Brazilian chemical company Braskem has announced that it has acquired materials manufacturer taulman3D. taulman3D is a specialist in 3D printing filament made from nylon, recycled PETG and PET.
The acquisition of taulman3D is a perfect complement to Braskem’s existing portfolio of next-generation filaments (Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Carbon Fiber, Glass Fiber & Recycled Polymers), pellets, and powders designed specifically for 3D printing applications.
Founded in 2012, taulman3D is trusted by thousands of professionals around the world and offers a wide portfolio of filaments and polymers designed to address specific and varying customer applications. taulman3D products are available worldwide, through a variety of exceptional distributors on 6 continents. taulman3D’s headquarters, research, and development as well as production and distribution facilities are in Linton, Indiana.
Jason Vagnozzi, Global Commercial Director of Additive Manufacturing, Braskem commented, “Braskem’s acquisition of taulman3D brings a high-quality 3D filament producer with a globally diversified client list and a highly complementary product portfolio. With projections for the 3D printing industry expected to grow from $15 billion today to $78 billion by 2030 – growing at an estimated 20% CAGR – we see enhanced opportunities to serve this rapidly growing demand. Today’s acquisition doubles Braskem’s market share in the additive manufacturing market and further accelerates our growth strategy.”
Zach Lichaa, taulman3D President stated, “We’re extremely proud to have built one of the leading 3d printing businesses in the world over the last decade, with private and public sector clients in dozens of countries. Braskem’s significant research and development resources and their world-class production teams will enable us to serve our clients with even greater focus and product innovation as additive manufacturing becomes increasingly engrained in global supply chains.”
Find out more about taulman3D at taulman3d.com.
For more inforrmation about Braskem, please visit braskem.com.br.
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