DSB Technologies
DSB Technologies is a privately held custom powder metal parts manufacturer operating from a 250,000 sq ft facility in Janesville, Wisconsin, serving enterprise OEMs in automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets with press and sinter, MIM, and metal binder jetting technologies.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1957
- HeadquartersJanesville, United States
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What DSB Technologies does
DSB Technologies is a privately held metallurgical solutions provider headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, operating from a 250,000 sq ft facility with a workforce of 400+ technical experts. The company traces its origins to the 1957 Panoramic sintering division of the Parker Pen Company, became SSI Technologies in 1980, spun off as SSI Sintered Specialties in 2019, and rebranded to DSB Technologies in May 2022 to reflect an expanded technology portfolio.
DSB manufactures custom powder metal components across three forming technology platforms: CNC Press Technology (powder metallurgy press and sinter), Metal Injection Molding (MIM), and Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ) additive manufacturing. The company operates what it describes as North America's largest installed capacity of continuous high-temperature sintering furnaces (32 HT furnaces above 2200°F), processes approximately 8 million pounds of metal powder annually (roughly 90% stainless steel grades), and produces 100M+ parts per year. Capabilities include proprietary non-traditional MIM feedstock enabling parts over 100 grams with 8-11% shrinkage, the world's largest metal binder jet printer (Desktop Metal X160Pro), and in-house secondary machining and automation. Sintered metal filters and porous products in 800+ geometries round out the catalog.
The business model is contract manufacturing of custom components sold to enterprise OEMs under quote-based, multi-year agreements. Pricing is determined by part complexity, material selection, and volume (minimum 25,000 pieces for sintered filters); MBJ prototyping is offered on a 2-4 week turnaround pay-as-you-go basis. DSB sells directly through regional offices in Novi, Michigan (North America) and Denmark (Europe) with stated coverage in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. End markets are automotive (primary), medical, aerospace, defense, industrial, and consumer electronics. Certifications include ISO 9001, ISO 14001 (since 2011), IATF 16949, and an EcoVadis Committed Badge valid through March 2027.
DSB Technologies firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- DSB Technologies
- Legal name
- DSB Technologies
- Website
- https://dsbtech.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1957
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- DSB Technologies is a privately held custom powder metal parts manufacturer operating from a 250,000 sq ft facility in Janesville, Wisconsin, serving enterprise OEMs in automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets with press and sinter, MIM, and metal binder jetting technologies.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
DSB Technologies industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Powder Metallurgy Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing (332117), Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3329)
- SIC
- Metal Forgings & Stampings (3460), Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products (3490)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Metal 3D Printing Service Bureaus (SLM/DMLS, EBM, Binder Jetting) (IMAAADAB)
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Where DSB Technologies is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Janesville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
DSB Technologies business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Powder Metal Parts Manufacturing: DSB Technologies generates revenue through manufacturing custom powder metal components using three forming technologies: Press and Sinter, Metal Injection Molding, and Metal Binder Jetting. Revenue is derived from part production contracts with minimum order quantities (25,000 pieces for filters), prototyping services, and ongoing production relationships with manufacturers.
- Metal Binder Jetting Prototyping Services: Provides rapid prototyping services for metal binder jetting with turnaround times of 2-4 weeks depending on specifications. Customers submit print-ready solid models for prototype development.
- Secondary Operations and Machining: Additional revenue streams from secondary machining, post-sinter manufacturing including milling, turning, tapping, and surface finishing operations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom Manufacturing Quote |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Metal Binder Jetting Prototyping |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
DSB Technologies product offering
Product offeringCore offering
DSB Technologies is a custom powder metal parts manufacturer producing complex metal components through three forming technologies: Powder Metallurgy Press and Sinter, Metal Injection Molding (MIM), and Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ) additive manufacturing. The company operates North America's largest high-temperature sintering capacity and complements part manufacturing with sintered metal filters and porous products, custom material development, CNC press technology, and secondary machining services for aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, industrial, and consumer electronics manufacturers.
