This startup develops antibacterial nanomaterials by modifying polylactic acid with copper salt additives for 3D printing medical applications. Their technology aims to create antimicrobial objects that help reduce hospital-acquired infections in healthcare facilities.
Funding
$5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) pose a significant risk to patient health and increase healthcare costs due to the presence of bacteria on medical devices and surfaces. Traditional materials used in 3D printing for medical applications lack antimicrobial properties, contributing to the spread of these infections.
Solution
Copper3D develops and provides antimicrobial 3D printing materials designed to reduce the risk of HAIs. Their core technology centers around modifying polymers, such as polylactic acid (PLA) and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), with a patented copper nanoparticle additive called Cuprionix. This results in filaments and resins that can be used in standard 3D printers to create objects with inherent antimicrobial properties. These materials have been validated by international laboratories to eliminate a broad spectrum of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Copper3D's materials are suitable for a range of medical applications, including surgical instruments, prostheses, wound dressings, and personalized surgical guides.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes medical device manufacturers, hospitals, healthcare providers, and researchers seeking to create antimicrobial medical devices and personalized solutions using 3D printing.
Features
- Cuprionix: Patented copper nanoparticle additive providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties
- PLACTIVE: PLA-based filament with up to 99.99% effectiveness against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli
- MDflex: TPU-based filament with antimicrobial properties and flexibility
- Glaciarys AR3: High-resolution resin for 3D printing surgical guides and medical devices, sterilizable in hydrogen peroxide (Sterrad)
- ISO 10993 biocompatibility
- FDA and EPA registered facility
- Scientifically validated by international laboratories, universities, and hospitals
- Customizable designs for personalized medicine applications