VIENNA, Austria and DETMOLD, Germany, Jan 26, 2026 – Steinbach AG has added two CeraFab S65 printers, expanding its Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) fleet to seven machines. The expansion supports production scale-up following formnext and responds to growing demand for additively manufactured ceramic components across industrial markets.
Volker Steinbach, CEO of Steinbach AG said: “After many years of working with LCM technology, growing our 3D printer fleet is a natural response to increasing market demand. Coming from various industries such as machine engineering, measuring and sensor technologies, and MedTech, our customers rely on consistent quality, reliability, and long-term production continuity.” He adds: “Besides, we have strengthened our post-processing capabilities to 13 furnaces, enabling us to reduce delivery times for prototypes to three to four weeks. By expanding Steinbach AG’s LCM-based machine park, we have scaled our rigorous quality standards to meet customer expectations at mass production level, further reinforcing our position as a trusted manufacturing partner for high-performance ceramic components.”
Dr. Johannes Homa, CEO of Lithoz added: “This investment by Steinbach AG showcases innovation-leading OEMs increasingly use experienced contract manufacturers within our LCM-based Ceramic 3D Factory network to open a low-threshold access to successfully explore new business and engineering opportunities. After building up LCM technology expertise for 10 years, Steinbach AG is now reaping the rewards of taking the leap. With seven LCM printers operating at full capacity and a profound understanding of industry challenges and needs, the company is fully leveraging the serial production capabilities of ceramic 3D printing. Lithoz’ Ceramic 3D Factory, our global network of contract manufacturers and partners, has arrived at the frontier of industrial use cases and applications and keeps pushing.”
Source: Steinbach
About Steinbach
Steinbach AG is an industrial supplier of technical materials, components, and production solutions for manufacturing customers. The company delivers products from prototype development through series production for industrial applications. Its portfolio includes forming and conveying systems, thermal and acoustic insulation, gaskets and stamped parts, film packaging, and technical ceramics. Steinbach serves industries such as automotive, mechanical engineering, electronics, chemicals, and general manufacturing. The company supports design, fabrication, and quality assurance activities tied to these product areas. Founded in 1923, Steinbach is headquartered in Detmold, Germany. Steinbach operates mainly in Europe and maintains production and sales activities focused on industrial material and component supply. Its technical ceramics unit also provides additive manufacturing and 3D printing services.
About Lithoz
Lithoz, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, specializes in developing and producing ceramic 3D printers and materials. The company serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, jewelry, medical, and dental sectors. Lithoz’s proprietary Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) technology enables the production of precise and reliable ceramic components suitable for applications ranging from casting-core to medical-grade bioceramics. As of 2025, Lithoz employs approximately 150 people. The company has secured grants and investments from the European Union and the EIC Fund. Lithoz’s commitment to quality is underscored by its ISO 9001:2015 certification, reflecting its dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.