Product overview
DSB Technologies is a metallurgical solutions provider offering three core forming technology platforms: CNC Press Technology (powder metallurgy compaction and sintering), Metal Injection Molding (MIM), and Metal Binder Jetting (metal 3D printing/additive manufacturing). These are complemented by high-temperature sintering services (the largest capacity in North America), sintered metal filters and porous products, and material development for custom blends. The company operates from a 250,000 square foot facility in Janesville, Wisconsin with over 400 technical experts serving aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, industrial, medical, and sports equipment markets.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Powder Metallurgy Press and Sinter High-volume production of complex metal components through advanced powder-metal compaction, supported by a broad fleet of CNC-controlled presses, in-house automation, and precision press technology for multi-level and challenging geometries. Designed for enterprise manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, industrial, and consumer electronics.
- Metal Injection Molding (MIM) Manufacturing process combining injection molding with powder metallurgy to produce strong, complex metal components with low part variability and reduced secondary machining operations. Features automated molding cells and advanced feedstock options enabling production of parts greater than 100 grams with 8-11% shrinkage (vs 16-20% traditional). Targets enterprise manufacturers needing complex geometries with high strength and tight tolerances.
- Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ) End-to-end additive manufacturing process using binder jetting technology to produce complex powder metal applications with state-of-the-art binder jetting systems, substantial high-temperature sintering capacity (32 HT furnaces), and in-house secondary machining and automation for scalable, high-volume production. Achieves densities greater than 97% using Desktop Metal's X-Series printers (incl. X160Pro, the world's largest binder jet 3D printer). Designed for enterprise manufacturers across verticals needing near-limitless 3D design complexity.
- Sintering Heat treatment process strengthening and finishing powder-metal components through conventional and high-temperature sintering, offering the largest high-temperature sintering capacity in North America with 32 HT furnaces operating above 2200°F (1200°C) in hydrogen. Supports adequate densification, material strength, and consistent performance across many materials and part specifications.
- Sintered Metal Filters and Porous Products Engineered sintered metal filters and porous metal components with application-specific porosity levels. Available in stainless steel for high-volume applications and specialty alloys, with minimum order quantity of 25,000 pieces. Produced in over 800 different sizes, geometries, and porosities for industrial and aerospace filtration and porous component applications.
- Material Development Custom material development and optimization services partnering with customers to develop tailored material chemistry and properties. Supports stainless steels (low alloy steels, soft magnetic alloys, and specialty alloys) for conventional press and sinter, MIM, and Metal Binder Jetting processes. Approximately 8 million pounds of metal powder processed annually, with 90% being grades of stainless steel.
- Metal Binder Jetting Prototyping Service 3D-printing prototyping service enabling rapid prototyping of complex metal parts with nearly limitless design freedom in four weeks or less using Metal Binder Jetting. Supports 6-inch cube maximum part size in 17-4 PH Stainless Steel (two-week turnaround) and 2-inch cube in 316L Stainless Steel, M2 Tool Steel, and 4140 Steel (four-week turnaround). Customers submit print-ready solid models for prototype development.
- Secondary Machining Comprehensive secondary operations including milling, turning, tapping, and extensive post-sinter manufacturing capabilities through in-house machining centers and automation team. Provides finished part production and reduces customer need for separate machining partners.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 87% particle packing density enabling lower sintering temperatures
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use DSB Technologies
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
DSB Technologies technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
DSB Technologies partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.
- Desktop MetalcoreDSB Technologies adopted Desktop Metal's complete X-Series metal binder jetting product lineup including InnoventX, X25Pro, and X160Pro printers, along with Live Sinter simulation software. This partnership enables DSB to provide industrialized metal binder jetting for serial production with densities greater than 97%. Desktop Metal is the global leader in additive manufacturing technologies for mass production.
- ExOne (now part of Desktop Metal)coreDSB partnered with ExOne to drive volume production with Metal Binder Jetting. Purchased X1 160Pro and 25Pro metal binder jetting systems featuring Triple Advanced Compaction Technology (ACT). ExOne is the global leader in industrial sand and metal 3D printers using binder jetting technology. Collaboration extends to material, automation, and process development areas.
- SACMIsupportingDSB invested in SACMI 200 ton fully automatic hydraulic CNC press with integrated automation for part removal. Enables production of complex PM components without secondary operations including multiple part levels, dual materials, and undercut features.
- ArburgsupportingDSB purchased Arburg Allrounder multi-component molding press - a nearly all-electric press with full automation. Dedicated to new technology center for hands-free molding including all aspects of part handling and full material management from regrind to virgin material blending.
