Additive Manufacturing Strategy Advisory

Additive Manufacturing Strategy Advisory

Mission

Our goal is to enable our customers to successfully integrate Additive Manufacturing into their business to sustainably benefit from the  technology.

Supplier

Qualification Support
Business Identification
Go-To-Market Strategy
Market Positioning

Investor and Start‑up

Market Intelligence
Business Model Development
Due Dilligence
Matchmaking

User

Operational Excellence
Academy and Training
Technology Studies
AM Strategy

 

Additive Manufacturing Consulting Approach

Grow your Additive Manufacturing business

Over the years, the AMPOWER team developed a unique Additive Manufacturing consulting approach. AM tech companies rely on AMPOWERs combined top down and bottom-up methodology to seize market opportunities and become market leaders in their segments. Additive Manufacturing consulting by AMPOWER is always focused on the added value for end users generated by the AM technology. Following the mantra of adding value, the AMPOWER team has built up extensive know-how of the major AM user segments, their requirements, and their production strategies. Combined with a global network of C-level stakeholders in the industry, AMPOWER is the ideal partner for AM tech companies to become successful leaders in their industry.

Learn about our 3D Printing Consulting Approach

  • The team unites more than 40 years industrial AM experience

  • Proprietary first hand market data with AMPOWER Report

  • Vast global network of AM users and suppliers

  • Added value oriented Additive Manufacturing consulting approach

  • Global C-Level on demand expert network

  • More than 250 international Additive Manufacturing consulting projects

Knowledge

Market and Technology Studies

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Impact of AI in AM

The study analyzes around 50 AI solutions to provide a factual assessment of their current technological maturity and commercial impact across the AM production chain.

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Tool steel

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Addressable Market Metal AM

Advancements in Photopolymer AM

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Impact of AI in AM

The study analyzes around 50 AI solutions to provide a factual assessment of their current technological maturity and commercial impact across the AM production chain.

Wire Laser and Wire Arc DED

The study independently tested nine wire DED technologies to deliver a comprehensive assessment of their technological maturity and commercial parameters.
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Tool steel

The study provides a state-of-the-art overview of tool steel processing using AM technologies. Overall, 8 different tool steels and 18 process and material combinations are studied.
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Addressable Market Metal AM

In this study, AMPOWER presents an objective and independent analysis beyond the current AMPOWER Report data. By analyzing nine material groups in seven industries, AMPOWER shows how decreasing production costs can increase the potential metal AM market.

Advancements in Photopolymer AM

AMPOWER challenges the maturity of AM Photopolymer technologies and benchmarks several systems in terms of material properties, productivity, economical and sustainability aspects.
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Copper Additive Manufacturing

Out of the 20 different metal AM technologies AMPOWER categorizes today, vendors of half a dozen technologies have introduced processing of copper and another half a dozen researches the use. AMPOWER assessed the maturity, productivity and cost structure.
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Composite Additive Manufacturing

Processing of composite materials is a fast growing field within the field of Additive Manufacturing. Today, more than 19 companies develop technology to offer solutions that enable 3D printed components made from composite materials and continuous fibers.
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Cost of Additive Manufacturing

AMPOWER conducted a market study on actual costs in Additive Manufacturing to provide an overview on the status quo and to answer several key questions. Firstly, how much does AM cost internally and externally today, how will these costs develop in the future?
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Direct Energy Deposition

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.
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Hot Isostatic Pressing Of Titanium AM Parts

To advance the knowledge on HIP treatments for AM parts, while enhancing AM specific material properties, AMPOWER investigates and optimizes HIP cycles for LB-, EB-PBF and BJT in this study.
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Surface Finish

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.
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Sinter-based technologies

In this study, AMPOWER presents an objective and independent view on the current capabilities of sinter-based AM technologies compared with LB-PBF and metal injection molding (MIM). By analyzing over 50 specimens from 9 different system suppliers, AMPOWER is revealing the characteristics of the different technologies.
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Additive Manufacturing Consulting for investors

Analyzing the true potential and seize market opportunities

The fast-growing Additive Manufacturing industry offers unique investment opportunities. The Additive Manufacturing consulting expertise of AMPOWER helps investors navigate through the variety of technologies, applications, and markets. Based on a proprietary market report which is released every year, the AMPOWER team is equipped with firsthand market information and can assess addressable markets for every Additive Manufacturing technology. In the past years, AMPOWER has built up a vast and global network of industry experts, supply chain representatives and major technology users. Alongside this market and network capabilities, the Additive Manufacturing consulting work is backed by numerous tools and methodologies, developed over the years. Proven and continuously improved tools for cost calculations, market assessment, carbon footprint calculations and application screenings enable the AMPOWER team to provide its clients with firsthand information to make the right decisions in any investment opportunity.

