Founded in 2017, State College’s Xact Metal makes metal powder-bed fusion 3D printers designed to bring laser-based additive manufacturing within reach of more manufacturers. Its first printer shipped in 2019, and the company now builds the configurable XM200G family, including a micro-printing variant, while developing the larger XM300G series. Based at Penn State’s Innovation Park, Xact Metal supports customers through a partner network spanning more than 40 countries.
Colibrium AdditiveAs a GE Aerospace company, Colibrium Additive develops metal additive-manufacturing systems, powders and services, with a focus on helping manufacturers move designs into production. Its portfolio spans laser and electron-beam powder-bed-fusion printers, while its AP&C business supplies metal powders developed for additive manufacturing. The company also operates AddWorks engineering and consulting services and offers customer training through Colibrium Additive Academy at company and customer sites worldwide.WEST CHESTER, OH
Metal Powder WorksFounded in 2017 by aerospace and defense veterans, Pittsburgh-headquartered Metal Powder Works makes metal powders for additive manufacturing and other advanced applications. Its patented DirectPowder™ process converts premium bar stock into powder through a room-temperature, no-melt method designed for high yield while preserving the feedstock’s microstructure and properties. The company was named Material Company of the Year at the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards.CLINTON, PA
M2 Additive Manufacturing LLCFounded in 2018 by three Penn State engineering graduates, M2 Additive Manufacturing provides 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and product-development support from its Butler, Pennsylvania facility. The family business is especially known for developing and patenting the BeltXTruder, a technology for printing extremely flexible filaments, while helping inventors and manufacturers move projects from early concepts to working parts. M2 keeps its manufacturing and prototyping work in the United States and serves clients across Western Pennsylvania, the Ohio Valley, and beyond.BUTLER, PA