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Vat Photo (VPP) Companies

50 Ceramics/Composites · Vat Photo (VPP) companies in the additive manufacturing ecosystem tracked by AMPulse. Browse profiles, funding rounds, and technology details.

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Vat Photo (VPP) (VPP) is an additive manufacturing process for ceramics or ceramic-reinforced composites. AMPulse tracks 50 companies using Vat Photo (VPP) as a core technology, ranked below by total funding raised.

Typical materials: alumina, zirconia, silicon carbide, ceramic-filled polymers. Common applications: aerospace, defense, medical implants, electronics, tooling.

Redwire

Develops in-space additive manufacturing systems and facilities for microgravity environments, enabling on-orbit production of tools, structures, and biological tissues to reduce Earth-launch dependency and costs.

Jacksonville, FL, USAFounded 2020$620M

Aidite

A vertically integrated digital oral healthcare ecosystem provider that combines advanced dental materials with intelligent equipment and 3D printing solutions.

Qinhuangdao, ChinaFounded 2007$210.0M

Lightforce

World's first fully personalized 3D printed braces system using AI and custom ceramic brackets for each patient

Burlington, Massachusetts, USAFounded 2015$200M

Soonsolid

Professional SLA 3D printing systems and materials for industrial production, dental applications, and medical devices, with integrated intelligent software platform

Shaoxing, Zhejiang, ChinaFounded 2013$200M+

Bruker AXS SE

Division of Bruker Corporation providing X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and micro-CT instruments for material characterization and non-destructive quality control of additive manufacturing parts.

Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyFounded 1997$162.1M

Prodways

Integrated European additive manufacturing player offering DLP/SLS 3D printers (MOVINGLight® technology), high-performance materials, on-demand parts manufacturing, and end-to-end design-to-production services across dental, medical, industrial, and aerospace applications.

Montigny-le-Bretonneux, FranceFounded 2013€113.3M

Kangshuo Electrical Group Co., Ltd.

A high-tech industrial group specializing in advanced additive manufacturing (3D printing) and 'Digital Foundry' solutions that modernize traditional casting processes.

Wuhan, Hubei, ChinaFounded 2010¥100M+

BMF Precision

A global leader in micro-scale additive manufacturing that provides industrial-grade 3D printing systems and solutions with ultra-high resolution down to 2μm.

Chongqing, ChinaFounded 2016$91.0M

SK Fine

High-precision ceramic stereolithography 3D printer manufacturer enabling complex ceramic structures impossible with conventional manufacturing methods.

Kusatsu, JapanFounded 2018¥65.0M

Fortify

Fortify specializes in developing advanced 3D printing systems and materials, utilizing its proprietary 'Fluxprint' technology to produce complex, high-performance RF and antenna components.

Boston, Massachusetts, USAFounded 2016$45M

Ossiform

Develops and manufactures patient-specific, resorbable bone implants using a proprietary 3D printing technology that are replaced by the patient's own bone over time.

Odense, DenmarkFounded 2017$28.0M

Lucideon

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.

Stoke-on-Trent, UKFounded 1951$24.17M

Evove

Develops precision-engineered filtration and separation membranes using additive manufacturing and graphene-based coatings.

Widnes, United KingdomFounded 2015$22.6M

Synergy Hi-Tech

An industrial-grade additive manufacturing company providing integrated solutions across continuous fiber, ceramic, and metal 3D printing for high-end industrial sectors.

Shenzhen, ChinaFounded 2020$22.0M

Szene Additiv (DKG)

Open platform and service provider for additive manufacturing of ceramics, offering technology expertise, networking, and lobbying for ceramic AM adoption

GermanyFounded 2021$21M

CreatZ Ceramics

Provides ceramic 3D printing services using Stereolithography (SLA) technology to produce functional ceramic parts with dimensions up to 100x200x90mm

SingaporeFounded 2017$21M

DDM Systems

DDM Systems manufactures complex metal components using advanced 3D printing technologies, specifically LAMP and SLE, optimized for investment casting and ceramics.

Atlanta, GA, USAFounded 2012$19M

Avignon Ceramics

Manufactures high-precision ceramic cores for investment casting using Ceramic Injection Moulding (CIM) and 3D printing for aerospace and energy applications.

