Braskem announced the acquisition of taulman3D, a leading 3D filament supplier of nylon, recycled PETG, and PET filaments to aerospace, automotive, healthcare, industrial, government and higher education professionals worldwide.

The company stated that the acquisition is complementary to its existing portfolio of next-generation filaments (like PE, PP, carbon fiber, glass fiber and recycled polymers), pellets, and powders designed specifically for 3D printing applications.

Braskem acquires taulman3D to expand its portfolio of materials for additive manufacturing applications.

Founded in 2012, taulman3D offers a wide portfolio of filaments and polymers designed to address specific and varying customer applications. Its headquarters, R&D and production and distribution facilities are in Linton, Indiana.

"Braskem's acquisition of taulman3D brings a high-quality 3D filament producer with a globally diversified client list and a highly complementary product portfolio," Jason Vagnozzi, Global Commercial Director of Additive Manufacturing, Braskem, commented. "Today's acquisition doubles Braskem's market share in the additive manufacturing market and further accelerates our growth strategy."

"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," Zach Lichaa, taulman3D President, stated.