Fluent Metal is developing a single-step liquid metal 3D printing technology that enables the production of complex metal parts with minimal setup costs and no waste. This process supports a wide range of metals and alloys, facilitating efficient prototyping and production while reducing energy consumption and operational variability.
Funding
$3.2M 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.
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Product
Problem
Existing metal 3D printing methods often involve multi-step processes, high setup costs, and material waste, limiting accessibility and efficiency for prototyping and production. Laser-based systems require powder handling, while other techniques may struggle with material diversity and scalability.
Solution
Fluent Metal is developing a single-step, liquid metal 3D printing technology that directly converts metal wire into complex parts, reducing setup costs and minimizing waste. The process supports a broad range of metals and alloys, including refractories, enabling efficient prototyping and production runs. By eliminating the need for lasers and powder, the technology simplifies operations, reduces energy consumption, and facilitates quick material changeovers. This approach offers a more sustainable and scalable solution for metal additive manufacturing.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers, engineers, and researchers seeking efficient and cost-effective solutions for metal prototyping and production, particularly those working with diverse materials or requiring sustainable manufacturing processes.
Features
- Single-step process converting metal wire directly into finished parts
- Support for a wide range of metals and alloys, including refractory materials
- Low setup and facility costs compared to traditional metal 3D printing
- Elimination of powder handling, reducing safety concerns and material waste
- Scalable architecture suitable for both prototyping and production
- Reduced energy consumption compared to laser-based systems
- Rapid material changeover capabilities