About XJet

XJet is a provider of groundbreaking metal and ceramic additive manufacturing technologies and solutions. Founded in 2005, XJet has developed and introduced the revolutionary NanoParticle Jetting™ technology. With a decade of research behind it, our NPJ technology enables the production of metal or ceramic parts with the same ease and versatility of inkjet printing without compromising throughput or quality. Our world-class team of skilled industry veterans and dynamic R&D specialists holds over 75 registered and pending patents. Leveraging our proprietary technology and proven expertise, XJet is redefining the metal and ceramic AM industries.

The XJet Edge

Renowned Team

We have assembled a world-class team of skilled industry veterans, many of whom helped develop trailblazing inkjet and AM technologies at market pioneers such as Objet, Indigo, Scodix and HP Scitex.

Groundbreaking Technology

Our proprietary NPJ technology empowers the manufacturing of detailed high-quality parts with virtually unlimited geometries – all produced in a safe, convenient and productive manner.

Partner-Driven Approach

With a deep understanding of industry concerns and requirements, we partner with our customers to define, examine and execute new solutions for difficult challenges.

Forward-Thinking Roadmap

Leveraging our robust inkjet technology, we plan to introduce a growing number of metal and ceramic build materials to anticipate evolving industry needs.

Meet Our Team

XJet takes pride in our world-class team of accomplished industry veterans, many of whom were instrumental in developing groundbreaking technologies such as Objet’s PolyJet, Indigo’s ElectroInk, and HP Scitex’s wide-format inkjet technology. We employ almost 100 specialists, including numerous Ph.D.’s, who together hold hundreds of patents. Our multidisciplinary professionals specialize in chemistry, physics, metallurgy, inkjet technology, electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, software development and more.

 

Hanan Gothait

Founder and CEO

Hanan Gothait is a widely recognized and respected industry expert in the fields of inkjet and 3D printing. An innovative game changer, Hanan co-founded Objet Geometries (later merged with Stratasys), which reinvented the 3D printing space with the introduction of polymer jetting technologies and photopolymer 3D printing systems. Prior to co-founding Objet, he founded Idanit (later merged into HP Scitex), which developed the world’s first wide-format printer.Hanan holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bridgeport.

Yair Averbuch

CFO

Yair Averbuch has extensive experience as a CFO of international high-growth companies in both the high-tech and industrial sectors. Prior to joining XJet as Chief Financial Officer, Yair served as the CFO of Caesarstone, where he led its IPO on Nasdaq (NASDAQ: CSTE). Before that, he held various executive financial positions at Applied Materials, the world’s largest semiconductor capital equipment maker. In his last role at Applied Materials, he was the CFO and Chief Administrative Officer for its Israeli operations. Yair earned a B.A. in Business Administration & Economics (with honors) and an MBA from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Dror Danai

Chief Business Officer

Dror Danai brings to XJet a strong track record of over two decades in leading successful business operations at technology-driven companies. As VP Sales & Business Development at Objet (later merged with Stratasys), Dror directed its business operations from a fledgling company to a front-runner in its field. Dror also served as VP Sales & Business Development at Scodix, where he was instrumental in creating a world leader in digital print enhancement. Previously, he was the European Channel Director of CreoScitex as well as the Global Product Manager for the Scitex CTP product line.
Dror holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering (summa cum laude) and an MBA (summa cum laude), both from Tel Aviv University.

Igal Zeitun

CTO

Igal Zeitun has over 20 years of experience in leading complex organizations at various global companies, specializing in integrating advanced technologies and customer needs to create innovative and successful services and products. Before joining XJet, he was Senior VP of R&D, as well as VP of Product Marketing and Sales Operations, at Stratasys. Previously, he served as Director of Worldwide Service and Support at HP Scitex, VP of Customer Support and R&D Program Manager at Nur Macroprinters, and held roles in the R&D Division of Objet (later merged with Stratasys).
Igal holds a M.Sc. and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, and completed an Executive Education program at IE Business School.

Udi Bloch

COO

Udi Bloch is an experienced executive with a long history of leading high-tech companies, including more than 20 years in the printing industry. Prior to joining XJet, Udi served as the COO at Scodix, a company in the digital print enhancement arena. Prior to that, he worked at HP Indigo for well over a decade in several positions including Worldwide Service Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Systems Analyst and Business Development.

Yael Shlomovitz

Vice President, Human Resources

Yael Shlomovitz is a Human Resources professional with experience for more than 25 years.  Prior to joining XJET as VP HR, Yael served as Head of HR at various companies such as ELTA Systems, Teva Israel and other companies in the High-Tech industry. Yael earned a B.A. in Psychology from Bar – Ilan University, and an MBA from Boston University – Beer Sheva campus