What Really Matters: Materials
Together with 3D software, materials are a key ingredient to unlocking the full potential of 3D printing for manufacturing. Larger material companies are now investing significantly to cater to the rapid adoption and evolution of 3D printing technologies. Thus the AM industry drives the development of new materials which can offer better performances and also higher degrees of sustainability.

3D printing materials include four major families. Polymers refer to thermopolymers, which react to heat by melting, and photopolymers which react to light by hardening. To a lesser extent, 3D printable polymers also include silicones, and thermosets, which solidify when heated. Metals include pure metals (such as steel, iron titanium, aluminum, nickel). In addition they can include precious metals as well as a new superalloys. These are available for 3D printing in powder form or – in some cases – in wire form.

Other materials with great potential for 3D printing include advanced ceramics, like zirconia and alumina or traditional silica sand. Finally, 3D printing technologies and material manufacturers can focus specifically on composites. This family of materials includes carbon fiber and glass fiber with polymer matrices. Composites in 3D printing can take many forms.

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Founded in 2017 by veterans of the aerospace and defense markets, Metal Powder Works provides advanced manufacturing customers with high-quality powders through our unique DirectPowder™ process, representing the first invention in powder manufacturing in over 50 years.
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sindlehauser materials
Since 1995, Sindlhauser Materials has been supplying industrial companies all over the world with a wide variety of coating materials such as sputtering targets made of oxide and non-oxide ceramics or bonded rare earths. The company also supports industrial companies in using plasma technology for the coating of a wide range of products.
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eckart
AMspheres, ECKART’s new umbrella brand, offers a wide range of metal powders and alloys for 3 D printing. Our set-up consisting of several EIGA and crucible atomizers enables us to atomize alloys in a temperature range of 500°C to 2,500°C. 
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alloy wire
Alloy Wire International is a world leading manufacturer of precision drawn round wire, flat wire, profile wire, bars and wire rope in more than 60 different ‘High Performance’ nickel alloys, also known as ‘Exotic’ alloys.
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superspark
Super Spark International specializes in the VIGA production of 3D printing metal powder that meets the AS9100D aerospace standard.
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POC Lab. develops and manufactures high performance resins for 3D printers (LCD/DLP/SLA)
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hlpowder
Hunan Hualiu New Materials Co.,Ltd is a national high-tech enterprise which specializing in the development and production of gas atomized alloy powder. HLPOWDER provides high-quality products and services for the whole world.
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globe metal
Globe Metal has specialized in Recycling Tungsten Carbide, High-Speed Steel, Nickel, Molybdenum, Cobalt, Tantalum, Thermal Spray, Catalysts, Metal Powder, and Sludge.
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Based on its extended expertise with 2-component castable PU resins, SYNTHENE has formulated a new line of high-performance resins adapted to 3D printing technologies.
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avimetal
Avimetal Powder Metallurgy Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. was founded by aviation material experts at the end of 2015. With liquid metal atomization near net forming technology as the core, it carries out additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, powder metallurgy equipment and other businesses, and is committed to the R&D and manufacturing of aerospace and digital medical additive manufacturing materials and parts.
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Nonferrous metal smelting is the headstream of all businesses operated by Mitsui Kinzoku. We provide materials that serve as the foundation of industries with a high level of productivity that reflects our century-long history. Additionally, our nonferrous metal recycling business forms the core of our commitment to improve the environment on a global level.
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VSF
High productivity manufacturing of large thermoplastic parts combining 3D printing and 5 axis machining
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3rd Axis Pty Ltd is an advanced manufacturing company incorporated in Australia in January 2019.
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Fortis3D
Fortis3D™ is a Canadian start-up comprised of a small but dedicated team of engineers and scientists committed to crafting materials for the additive manufacturing world. With a background in polymer engineering we develop and produce premium materials in-house for you to bring your ideas to life. Our stringent manufacturing and quality control process ensures only the highest quality filaments are shipped. We are always improving our products and developing new materials to suit your needs.
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krauuss
KraussMaffei is one of the world's leading manufacturers of machines and systems for producing and processing plastics and rubber. Our range of products and services covers all technologies in injection molding, extrusion and reaction process machinery.
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3D3
3D3 is a dental 3D printing brand developed in Singapore to provide digital dentistry solutions to modern dental practice.
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Fortius metals
Fortius provides next-generation wire alloys for large format metal 3D printing and robotic welding, enabling stronger, lighter fabrication.
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alpha powders
Polish startup, operating on the verge of additive manufacturing, chemical technology and materials engineering.
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cloud
Cloud Factory helps creators, brands, and artists launch their personal branded jewelry merchandise.
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spherecube
SphereCube 3D printing technology able to process continuously-reinforced high performance composites for next gen mold-less environmentally friendly production.
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