Bruère-Allichamps, FranceFounded 1870€19M

10dim Tech

China's first commercial manufacturer of high-performance ceramic DLP (Digital Light Processing) 3D printers, providing complete ceramic additive manufacturing solutions from equipment to materials for advanced industrial and research applications.

Beijing, ChinaFounded 2014$15M

DEKEMA

German manufacturer of high-precision ceramic furnaces and innovative 3D printers for dental technology, delivering precision and reliability since 1973.

Freilassing, GermanyFounded 1973€13.5M

Formatec Ceramics

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.

Goirle, NetherlandsFounded 1996$12.9M

Admatec

Admatec develops and manufactures 3D printing systems and materials for high-performance ceramics and metals through its proprietary Admaflex technology.

Alkmaar, North Holland, The NetherlandsFounded 2013$12.9M

Lithoz GmbH

Lithoz develops and produces advanced additive manufacturing systems (3D printers), specialized ceramic materials, and proprietary software to create high-performance ceramic parts for demanding applications.

Headquarters: Vienna, Austria; Subsidiaries: Lithoz America LLC (Troy, NY, USA), Lithoz China (Shanghai, China)Founded 2011$11.7M

ADT-AdventureTech

A complete ceramic additive manufacturing solution provider offering high-precision DLP, DIW, and SLA ceramic 3D printers with proprietary materials, software, and sintering processes for research and industrial applications.

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China (HQ); Foshan, Guangdong, China (Production Base)Founded 2015$10M

CALIX Ceramic Solutions

Provides advanced ceramic 3D printing services, custom component manufacturing, and engineering consulting for high-temperature, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant industrial applications.

Tonawanda, NY, USAFounded 2012$9.5M

Holo, Inc.

Holo develops and utilizes a proprietary additive manufacturing technology called PureForm™. This technology uses a slurry-based vat photopolymerization (VPP) process. It begins with a proprietary slurry of metal injection molding (MIM) powder and a photo-curable binder. Parts are built layer-by-layer with high-resolution optical printers. The resulting 'green state' parts are then put through a standard MIM sintering process to remove the binder and densify the material, resulting in a high-resolution, pure metal or ceramic component.

Newark, United StatesFounded 2017$7.5M

Jive Solutions

Korea's leading 3D printing total solution provider offering end-to-end additive manufacturing services from equipment sales to post-processing, specializing in multi-scale high-precision 3D printing from micro/nano to large-scale metal and polymer applications.

823 Dongtansunhwan-daero, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South KoreaFounded 2018$7.5M

Canopy

A vertically integrated advanced manufacturing company specializing in high-temperature ceramics and thermal protection systems (TPS) for space, defense, and hypersonic applications.

Littleton, USAFounded 2021$5.5M

Lynxter

Lynxter develops and manufactures modular industrial 3D printers capable of printing with a wide range of materials, including thermoplastics, silicones, and ceramics, on a single machine.

Bayonne, FranceFounded 2016€5.5M

Jiangsu QuickDemos Intelligent Manufacturing High-tech Co., Ltd.

Develops ceramic and dental resin stereolithography (SLA) 3D printers for research, industrial production, and dental applications, enabling high-precision manufacturing of complex ceramic and polymer components.

Wuxi, Jiangsu, ChinaFounded 2021$5M

GUANGDONG TENDIMENSIONS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Develops ultra-high-precision DLP 3D printing systems and advanced materials for industrial, medical, and jewelry sectors, achieving resolutions down to 2μm.

Beijing (Headquarters), Foshan, Guangdong, China (Printing Service Factory)Founded 2014$5M

Junjing Technology - Ceramic/Metal 3D Printing

Develops sinking SLA/DLP 3D printers for high-precision ceramic and metal components using 4K optical engines.

Beijing, ChinaFounded 2023$4.5M

Cerhum S.A.

Develops patient-specific 3D-printed bioceramic bone grafts with patented interconnected porous structures for maxillofacial surgery.

Liège, BelgiumFounded 2015€3.5M

Lodestar3D

An industrial-grade additive manufacturing (AM) integrator and solutions provider that offers an end-to-end ecosystem of 3D printing hardware, software, materials, and post-processing systems.

Bengaluru, IndiaFounded 2013$2.79M

Objective3D

Leading provider of 3D printing solutions and bureau services in Australia and New Zealand, specializing in Stratasys, Lithoz, and Artec 3D technologies.

