Fluent Metal has emerged with $5.5M in funding to propel liquid metal printing into industrial reality. Their drop-on-demand technology promises efficient, scalable production of high-value metal components, offering unparalleled process control and material versatility.
Their process addresses longstanding barriers in metal additive manufacturing, promising a sustainable, single-step process with minimal waste. The technology’s compatibility with various metals, including refractories, opens avenues for diverse applications across industries.
Led by CEO Peter Schmitt, Fluent Metal aims to redefine metal additive manufacturing, offering cost-effective solutions that empower innovation. Their approach streamlines operations, eliminating the need for extensive safety measures and enabling rapid material changeovers, ensuring higher machine uptime and operational efficiency.
Fluent Metal’s functional approach allows intricate combinations of high-value metals, unlocking unprecedented properties and facilitating the creation of complex geometries. Its operational efficiency and sustainability align with evolving industry demands for leaner, environmentally friendly manufacturing processes.
Backed by industry veterans and venture capital, Fluent Metal is poised to revolutionize industrial manufacturing. As global supply chains evolve, their technology offers designers, engineers, and technologists the tools to reimagine production capabilities, driving creativity and efficiency.
“As the manufacturing industry evolves in response to the changing needs of global supply chains and sustainability demands, we need novel approaches to drive creativity and expand our collective conception about what’s possible,” said Philip Liang, Managing Partner, E15.
“In the near term, Fluent Metal will spark the imagination of designers, engineers, and technologists to consider how rapid, on-demand production of custom metal parts could transform their capabilities. At scale, this approach will revolutionize the entire footprint and direction of industrial manufacturing.”
With Fluent Metal’s launch, the manufacturing landscape stands on the brink of transformation. Visit their website to explore contract manufacturing opportunities and stay updated on forthcoming product offerings.
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