UVT
High-precision gas circulation and purification systems for ultra-low oxygen environments in metal additive manufacturing
- CEO / Founder
- Lu Wanlin
- Stage
- Growth Stage
- Total Funding
- ¥5M
- Latest Round
- Series A
- Key Investors
- Suzhou Industrial Park Government Funds; Private Strategic Investors
Technology & Products
Key Products
AM Gas Purification System; Inert Gas Circulation Units; Powder Handling Environmental Control Systems; Industrial Air Purification Solutions; Intelligent Environmental Control Software
Technological Advantage
Proprietary filtration technology that handles fine metal condensates (soot) without interrupting the build cycle, significantly increasing machine uptime compared to standard industrial filters.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces argon and nitrogen consumption by up to 90% through advanced recycling loops while maintaining oxygen levels below 10ppm, ensuring metallurgical integrity for aerospace-grade titanium and aluminum parts.
How They Differentiate
UVT offers a 30% lower total cost of ownership compared to European competitors by localizing manufacturing in Suzhou while matching the <10ppm oxygen purity standards required for Ti-6Al-4V printing.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Metal 3D printer OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, and industrial AM service bureaus.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Medical; Steel & Petrochemical; Automotive
Competitors
Bofa International; Donaldson Company; Argon (Gas Management); Guangzhou Sailong (Auxiliary Systems)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has expanded from general HVAC to specialized AM environmental systems, now exhibiting at major global AM trade shows like TCT Asia.
Major Milestones
2018: Company founded in Suzhou; 2020: Launched first dedicated gas purification system for Metal AM; 2024: Recognized as a High-Tech Enterprise in Jiangsu Province; 2026: Confirmed exhibitor at TCT Asia
Notable Customers
Leading Chinese Aerospace OEMs; Steel Manufacturing Groups; Petrochemical Refineries