Holdson
The startup specializes in electroform technology for the post-processing of metal 3D-printed components, providing essential training, technical support, and maintenance services. This enables the automotive and medical industries to produce high-performance, sustainable components that meet stringent safety and reliability standards.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Hardware
- Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
Funding
Raised to date
$780KRaised 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
Metal 3D-printed components often require post-processing to achieve desired surface finishes, durability, and performance, but current polishing methods are frequently costly and time-consuming. This creates a bottleneck in additive manufacturing workflows, hindering the production of high-performance parts.
Solution
Holdson addresses the limitations of traditional post-processing with its Electroform technology, an electrochemical polishing solution for metal 3D-printed components. This patented process is up to six times faster than alternative automated methods, improving the surface finish of additive manufactured parts. The technology employs a patent-pending dynamic electrode, enabling real-time adjustments to the surface improvement process based on the unique geometry of each part. Machine learning-fueled fluid dynamics optimize electrolyte flow and process parameters, resulting in a consistent and precise surface finish. Holdson's electrochemical polishing process removes material only at specific locations, allowing for optimal precision in surface polishing and meaning that the shape of the material is not affected.
Target Audience
Holdson's primary customers are manufacturers in the automotive, medical, aerospace, and nuclear industries who utilize metal 3D printing and require efficient, high-precision surface finishing solutions.
Features
- Electrochemical polishing for various metals, including stainless steels, aluminum, titanium, nickel alloys, copper, and tungsten
- Up to 90% reduction in surface roughness in under 5 minutes
- Patent-pending dynamic electrode for real-time process adjustments
- Machine learning-fueled fluid dynamics for optimized electrolyte flow
- Three machine models (EF-150, EF-300, EF-500, EF-700) with varying current outputs and component volume capacities
- Recyclable consumables and electrolytes for reduced environmental impact
- Clean, non-hazardous waste management system
- Optional machine rental