JYVASKYLA, Finland, Oct 9, 2026 – For years, 3D Formtech has been at the forefront of the 3D printing industry in Finland. An investment made two years ago in Finland’s largest plastic 3D printer already significantly increased capacity, and now the company has taken a similarly bold leap forward in metal 3D printing.

Last week, 3D Formtech finalized a deal for the Nikon SLM 500 printer, which is designed for high-performance metal printing. The build chamber measures 500 x 280 x 365 mm, enabling the printing of single-piece parts up to 500 mm wide.

The SLM500 is specifically tailored to meet the demands of mass production. It is the first device in Finland to operate with four lasers, a feature that makes it extremely efficient. Advanced laser technology and thermal management systems also ensure exceptional precision and surface quality that meet even the strictest quality standards.

Top-level equipment combined with strong expertise

The new machine will be used at 3D Fomtech for 3D printing with aluminum. As a lightweight and durable 3D printing material, the demand for aluminum is constantly growing.

“Our goal is to meet this demand both in Finland and abroad and to streamline the mass production of aluminum prints, making manufacturing even more cost-effective”, says Toni Järvitalo, founder and CEO of 3D Formtech.

For 3D Formtech, this is the largest investment in its history, but Järvitalo sees it as absolutely sensible at this very moment.

“We want to further solidify our leading position in the market and be the best partner for our customers in both plastic and metal 3D printing. High-quality equipment provides an excellent foundation for this, while we’ll take care of the rest with our first-class expertise”, says Järvitalo.

About 3D Formtech Oy

3D Formtech Oy is a pioneer in 3D printing, founded in 2014. The company serves industrial enterprises in Finland and internationally. The goal is to help growth-oriented companies design and manufacture better end products, innovate new solutions, and build more successful businesses through industrial-grade 3D printing. 3D Formtech’s modern 1,050-square-foot production facilities are located in Jyväskylä, Finland. For more information, visit https://3dformtech.fi.