Carrum Downs, AustraliaFounded 1998$2.423M

Metropolitan Community College Tech Center-FabLab

Provides open-access rapid prototyping, fabrication tools, and training for design, development, and testing of prototypes.

Omaha, NE, USAFounded 2013$2.0M

3D Controls Co., Ltd.

개발 및 생산된 세라믹 3D 프린터와 맞춤형 세라믹 3D 프린팅 서비스를 제공하여 복잡한 형상의 고정밀 세라믹 부품 제작을 지원합니다.

부산광역시, 대한민국Founded 2014$1.8M

Tethon 3D

Offers customizable ceramic resins and innovative 3D printers including the Bison 1000 and Bison Bio printers.

Omaha, NebraskaFounded 2014$1.75M

Carimatech

A high-precision 3D printing automation company that provides advanced DLP (Digital Light Processing) solutions for smart mass production in the bio-pharmaceutical, ceramic, and industrial sectors.

Seoul, South KoreaFounded 2024$1.5M

Guangdong Junjing Technology Co., Ltd.

A high-efficiency industrial ceramic 3D printing provider offering a 'full-chain' solution encompassing proprietary equipment, specialized slurry materials, and post-processing technology.

Foshan, ChinaFounded 2021$1.4M

KERAMIK

Designs and produces eco-friendly ceramic clay/porcelain furniture and decorative products using 3D design and additive manufacturing technology.

Thessaloniki, GreeceFounded 2020$1.2M

Nivalon Medical

A medical technology company developing the world's first patient-specific, motion-preserving, metal-free spinal implants using AI-driven design and advanced ceramic 3D printing.

Youngstown, USAFounded 2020$1M

Glassomer

Patented glass 3D printing and injection molding platform enabling high-precision fused silica components with design freedom previously only possible in polymers—eliminating need for hazardous wet-chemical etching and expensive mold tooling for prototyping and small-batch production.

Freiburg im Breisgau, GermanyFounded 2018$814K

LONGER

Develops consumer and industrial 3D printers and laser engravers, integrating proprietary materials and control systems to provide affordable, high-quality AM solutions.

Shenzhen, ChinaFounded 2014$740K

Ceramco Inc

Manufactures custom technical ceramic components and stock fasteners using injection molding and additive manufacturing for complex geometries, serving aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

Center Conway, NH, USAFounded 1982$724K

SK FINE – SHASHIN KAGAKU Co., Ltd.

Develops and sells stereolithography (SLA) 3D printers for ceramics and produces ceramic parts, leveraging proprietary materials formulation technology from parent company SHASHIN KAGAKU.

Kusatsu-shi, Shiga, JapanFounded 2018$0.7M

Novadditive

Produces custom ceramic parts using multi-process 3D printing (FFF, SLA, LDM) from prototypes to series for demanding applications in aerospace, defense, luxury, and more.

Tarbes, FranceFounded 2020$500K

3DCeram Sinto

A turnkey provider of ceramic 3D printing solutions, offering a complete range of printers, materials, and services for industrial applications.

Limoges, FranceFounded 2001$356K

AM-COE – AM Center of Excellence

Provides advanced ceramic and polymer additive manufacturing services using vat-photopolymerisation (DLP) technology for high-value manufacturing industries like aerospace and energy.

Derby, UKFounded 2018£42K

CERIX

Provides ceramic additive manufacturing services using Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) technology for high-precision, fully operational components, enabling rapid prototyping and serial production.

Blaichach, GermanyFounded 2016

Frequently asked questions

What is Vat Photo (VPP) (VPP)?

An additive manufacturing process for ceramics or ceramic-reinforced composites.

Which companies are leaders in Vat Photo (VPP)?

Based on funding data tracked by AMPulse as of 2026-05, the top Vat Photo (VPP) companies include Redwire, Aidite, Lightforce, Soonsolid, and Bruker AXS SE. Full list of 50 tracked companies available on this page.

What materials does Vat Photo (VPP) use?

Vat Photo (VPP) commonly works with alumina, zirconia, silicon carbide, ceramic-filled polymers.

What industries use Vat Photo (VPP)?

Primary applications for Vat Photo (VPP) include aerospace, defense, medical implants, electronics, tooling.