Topshelf Enterprises, operating as 3D Solar in Knoxville, Tennessee, develops additive manufacturing technologies for intricate molds used to cast glass, metal, and ceramic parts. It currently supplies glass components to defense and industrial sectors and plans to commercialize solar module production using its proprietary process. Its molds operate at micro and macro scales and support casting at room temperature and subzero temperatures.
3D Solar's Daniel Clark remains in Knoxville after the company’s participation in the third cohort of the Techstars accelerator. He continues refining 3D Solar’s business strategy, focusing on improving its financial model and optimizing its go-to-market approach.
RadTech held its 2024 Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Florida, from May 20–22 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando. The event featured more than 75 exhibitors and drew attendance 20% higher than the previous two events, with notable end-user participation from industrial markets, consumer electronics, battery, and coil coatings.
3D Solar describes an approach that uses increased surface area to enhance solar-energy capture. The approach is designed for decentralization and independence.