Publications

AMPOWER Insights

Additive Manufacturing in Defense

Volume 16

Polymer Additive Manufacturing Sustainability

Volume 15
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Metal Binder Jetting Implementation

Volume 14

Venture Capital in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 13
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Additive Manufacturing Part Cost and Pricing

Volume 12

New polymer Additive Manufacturing technologies

Volume 11
3d printing metal sustainability

Sustainability of Metal Additive Manufacturing

Volume 10

Additive Manufacturing Startups

Volume 9

Design guideline for sinter-based Additive Manufacturing

Volume 8

Material Performance Optimization of AM Titanium

Volume 7 Part 1

New and Upcoming Metal AM Technologies

Volume 6

Quality Management and Best Practices in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 4

Successful Additive Manufacturing of Automotive Components

Volume 2
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Additive Manufacturing in Defense

Volume 16

Polymer Additive Manufacturing Sustainability

Volume 15
metal binder jetting additive manufacturing

Metal Binder Jetting Implementation

Volume 14

Venture Capital in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 13
additive manufacturing pricing

Additive Manufacturing Part Cost and Pricing

Volume 12

New polymer Additive Manufacturing technologies

Volume 11
3d printing metal sustainability

Sustainability of Metal Additive Manufacturing

Volume 10

Additive Manufacturing Startups

Volume 9

Design guideline for sinter-based Additive Manufacturing

Volume 8

Material Performance Optimization of AM Titanium

Volume 7 Part 1

New and Upcoming Metal AM Technologies

Volume 6

Quality Management and Best Practices in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 4

Successful Additive Manufacturing of Automotive Components

Volume 2
PreviousNext

Additive Manufacturing in Defense

Volume 16

Polymer Additive Manufacturing Sustainability

Volume 15
metal binder jetting additive manufacturing

Metal Binder Jetting Implementation

Volume 14

Venture Capital in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 13
additive manufacturing pricing

Additive Manufacturing Part Cost and Pricing

Volume 12

New polymer Additive Manufacturing technologies

Volume 11
3d printing metal sustainability

Sustainability of Metal Additive Manufacturing

Volume 10

Additive Manufacturing Startups

Volume 9

Design guideline for sinter-based Additive Manufacturing

Volume 8

Material Performance Optimization of AM Titanium

Volume 7 Part 1

New and Upcoming Metal AM Technologies

Volume 6

Quality Management and Best Practices in Additive Manufacturing

Volume 4

Successful Additive Manufacturing of Automotive Components

Volume 2
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All AMPOWER Insights

AMPOWER Report 2026

Management Summary

The leading market report on Additive Manufacturing.

Additive Manufacturing consulting for user

Consulting services for Users of Additive Manufacturing

AMPOWER offers a dedicated Additive Manufacturing consulting service for user of the technology. Become a successful user of Additive Manufacturing by implementing a best-in-class production at your company. AMPOWER supports you along your journey to utilize the full potential of the Additive Manufacturing technology and turn its use into a profitable business. Our Additive Manufacturing consulting service offers to develop a precise strategy. A focus on the most suitable Additive Manufacturing technology is inevitable to be successful. By challenging your business model and providing in-depth market knowledge and scenarios AMPOWER supports you in developing a successful Additive Manufacturing strategy based on reliable data. Our Additive Manufacturing consulting service for user also incudes operational excellence programs. A successful Additive Manufacturing production must comply with internal and external requirements and quality standards. AMPOWER advises and supports you in your journey from selecting and installing the right AM equipment, establishing a robust process and quality management documentation all way to the ramp-up of a best-in-class serial production.

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Additive Manufacturing business model canvas

Additive Manufacturing Consulting for suppliers

Become a successful supplier by recognizing and utilizing the added value

The AMPOWER Additive Manufacturing consultancy service helps you to understand your market environment and to know your competition. Understanding the current market position is vital to compete as a successful supplier in the Additive Manufacturing industry. AMPOWER provides independent economical and technical assessment of the AM landscape to identify opportunities for your way forward. Recognize the needs of your customer. Your Additive Manufacturing products and services must comply with your customer’s requirements. AMPOWER advises you on industry specific standards in Additive Manufacturing and supports you to meet with your customer’s requirements. This will enable you and your customers to quickly qualify supplied Additive Manufacturing products and services. Develop your value proposition with AMPOWER support. A precise strategy highlighting your strength, addressing the industry’s pain points and meeting your customers requirements is essential to be successful in the Additive Manufacturing market. The AMPOWER Additive Manufacturing consulting service supports developing a successful strategy specifically tailored to the needs of the Additive Manufacturing market and your customers.

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What our customers say

“AMPOWER’s independent technology know-how is unique on the market. Through our cooperation, we are able to address the Additive Manufacturing market in Asia with a great deal of knowledge.”
C. Michael Illies
Managing Partner, ILLIES GROUP
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