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Cold Spray Companies

43 Metal AM · Cold Spray companies in the additive manufacturing ecosystem tracked by AMPulse. Browse profiles, funding rounds, and technology details.

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Cold Spray (CS) is Cold Spray — supersonic acceleration of metal powder particles onto a substrate; bonds via plastic deformation without melting. AMPulse tracks 43 companies using Cold Spray as a core technology, ranked below by total funding raised.

Typical materials: aluminum, copper, titanium, stainless steel. Common applications: repair coatings, corrosion protection, dissimilar metal joining.

Hermle Maschinenbau

Develops hybrid 5-axis machines using patented Metal Powder Application (MPA) for high-speed deposition and in-situ machining of large metal components.

Gosheim, GermanyFounded 1938$508.3M (Revenue)

Titomic Limited

Titomic provides industrial-scale metal additive manufacturing solutions using its proprietary Titomic Kinetic Fusion (TKF) technology to produce large, complex metal parts with enhanced mechanical properties.

Huntsville, Alabama, USA (Global Headquarters) with operations in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and EuropeFounded 2014$101.7M

AP&C (Advanced Powders and Coatings)

Producer of plasma atomized spherical metal powders specializing in titanium and other reactive metals, offering high purity powders designed to enhance processability and flowability in additive manufacturing.

Saint-Eustache, Quebec, CanadaFounded 2006$35.0M

Quantum Materials

Develops and manufactures Tetrapod Quantum Dots for medical diagnostics, display lighting, solar cells, and solid-state lighting through patent-pending volume production; also secured 3D printing technology for embedding quantum dots in products for uncopyable anti-counterfeiting identification.

San Marcos, TX, USAFounded 2007$15.5M

5N Plus

Produces high-performance engineered metal powders for additive manufacturing, focusing on cold spray and other AM technologies to serve aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors.

Montreal, Quebec, CanadaFounded 1996$14.4M (Grants) + IPO proceeds

VRC Metal Systems

A veteran-owned global leader in high-pressure cold spray equipment and advanced manufacturing solutions that uses supersonic particle deposition to restore, protect, and rebuild mission-critical metal components without heat, distortion, or costly replacements.

Box Elder, South Dakota, United StatesFounded 2013$13.3M

AMPERE ALLOYS SAS

Specialized distributor of spherical metal powders and wires for additive manufacturing, serving LPBF/SLM, EBM, MBJ, and WAAM processes across Europe with 12 warehouses and 50+ years of powder metallurgy expertise.

Saint-Ouen-l'Aumône, FranceFounded 1967€12.5M

OLMAR

Develops cold spray additive manufacturing systems for aerospace structural components, enabling on-demand repair and production of complex metal parts

Gijón, SpainFounded 1945€12.5M

FerroECOBlast – FerroČrtalič

Develops automated post-processing solutions (e.g., Addiblast) for additive manufacturing parts, including de-powdering, support removal, and surface treatment, reducing manual labor by up to 80%.

Sela pri Dolenjskih Toplicah, SloveniaFounded 1964€7.5M

Ponoko

Online marketplace for on-demand digital manufacturing, enabling users to design and fabricate custom physical products via distributed network of laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC machines, and other fabrication equipment across 13+ global locations.

Oakland, CA, USAFounded 2007$2M

Laser Welding Solutions

Provides laser-based additive manufacturing and surface technology services including laser cladding, hardfacing, and 3D printing for industrial component repair and enhancement.

7542 Fairview St, Houston, TX 77041, USAFounded 2005$1.29M

SPEE3D

SPEE3D offers metal additive manufacturing solutions utilizing its proprietary cold spray process to enable rapid production of metal parts. Their flagship product, WARPSPEE3D, demonstrates this capability.

Darwin, AustraliaFounded 2015$1.28M

Element22

Provides titanium component manufacturing services using sinter-based additive manufacturing technologies like Cold Metal Fusion (CMF) and lithography-based metal manufacturing (LMM), primarily for medical and consumer applications.

