50 Ceramics/Composites · Binder Jetting companies in the additive manufacturing ecosystem tracked by AMPulse. Browse profiles, funding rounds, and technology details.
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Binder Jetting (BJT) is Binder Jetting: liquid binder is deposited onto a powder bed to form green parts, then sintered; enables high throughput and lower cost than fusion-based processes. AMPulse tracks 50 companies using Binder Jetting as a core technology, ranked below by total funding raised.
Typical materials: stainless steel, tool steels, tungsten carbide, sand, ceramics. Common applications: automotive components, tooling, foundry molds, end-use hardware.
Binder Jetting (BJT) deposits a liquid binder onto a powder bed via inkjet printheads, creating green parts that are subsequently sintered to full density. The process spans three distinct material families with very different economics: metal binder jetting (stainless steel, tool steel, tungsten carbide, occasionally titanium), sand binder jetting (silica sand for foundry molds and cores), and ceramic binder jetting (alumina, zirconia, silicon carbide). Metal BJT promises the cost-per-part economics of injection molding at low-to-mid volumes, once post-processing (debinding, sintering, infiltration) is automated. The technology has been the subject of more SPAC merger activity, OEM acquisitions, and customer-disappointment cycles than any other AM process in 2020-2024. The fundamental economic case remains compelling for the right applications, but production-grade qualification has been slower than industrial promises suggested.
Desktop Metal anchored the industrial metal BJT category with the Production System P-1 and P-50, then merged with Nano Dimension. ExOne (acquired by Desktop Metal in 2021) brought sand and metal BJT pedigree from German industrial roots. HP launched Metal Jet S100 in 2022, leveraging its inkjet platform from MJF. GE Additive's Binder Jet line targets specific superalloy applications. Voxeljet remains the dominant sand BJT player for foundry applications. Specialty entrants include 3DEO (US, single-pass jetting), Markforged Metal X (an SLS-derived metal alternative often grouped with BJT), and dental specialists. The category has consolidated significantly: most independent metal BJT startups now operate as divisions of larger AM holdings.
Metal BJT's 2020-2022 investor enthusiasm has cooled into a more realistic adoption curve. Production-grade qualification, particularly for aerospace and medical applications, has proven harder than hoped due to sintering shrinkage management, residual porosity, and post-processing complexity. The successful early adopters are concentrated in non-flight automotive (lighting brackets, EV thermal components), hand tools (Stanley Black & Decker), and medical instrument handles. Sand BJT has been the quiet winner: foundries adopting it for fast prototype molds and tooling face fewer qualification hurdles, and Voxeljet plus ExOne have steady installed-base growth. HP's Metal Jet entry has not yet generated the volume HP's MJF launch achieved in polymer.
Metal BJT's economic case will eventually be realized, but probably for a narrower set of applications than 2020 forecasts suggested. The likely winning segments are mid-volume hardware where neither machining nor casting fits cleanly, and dental and medical instruments. Sand BJT will continue gradual adoption replacing sand-casting tooling. The wildcard is whether continuous BJT processes achieve the throughput needed to compete with high-pressure die casting on its core volume segments.
Develops ComeTrue® series full-color and ceramic 3D printers using binder jetting technology, complemented by CurieJet® piezoelectric micropumps and inkjet printheads for OEM/ODM solutions
Desktop Metal was a pioneer in metal and sand 3D printing systems for mass production applications.
Pioneer in binder jetting 3D printing technology for sand and metal applications. Originally acquired by Desktop Metal in 2021, then assets split following Desktop Metal bankruptcy in 2025 - metal binder jetting to Arc Impact, sand printing to Anzu Partners (merged with voxeljet as ExOne Global Holdings).
Kocel (共享装备) is one of China's largest additive manufacturing companies, specializing in industrial-scale binder jetting 3D printing for sand casting molds and cores, with global #1 market share in super sand mold 3D printers.
