Chad Conroy

Optomec

Optomec Inc., headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a recognized leader in the field of Additive Manufacturing with a revolutionary approach that has proven advantages in reducing cost, improving functionality, and shortening time to market. The Company has invested more than $ 35 million in the development of 3D Additive Manufacturing systems that provide lower costs and functional benefits over conventional production methods. Optomec Aerosol Jet printers are used in the development and fabrication of next generation microelectronic devices. The unique ability to print electronics directly onto 3D surfaces makes Aerosol Jet an ideal solution for reducing device size and weight. Optomec industry-leading LENS 3D printers are used to cost-effectively fabricate, enhance, and repair high-performance metal components in state-of-the-art materials such as titanium, stainless steel, and Inconel®. Both system offerings add to the "Optomec Advantage". Optomec printers directly print real end-user parts with materials such as structural metals, conductive metals, and other high value functional materials. Optomec 3D Additive Manufacturing systems are designed to work in harmony within existing production processes. Optomec has over 100 employees and holds 35 patents. Optomec has more than 175 marquee customers around the world, targeting production applications in the Electronics, Energy, Life Sciences, the Internet of Things, and Aerospace industries. Optomec's leadership position has been independently recognized by: • Industry Week – Top 25 Technologies of the Year Award • Department of Defense – Defense Manufacturing Excellence Award • IDTECHEx – Printed Electronics Award for Academic R&D • IDTECHEx – Printed Electronics Award for Technical Development in Manufacturing • Frost & Sullivan – Enabling Technology of the Year Award • Department of Commerce – Region VI – Exporter of the Year Award