing capacity; 2013—Second expansion stage initiated; 2015—Leadership transition to second generation (Dr. Stefan Jakschik, Alexander Jakschik assumed CEO/CTO and CSO roles); 2017—Established North American subsidiary (ULT-NA) for USA, Canada, Mexico market expansion; 2020s—Rapid growth in AM-specific solutions; recognized as industry partner by research institutions and AM OEMs