Kiel, GermanyFounded 2011€777.8K

HAMR Industries

Provides advanced materials R&D and additive manufacturing services using cold spray, E-PBF, and DED technologies for aerospace, defense, and energy components in extreme environments.

Clinton, PA, USAFounded 2016$728K

GTV Verschleißschutz GmbH

German thermal spray and laser cladding equipment manufacturer with 650+ systems installed worldwide, specializing in wear protection and metal surface engineering for additive manufacturing and industrial post-processing with 30+ years of expertise.

Luckenbach, GermanyFounded 1983$642.0K

UDRI

Provides research, development, and technology transition services in additive manufacturing for defense and aerospace applications, including composite AM, metal LPBF, and cold spray processes.

Dayton, OH, USAFounded 1956$450K

Neue Materialien Bayreuth GmbH

Independent research institution offering industrial-scale R&D, process development, and contract manufacturing services for additive manufacturing materials and technologies across polymers, metals, and composites.

Bayreuth, GermanyFounded 2000$274.4K

Guyson International Ltd

Manufactures blast finishing, ultrasonic cleaning, and spray wash equipment specifically engineered for post-processing additive manufactured parts, including depowdering systems for medical implants and aerospace components.

Skipton, United KingdomFounded 1938$10K

Akribis Systems (Shanghai) Co.,Ltd.

Supplies high-precision direct drive linear motors and multi-axis positioning stages with 20-nanometer resolution for precision manufacturing, semiconductor, and emerging additive manufacturing equipment applications.

Shanghai, ChinaFounded 2004Undisclosed

Mitsui Kinzoku Company, Limited

Spherical copper and copper-chromium alloy powders manufactured via gas atomization for additive manufacturing processes (L-PBF, binder jetting, DLP, cold spray); enables efficient low-power laser sintering (~400W systems) for electronics and industrial metal 3D printing applications

Tokyo, JapanFounded 1950Publicly traded (TSE: 5706); consolidated sales ¥712,344M FY2025

Zhongrui Additive Manufacturing (Shandong) Co., Ltd.

Advanced materials manufacturer specializing in high-entropy alloys, ceramic nano-metals, and tungsten carbide powders for 3D printing, with proprietary nano-carbon graft-polymerization technology.

Yantai, ChinaFounded 2023

Mitsui Kinzoku

Gas-atomized copper and copper-chromium alloy powders optimized for laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) additive manufacturing; achieves full densification with 400W IR laser outputs; complementary ceramic sintering services for complex 3D components.

Tokyo, JapanFounded 1950

ActOn Finishing

Designs and manufactures advanced surface finishing machinery and consumables for post-processing additive manufactured parts, reducing processing times and improving quality.

Coventry, United KingdomFounded 1965$0

U.S. Army

Deploys mobile 3D printing labs and recycling systems for on-demand battlefield production of drone parts and vehicle components, reducing supply chain dependence.

Arlington, VA, USAFounded 1775

ULT AG

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.

Löbau, Saxony, GermanyFounded 1994

SCHLENK

Manufactures ultra-pure copper powders and alloys specifically for additive manufacturing (3D printing), enabling high-performance applications in aerospace, automotive, and electronics.

Barnsdorf, GermanyFounded 1879$0

Valimet, Inc.

Spherical atomized aluminum and aluminum alloy powders for additive manufacturing and cold spray applications; proprietary low-oxygen production process enabling custom alloy compositions.

Stockton, CA, USAFounded 1960$0

DURUM Verschleißschutz GmbH

Manufactures welding consumables and thermal spray equipment (including cold spray) for hard facing and wear protection of industrial components in demanding environments.

Willich, GermanyFounded 1984

Evology MFG

Full-service additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping provider combining DMLS, FDM, SLA, PolyJet, cold spray, and digital sheet metal forming (DSMF) for precision parts from concept to production, targeting aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive sectors.

Waukesha, WI, USAFounded 2022

TBH

Manufactures filter and extraction systems for post-processing in additive manufacturing, ensuring clean air by removing harmful particles from processes like laser welding, cutting, and engraving.

