Additive manufacturing is not a novel concept, but Trio Lab's groundbreaking micro-scale metal additive manufacturing technology has established a new benchmark for precision, speed, cost-effectiveness, and quality, specifically catering to parts less than 1/14th the diameter of a penny. The Resin Infused Powder Lithography (RIPL) process, exclusive to Trio Labs, utilizes standard metal injection molding powders to produce high precision, 99% dense metal parts in substantial volumes. These parts exhibit a Ra32 native surface finish, with tolerances as precise as 0.0005" and a remarkable 5-micron resolution (0.0002”). Following seven years of development, backed by 10 granted patents, 50 pending patents, and over 200 anticipated patents, Trio is poised to enter the market. The company's design flexibility empowers product design to transcend traditional machining and molds, enabling rapid problem-centric design rather than process-centric design. CEO Adam Steege elaborates on the challenges associated with designing and manufacturing highly precise, extremely small metal parts for MedTech, presenting Trio's innovative solution. He provides insights into their scaling strategy, competitive advantages, and a durable value proposition.
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