AM Ventures

Fortius Metals specializes in the manufacturing of wire alloys designed for large-format metal 3D printing and robotic welding. The company produces high-performance welding wire that addresses the challenges of hot tearing and hot cracking, allowing for the welding of traditionally unweldable aluminum alloys, including 1xxx, 2xxx, 6xxx, and 7xxx series. By utilizing reactive additive manufacturing technology, Fortius Metals supports advanced manufacturing processes tailored to the aerospace, defense, and electric vehicle sectors. Its patented welding alloys enable stronger and lighter fabrications, assisting clients in developing next-generation products that meet the increasing demands of these industries.

Fortius Metals specializes in the manufacturing of wire alloys designed for large-format metal 3D printing and robotic welding. The company produces high-performance welding wire that addresses the challenges of hot tearing and hot cracking, allowing for the welding of traditionally unweldable aluminum alloys, including 1xxx, 2xxx, 6xxx, and 7xxx series. By utilizing reactive additive manufacturing technology, Fortius Metals supports advanced manufacturing processes tailored to the aerospace, defense, and electric vehicle sectors. Its patented welding alloys enable stronger and lighter fabrications, assisting clients in developing next-generation products that meet the increasing demands of these industries.

Additive Drives GmbH, founded in 2020 and located in Halsbrücke, Germany, specializes in the development and manufacturing of electric motor components through 3D printing technology. The company focuses on producing high-performance copper windings, including single coil and hairpin configurations, which are essential for enhancing the efficiency and performance of electric motors. By utilizing 3D printing processes for both copper and aluminum, Additive Drives aims to reduce losses and improve thermal coupling in electric motor applications, particularly benefiting electric vehicle manufacturers seeking to optimize their electric machines.

Elementum 3D, Inc. is an additive manufacturing research and development company based in Erie, Colorado, founded in 2014. It specializes in the production of advanced metals, composites, and ceramics specifically for the 3D printing industry. The company manufactures a range of products including aluminum metal-matrix composites, tungsten, copper, nickel, steel, nickel titanium materials, and cemented carbide. These materials are designed to withstand high loads while maintaining essential properties such as conductivity, resistance to abrasion, heat, oxidation, and corrosion. Elementum 3D aims to address the growing demand within the printing industry by providing high-quality materials that enhance performance and reliability.