- ELNIKsupportingDSB invested in ELNIK high-temperature refractory metal-lined vacuum furnace for technology center. The furnace enables development of sintering profiles for metal 3D printing, MIM, and press and sinter processes. Positions DSB for expansion into new powder metallurgy processes including metal-matrix composites and reactive materials like titanium alloys.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights5 records
DSB Technologies competitors and assessment
Company assessmentOthers
- Desktop Metal: U.S.-based metal additive manufacturing equipment maker and DSB's primary technology partner. Adjacent ecosystem participant—supplies X-Series printers and Live Sinter software to DSB while simultaneously competing in contract manufacturing for production metal AM work.
- Höganäs AB: World's largest producer of metal powders for powder metallurgy applications, headquartered in Sweden. Adjacent ecosystem participant—supplies feedstock to DSB and competitors rather than producing finished parts—yet fundamentally relevant as the industry's central powder supplier and trendsetter in powder development.
Direct peers
- Indo-MIM: One of the world's largest metal injection molding service providers, headquartered in India with global manufacturing operations and US footprint. Direct competitor in MIM part production for automotive, aerospace, medical, and industrial customers, with comparable part complexity and volume scale to DSB.
- Smith Metal Products: U.S.-based MIM and powder metallurgy parts manufacturer based in Minnesota. Direct peer in custom metal components for industrial, aerospace, and defense customers, with comparable program sizes and a long PM heritage similar to DSB's SSI lineage.
- Advanced Powder Products: U.S.-based MIM specialist serving aerospace, medical, defense, and industrial markets. Direct competitor for high-precision MIM parts with a similar engineering-services orientation and focus on regulated, qualification-intensive customer programs.
- Metal Powder Products (MPP): U.S.-based custom powder metallurgy parts manufacturer serving automotive and industrial markets. Direct peer in press-and-sinter and conventional PM components with similar part complexity focus.
- ARC Group Worldwide: U.S.-based manufacturer of powder metallurgy and metal injection molded components with multiple North American facilities. Direct competitor offering similar PM and MIM capabilities to automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial customers with overlapping service profiles.
- OptiMIM (Optimim): U.S.-based metal injection molding specialist offering MIM production services for medical, aerospace, and industrial customers. Direct competitor for high-precision MIM parts across several shared end markets.
Emerging players
- Markforged: U.S.-based metal and composite additive manufacturing company offering industrial 3D printers, materials, and software. Emerging player in metal AM production competing with DSB's binder jetting service bureau offering for similar engineering customers transitioning from prototyping to production.
Broad incumbents
- GKN Powder Metallurgy (Sumitomo): World's largest powder metallurgy parts manufacturer, recently acquired by Sumitomo Electric Industries. Broad incumbent competing with DSB across all PM platforms and most major end markets, with substantially larger scale, broader technology portfolio, and global plant footprint.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
DSB Technologies financial estimates
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DSB Technologies leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles13 records
DSB Technologies funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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DSB Technologies M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about DSB Technologies
What does DSB Technologies do?
DSB Technologies is a custom powder metal parts manufacturer producing complex metal components through three forming technologies: Powder Metallurgy Press and Sinter, Metal Injection Molding (MIM), and Metal Binder Jetting (MBJ) additive manufacturing. The company operates North America's largest high-temperature sintering capacity and complements part manufacturing with sintered metal filters and porous products, custom material development, CNC press technology, and secondary machining services for aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, industrial, and consumer electronics manufacturers.
Is DSB Technologies a public or private company?
DSB Technologies is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was DSB Technologies founded?
DSB Technologies was founded in 1957. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is DSB Technologies based?
DSB Technologies is headquartered in Janesville, United States, in the North America region.
How does DSB Technologies make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Custom Powder Metal Parts Manufacturing is the primary driver. The others are metal Binder Jetting Prototyping Services and secondary Operations and Machining.
Who are DSB Technologies's main competitors?
Others on record are Desktop Metal and Höganäs AB. Direct peers are Indo-MIM, Smith Metal Products, Advanced Powder Products, Metal Powder Products (MPP), ARC Group Worldwide and OptiMIM (Optimim). Markforged is listed as an emerging player. GKN Powder Metallurgy (Sumitomo) is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does DSB Technologies have an API?
No public API is recorded for DSB Technologies.
What industry is DSB Technologies in?
DSB Technologies's product category is Powder Metallurgy Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAAADAB, Metal 3D Printing Service Bureaus (SLM/DMLS, EBM, Binder Jetting). Its NAICS code is 332117 and its SIC code is 3460.