It represents the first time a containerised manufacturing platform able to produce and repair critical metal components has been deployed aboard a US Navy aircraft carrier.
"Eaton expects to expand the facility’s capabilities to further boost its ability to support high-reliability commercial and military programs at scale."
David Menzies details the core capabilities of AMiRIS, Additive Assurance's partnership with Nikon SLM solutions, and how the company hopes to keep pace with metal AM hardware providers as they scale their technology.
The automotive company is focusing on scalable applications, enhancing automation and maturing newer technologies, particularly Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, into series production.
AMPERE Alloys is described by 6K Additive as being a specialist in metals and ferro-alloys, with extensive distribution logistics, regional expertise, and a robust commercial network.
A team of engineers and physicians will work together to design, develop, and produce customised patient implants and medical devices with metal 3D printing.