Continuous Composites Expands Coeur d’Alene Facility to Scale CF3D Manufacturing Technology
BY Composights
Published: 30 Apr 2026
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Continuous Composites, a US-based advanced manufacturing company focused on continuous fibre 3D printing technologies, has expanded its facility in Coeur d Alene, Idaho, to increase production capacity for its CF3D manufacturing system. The expansion is aimed at scaling system deployment and supporting higher output of composite components.
CF3D, or Continuous Fiber 3D printing, is a composite manufacturing process that combines continuous fibre reinforcement with automated additive manufacturing. The technology is designed to produce structural composite parts with reduced tooling requirements and greater design flexibility compared to conventional methods.
The expanded facility is intended to support both system production and customer engagement activities. Continuous Composites stated that the additional space will enable higher parallel production of CF3D systems and related components, improving access for industrial users adopting the technology.
Steve Starner, CEO of Continuous Composites, said, We re building a manufacturing technology intended to support the war-fighter, and that requires scale.
He added, Our previous footprint limited how many systems we could build and support in parallel. This expansion gives us the space to increase production, allowing us to produce 5x more components and systems, while also giving customers more direct access to the people and infrastructure behind the technology.
The expansion reflects growing industrial interest in automated composite manufacturing systems, particularly for applications requiring lightweight, high-strength structures. CF3D is positioned for use in aerospace, defence, and other sectors where rapid production and structural performance are critical.
For the composites industry, the development highlights continued investment in additive manufacturing platforms that integrate continuous fibre reinforcement. Scaling such systems is a key step toward broader industrial adoption beyond prototyping and low-volume production.
Source: Continuous Composites | News
