Desktop Metal

Desktop Metal, Inc. specializes in additive manufacturing solutions for engineers, designers, and manufacturers across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and heavy industry. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products such as the Production System for industrial manufacturing, the Shop System for metal additive manufacturing in machine and job shops, the Studio System for office-based 3D printing, and the Fiber desktop 3D printer. By focusing on making metal and carbon fiber 3D printing more accessible, Desktop Metal aims to transform the design and production processes from prototyping to mass production. The company serves global markets in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific, with the majority of its revenue generated from the Americas. With significant backing from prominent investors, Desktop Metal continues to build a team of experts in materials science, engineering, and design to advance its innovative technologies.

Ric Fulop

CEO and Chairman

5 past transactions

Shapeways

Post in 2021
Shapeways, Inc. operates a 3D printing marketplace that allows users to create, buy, and sell custom products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, and miniatures. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven and Seattle, the company emphasizes on-demand printing, ensuring that each order is personalized and tailored to individual needs. By providing access to advanced 3D printing technology, Shapeways fosters a community where members can share their designs and launch businesses globally. Its platform aims to make product design more accessible and inspiring, effectively democratizing the creation process.

ExOne

Acquisition in 2021
ExOne specializes in the development, manufacture, and marketing of three-dimensional (3D) printing machines and related products for industrial customers across the globe. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, the company offers a range of additive manufacturing technologies that enable businesses to transition from traditional manufacturing processes to digital solutions. ExOne's product portfolio includes 3D printing machines, consumables, replacement parts, and associated services such as training and technical support. The company primarily serves clients in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific, providing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity in the industrial sector.

Aerosint

Acquisition in 2021
Aerosint, founded in 2016 and based in Liège, Belgium, focuses on advancing additive manufacturing technologies. The company has developed a unique selective powder recoating technology, which employs patterning drums to deposit fine powder voxels in a precise line-by-line manner. This innovative approach allows for the creation of powder layers made up of multiple materials, facilitating multimaterial 3D printing. Aerosint's primary project aims to establish a zero-waste powder bed 3D printing process for high-performance polymers, significantly enhancing efficiency and sustainability in the manufacturing sector.

EnvisionTEC

Acquisition in 2021
EnvisionTEC is a prominent provider of 3D printing solutions focused on the rapid production of customized products across various industries. Established in 1999, the company has developed a comprehensive range of 3D printers, including desktop models and advanced technologies such as continuous digital light manufacturing and selective lamination composite object manufacturing. EnvisionTEC also supplies proprietary materials and replacement parts, along with training and support services. The company's innovative technology is designed to deliver high precision, superior surface quality, and functionality, allowing for the use of diverse materials at competitive production speeds. With a robust portfolio of 18 U.S. and 91 international patents, EnvisionTEC serves a wide array of sectors, including jewelry, dental, hearing aids, consumer goods, and automotive manufacturing.

Make Composites

Acquisition in 2020
Make Composites, Inc. is focused on developing an automated manufacturing process for producing high-performance, continuous fiber-reinforced composite parts. Founded in 2018 and based in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company aims to create low-cost, efficient production methods for small end-use parts. These composite parts serve as alternatives to traditional metallic components, significantly reducing the need for manual labor and expensive tooling. Through its innovative approach, Make Composites enhances manufacturing efficiency while maintaining high performance standards in the production of composite materials.
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