FOM Technologies is a Denmark-based company specializing in advanced slot-die coating machinery. Founded in 2012-2013 as a spin-off from the Danish Technical University (DTU), FOM provides precision equipment for depositing thin functional material layers. The company’s technology is used across research and industrial applications, with a significant focus on sustainable technologies. With headquarters in Kastrup, Denmark, and offices in the USA and Sweden, FOM operates internationally to support industries developing next-generation materials.
The company’s core offering is its slot-die coating technology, a method known for its uniformity, scalability, and efficiency in depositing thin films. This technique requires minimal material usage, making it suitable for research and minimizing waste in industrial processes. FOM’s equipment bridges the gap between laboratory-scale development and large-scale manufacturing, enabling researchers and companies to transition novel materials and processes to production.
Battery Technology
FOM Technologies’ equipment plays a significant role in the battery research and development value chain. Their slot-die coaters are used to precisely deposit layers of materials that form battery electrodes and electrolytes. This capability is essential for developing both conventional lithium-ion batteries and advanced energy storage systems like solid-state batteries. The precision offered by FOM’s systems allows for consistent coating thickness and uniformity, which are critical for battery performance, reliability, and safety.
The company’s technology is compatible with various materials used in battery electrodes and electrolytes, including both high-viscosity electrode slurries and low-viscosity solid electrolyte solutions. Their equipment can be integrated into controlled environments, such as gloveboxes, which is necessary for handling air-sensitive materials common in solid-state battery development. By providing tools that enable precise coating control and scalability from small-volume lab work to pilot production, FOM supports the innovation and commercialization of battery technologies aimed at improving energy density, charge rates, and longevity for applications in electric vehicles, grid storage, and consumer electronics.
Recent Projects
Within the last year, FOM Technologies has secured several strategic orders. In March 2025, the company announced an order from a global lighting and optical leader for equipment to be used in micro-LED and semiconductor research. Also in March 2025, FOM received an order from a multinational GPS and sport device manufacturer for coating equipment supporting solar-cell integration in wearable electronics. The company has also delivered advanced coating equipment to DTU NanoLab’s new cleanroom facilities, intended for research in MedTech and pharmaceutical applications.
Investors
FOM Technologies is listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market Denmark. The company has received financial backing from institutional investors and is engaged with investment-backed entities, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, a fund supported by Bill Gates focused on sustainable energy investments. In December 2023, FOM completed a PIPE funding round which raised $6.23 million.
Business Details
Location: Kastrup, Denmark
Website: https://www.fomtechnologies.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2756722