Develops and manufactures spinal fusion and fixation products featuring silicon nitride ceramic implants for spine surgery, offering superior bone fusion, antibacterial properties, and mechanical strength compared to traditional materials like PEEK and titanium.
Advanced material solutions including metal matrix composites, hermetic packages, armor products, ultra-low temperature sintered ceramic materials, and the proprietary HybridTech Armor® Metal Matrix Composite technology for high-performance applications.
Develops high-performance silicon carbide ceramic materials for additive manufacturing, including binder jet 3D printing materials for complex ceramic components used in aerospace, semiconductor, and chemical industries
Manufactures advanced ceramics and refractories for glass melting furnaces, leveraging over a century of material expertise.
Licenses catalyst technology that converts CO2 emissions into sustainable aviation fuel and chemicals, enabling carbon-to-value projects through proven DEFT™ catalyst technology and integration services.
Provides industrial-grade Binder Jetting solutions for metal, sand, ceramic, and wax applications, specializing in large-format systems for the casting industry.
Materials development, process optimization, and validation services for additive manufacturing (metal, polymer, ceramic) with emphasis on aerospace and defense sector applications; provides consultancy, testing, characterization, and commercialization support.
Open platform and service provider for additive manufacturing of ceramics, offering technology expertise, networking, and lobbying for ceramic AM adoption
A high-tech material science company specializing in 3D-printed electronic functional materials and additive manufacturing solutions for PCBs, semiconductors, and lithium batteries.
Provides 3D sand printing (binder jetting) services for complex sand cores and molds used in metal casting, eliminating traditional tooling requirements.
Develops advanced binder jetting systems with novel functional binders for metal and ceramic additive manufacturing, targeting automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors with improved speed, material choice, and part quality.
A high-tech industrial group specializing in advanced additive manufacturing (3D printing) and 'Digital Foundry' solutions that modernize traditional casting processes.
Provides technical ceramic manufacturing services using Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) and additive manufacturing (AM) technologies like DLP for high-precision, wear-resistant components across industrial and luxury goods sectors.
Mobile robotic construction and large-scale 3D concrete printing. Builds large-scale 3D concrete printing robots on real commercial jobsites — delivering structures in days, not months.
Develops a novel material system and binder jetting process for 3D printing ultra-lightweight, mechanically strong carbon composite parts for high-end industrial applications.
Develops nanoceramic composite materials and additive manufacturing processes for extreme environments, enabling lightweight, durable components for aerospace, defense, and space applications.
Develops industrial binder jetting 3D printers for metal and sand components, reducing production costs and lead times for complex aerospace and automotive parts.
Provides custom 3D printing manufacturing services and advanced materials development, specializing in ceramics and polymers for industrial applications.
3D Printed Living Seawalls built using proprietary 3D printing technology and eco-friendly concrete mixes designed to reduce coastal erosion while promoting marine habitat enhancement.
A deep-tech startup specializing in large-scale metal and high-performance ceramic (Silicon Carbide) 3D printing solutions for advanced industrial manufacturing.
Advanced carbon fiber and fiberglass composite manufacturing with 3D printing capabilities for aerospace and defense structural components; delivers cutting-edge composites via VARTM, resin infusion, and tailored fiber placement, reducing production costs 30-40% while maintaining aerospace-grade strength-to-weight ratios.
Develops robotics-driven architectural 3D printing systems using binder jetting (Drop on Powder technology) for concrete and ceramic components—reducing construction waste by 60%+ and enabling complex geometric facades, walls, roofs, and floor structures for buildings.
Tritone Technologies has developed MoldJet®, a powder-free binder jetting process for producing metal and ceramic parts, designed for industrial-scale production with high accuracy and a wide range of materials.
Currant3D develops and manufactures 3D printers and materials for food, with a focus on creating plant-based meat alternatives and intricate sugar-based confections.
Cloud-based digital manufacturing platform connecting customers to a global network of ~350 pre-qualified manufacturers for on-demand 3D printing, CNC machining, casting, and injection molding services.
