Trumpf sells 3D printing business

The private equity fund Lenbach Equity Opportunities III (LEO III Fund), advised by the Dubag Group and specialized in corporate carve-outs, is acquiring Trumpf's additive manufacturing business. Specifically, this involves the Laser Metal Fusion (LMF) and Powder Bed Fusion (PBF/LPBF) business. The Laser Metal Deposition division appears to remain with Trumpf.

The new company will be managed from the existing development and production site in Schio, Italy. The teams in Ditzingen (Germany) and Plymouth (USA), which were previously responsible for the 3D printing business, will also be completely taken over - including all employment relationships.

The familiar brand presence with "Trumpf" and "TruPrint" will remain in place for the time being. Once the takeover has been completed, the company will gradually rebrand under its own name and brand.

The new group of companies aims to position itself as an international technology leader in metallic 3D printing - with a clear focus on holistic solutions that go beyond the mere supply of machines: from application consulting, process development and automation to integration into existing production chains.

The spin-off is intended to streamline internal processes in order to be able to respond more quickly and specifically to customer requirements worldwide. The main targets are OEMs and their suppliers in the aerospace and medical technology sectors. However, specialized contract manufacturers that focus on industrial series production in metal 3D printing are also in focus. The future market strategy is geared towards four main sectors: Aerospace, medical technology, dental technology and general industry.

Sebastian Stalter, Director at Dubag Group, comments: "We are very proud to have received the trust of a family-run high-tech company like Trumpf and to have been selected as a partner in a competitive M&A process. We look forward to working with the management and employees in Schio, Ditzingen and Plymouth. Together we want to establish a leading, innovative solution provider in the field of metal 3D printing."

Matthias Himmelsbach, Managing Director Additive Manufacturing at Trumpf, adds: "We welcome the LEO III Fund, advised by the Dubag Group, as the new owner of our additive manufacturing business. With the Dubag Group, we have found a partner with whom we can further develop our product and consulting portfolio in a focused manner, take advantage of growth opportunities and successfully lead it into a sustainable future."

The completion of the transaction is subject to the approval of the relevant authorities and the fulfillment of all contractually agreed conditions.