Straubenhardt, GermanyFounded 1992

Opt Lasers

Develops high-quality blue laser diode heads (450 nm, 2-45W) for 3D printers and CNC machines, designed for fast engraving and cutting with minimal maintenance and energy efficiency.

Warsaw, PolandFounded 2014

SAFINA a.s.

Manufacturer of atomized precious and specialty metal powders for additive manufacturing and industrial applications.

Czech RepublicFounded 1860Undisclosed

Schmelzmetall Deutschland GmbH

Manufactures copper-based high-performance alloy powders (HOVADUR®) and provides PBF-LB additive manufacturing services for precision parts in CuCr1Zr, CuNi2SiCr, CuBe2, and CuNiBe alloys, targeting industrial applications requiring superior thermal and electrical conductivity.

Steinfeld-Hausen, GermanyFounded 1959N/A

ECKART GmbH

Manufactures spherical metal powders and high-performance alloys for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) and additive manufacturing, featuring proprietary A20X aluminum alloy (world's strongest for AM) and titanium-aluminum-copper portfolio; produces 500–2,500°C temperature range materials via EIGA and crucible atomization.

Hartenstein, Bavaria, GermanyFounded 1876

3D in Metal

Provides metal additive manufacturing services, equipment distribution, and consulting focused on high-deposition-rate technologies like Cold Spray, WAAM, and AFSD for industrial applications.

Spring, TX, USAFounded 2018

Leering Hengelo B.V.

Develops and manufactures Normfinish abrasive blasting systems for post-processing of 3D printed polymer and metal parts, achieving injection-molding-like surface quality.

Hengelo, NetherlandsFounded 1939Acquired by SurfacePrep

Defiant 3D

Develops the Defiant200 metal 3D printer using proprietary Cold Deposit and Sinter (CDS) technology for stainless steel 316L parts, targeting affordable workshop integration.

Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire, UKFounded 2021

Yamazaki Mazak Corporation

One of the world's largest CNC machine tool manufacturers, offering hybrid multi-tasking machines that integrate Directed Energy Deposition (DED) additive manufacturing with precision subtractive machining in a single platform.

Oguchi, Niwa District, Aichi Prefecture, JapanFounded 1919

Impact Innovations GmbH

Develops high-pressure cold spray systems for industrial metal coating and additive manufacturing, enabling rapid production of dense metal components.

Rattenkirchen, GermanyFounded 2010

Repkon Machine and Tool Industry and Trade Inc.

Designs and manufactures metal forming machines and turn-key production plants, with hybrid cold spray additive manufacturing capabilities for defense and aerospace components.

Istanbul, TurkeyFounded 1978Undisclosed

Mianyang Jiufang Intelligent Equipment Technology Co.,Ltd

Develops ultra-fine powder processing equipment including airflow pulverizers and classifiers for additive manufacturing powder preparation, enabling precise particle size control for metal and ceramic AM materials.

Mianyang, Sichuan, ChinaFounded 2017

Bossard

Provides industrial fastening solutions and additive manufacturing services, leveraging a strategic stake in Ecoparts to deliver metal and polymer 3D printing for prototyping and end-use parts.

Zug, SwitzerlandFounded 1831N/A

A&A Coatings – Printing Machinery Thermal Spray Coating

Provides thermal spray coating services for printing machinery components, extending part life and reducing maintenance costs by applying proprietary coatings like A706 for enhanced durability and performance.

South Plainfield, NJ, USAFounded 1956

Frequently asked questions

What is Cold Spray (CS)?

Cold Spray — supersonic acceleration of metal powder particles onto a substrate; bonds via plastic deformation without melting.

Which companies are leaders in Cold Spray?

Based on funding data tracked by AMPulse as of 2026-05, the top Cold Spray companies include Hermle Maschinenbau, Titomic Limited, AP&C (Advanced Powders and Coatings), Quantum Materials, and 5N Plus. Full list of 43 tracked companies available on this page.

What materials does Cold Spray use?

Cold Spray commonly works with aluminum, copper, titanium, stainless steel.

What industries use Cold Spray?

Primary applications for Cold Spray include repair coatings, corrosion protection, dissimilar metal joining.