JACKSONVILLE, FL, USA, Mar 5, 2026 – Snowbird Technologies, a leading provider of advanced defense and industrial-grade equipment solutions, will exhibit at the 2026 RAPID + TCT Exhibition, taking place April 13–16 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
At booth #1915, Snowbird Technologies will unveil its next-generation SAMM Tech platform — a fully containerized, forward-deployable hybrid manufacturing system integrating the Meltio Engine Blue for metal additive manufacturing and the Mosquito Prime from Slice Engineering for advanced fused filament fabrication (FFF).
In addition to its additive capabilities, SAMM Tech incorporates integrated CNC machining for precision finishing and post-processing — creating a true end-to-end, “factory-in-a-box” solution. This seamless combination of metal deposition, high-performance polymer printing, and subtractive manufacturing enables expeditionary production, repair, and sustainment of critical components directly at the point of need for defense and commercial operations.
A True Hybrid Manufacturing Solution
Designed for rapid deployment, Snowbird’s SAMM Tech is housed within a ruggedized container and features a patented gantry-mounted hybrid manufacturing cell. The system integrates additive and subtractive capabilities, enabling on-demand repair, part replacement, and prototype production in austere and contested environments.
Powered by the Meltio Engine Blue, the platform provides industrial-grade metal additive manufacturing using laser-wire directed energy deposition (LW-DED) technology. The system supports a wide range of industrial metals — including aluminum, titanium, stainless steels, and marine-grade bronze — materials critical for defense, aerospace, and naval applications. This enables reliable production and repair of structural and functional components in remote and deployed environments.
Advanced Polymer Fabrication with Mosquito Prime
Complementing its metal capabilities, SAMM Tech integrates the Mosquito Prime high-performance hot end from Slice Engineering to deliver robust fused filament fabrication. Engineered for high-temperature, high-strength polymer printing, the Mosquito Prime enables processing of advanced thermoplastics such as carbon fiber-reinforced materials, high-performance nylons, and engineering-grade polymers.
This integration expands SAMM Tech’s hybrid manufacturing capabilities beyond metal, allowing operators to produce lightweight housings, tooling, fixtures, enclosures, and non-structural components on demand. The Mosquito Prime’s thermal stability, durability, and high-flow performance ensure consistent extrusion and reliable operation in harsh deployment conditions.
By combining metal additive manufacturing with advanced FFF polymer fabrication in a single mobile system, SAMM Tech delivers unmatched flexibility for mission-driven manufacturing — empowering field units to select the right material and process for each application.
Expeditionary Manufacturing at the Point of Need
SAMM Tech is fully compatible with existing military logistics infrastructure and engineered for global mobility. Its modular, rugged construction enables operation in extreme land and maritime environments, reducing supply chain dependency while increasing mission readiness.
Key benefits include:
- Rapid deployment and setup
- Reduced lead times for mission-critical components
- Lower material waste through hybrid additive/subtractive processing
- Decreased reliance on centralized supply chains
- Enhanced supply chain resilience and operational autonomy
By integrating best-in-class technologies from Meltio, Slice Engineering, and FANUC automation, Snowbird Technologies continues to advance the adoption of deployable, point-of-need manufacturing across defense, security, and government operations.
Visitors to RAPID + TCT 2026 are invited to experience the next generation of containerized hybrid manufacturing at booth #1915.
For more information, visit Snowbird Technologies at RAPID + TCT, April 13–16 in Boston.
About Snowbird Technologies
Snowbird Technologies is a U.S.-based provider of expeditionary advanced manufacturing and logistics solutions for defense, government, and industrial customers. The company specializes in deployable, ruggedized systems that enable hybrid additive and subtractive manufacturing at the point of need, supporting sustainment, repair, and operational readiness in austere and contested environments. Snowbird’s technologies are designed to reduce supply chain dependency, increase resilience, and deliver mission-critical capabilities wherever they are required. For more information, visit https://snowbirdtech.com.
