CMMC GmbH
CMMC GmbH develops and produces advanced aluminum matrix composite (AMC) materials for industrial lightweight applications.
About
CMMC GmbH is a German spin-off from Chemnitz University of Technology specializing in the development and industrial-scale production of aluminum matrix composite (AMC) materials. Their patented casting technology enables homogeneous and reproducible AMC materials with tailored properties, making these lightweight, wear-resistant, and sustainable materials available for a broad range of industries—especially automotive, railway, aerospace, robotics, and mechanical engineering. CMMC's mission is to deliver innovative, resource-efficient materials for the future of lightweight construction and to support clients in achieving high-performance, eco-friendly, and economical solutions.
Products & Services
- AMC composite powders for additive manufacturing (3D printing) and coatings
- AMC ingots and bars for foundry processing
- Semi-finished AMC products (rods, blanks, near-net-shape) for forming and mechanical processing
- Custom AMC alloy development with adjustable SiC content and particle size
- Technical consulting and engineering for industrial AMC integration
- Wear protection coatings from AMC powders
- R&D partnership for materials innovation and application development
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Laser-Powder-Bed-Fusion-Process: Processing AMC powder for printed components
- Recycling of AMC materials: AI-supported real-time defect repair
- Hydro-NiCE: High-performance cathodes for alkaline water electrolysis
- Forming AMC materials: Drop-forging pistons and developing formable alloys for lightweight parts
- Bullet resistance testing for defense applications (AMC as lightweight ballistic protection)
Partnerships & Collaborations
- Collaborations with partners from the automotive, railway, and manufacturing industries
- Well-networked with German university landscape
- Joint projects with regional suppliers (DE/EU) for supply chain stability
Awards & Recognition
- TUClab Competition 2020 (Chemnitz University of Technology) winner
- FutureSax Saxon Founder Award 2024: Top 10 finalist
- Singapore SLINGSHOT 2024: Top 50 Deep Tech Startups worldwide
- Korean Startup Grand Challenge 2025: Top 40 international startups