Provides high-integrity sand cast components using in-house 3D sand printing for molds/cores, reducing lead times and enabling complex geometries for automotive, motorsport, aerospace, and defense industries.
Develops precursor powders and Selective Laser Reaction Sintering (SLRS) technology for additive manufacturing of high-performance non-oxide ceramics (carbides, nitrides, borides), enabling net-shape parts with no post-processing or volume change.
A pioneer in industrial additive manufacturing specializing in high-precision stereolithography (SLA) systems, sand mold 3D printers, and proprietary photopolymer resins.
Develops and fabricates multi-material metal and ceramic parts using proprietary binder-free selective powder deposition 3D printing combined with hot isostatic pressing (AM-HIP), enabling complex, high-performance components for aerospace, energy, and defense applications.
Supplies complete production lines and know-how licenses for Medium Pressure Powder Injection Molding (MEDPIMOLD) and feedstock technology for additive manufacturing, enabling cost-effective production of complex metal and ceramic components.
Operates industrial 3D concrete printing systems for commercial construction, eliminating formwork to reduce lead times and labor costs.
A sustainable manufacturing platform that uses proprietary binder jetting 3D printing technology to transform biomass waste materials (sawdust, coffee grounds, and seaweed) into high-quality physical goods while sequestering CO2.
Develops robotic 3D concrete printing systems using patented printheads and standard transport concrete to reduce construction times from months to days.
DeepTech waste valorization platform that transforms mineral and biogenic industrial waste streams into high-performance circular building materials through a proprietary low-temperature binding process.
Provides 3D print bureau services using Lithoz LCM technology for technical ceramic materials and develops innovative plastic recycling technology to convert PPE waste into 3D printing feedstock.
Provides contract manufacturing for high-precision ceramic 3D printing using XJet NPJ technology, enabling features under 100 microns for medical and aerospace applications.
Develops proprietary binder jetting 3D printers for ceramics and operates an on-demand 3D printing marketplace for customized ceramic and metal products, reducing manufacturing time by 90% compared to traditional methods.
Provides Spark Plasma Sintering (FAST/SPS) services and proprietary simulation software to produce high-density ceramic and metal parts from powders in under one hour, enabling rapid prototyping and serial production.
Lightweight gantry-style 3D concrete printers that automate construction of concrete structures, reducing manual labor and enabling affordable housing with tornado-resistant capabilities.
Nanoe offers industrial solutions for 3D ceramic and metal printing, providing a complete ecosystem including advanced debinding and sintering equipment.
Develops patient-specific medical implants and surgical guides using DMLS, SLS, and inkjet additive manufacturing for titanium, cobalt-chrome, and biocompatible polymer components, enabling scan-to-part customization for orthopedic surgery.
A public-private partnership providing additive manufacturing services and support for aerospace and defense applications, using composite-based 3D printing to produce legacy aircraft parts.
A German company developing multi-material 3D printers that use cost-effective, standard injection molding granulates for printing metals, ceramics, and polymers.
White-labeled in-app merchandising plugin for video game publishers and developers, enabling players to order custom 3D printed figurines and physical merchandise directly from game interfaces.
Develops the Fusion Factory, an integrated modular FFF system for metal and ceramic parts combining printing, debinding, and sintering in one frame for industrial production.
Industrial multi-material 3D printing system using proprietary Multi Material Jetting (MMJ) technology that integrates up to six different materials in a single print process.
Binder Jetting: liquid binder is deposited onto a powder bed to form green parts, then sintered; enables high throughput and lower cost than fusion-based processes.
Based on funding data tracked by AMPulse as of 2026-06, the top Binder Jetting companies include MicroJet Technology Co., Ltd., Desktop Metal, ExOne, Kocel, and Amedica. Full list of 50 tracked companies available on this page.
Binder Jetting commonly works with stainless steel, tool steels, tungsten carbide, sand, ceramics.
Primary applications for Binder Jetting include automotive components, tooling, foundry molds, end-use hardware.