LUBECK, Germany, Nov 26, 2024 – Nikon SLM Solutions is proud to unveil the next chapter in metal additive manufacturing with its newly redesigned SLM 280, SLM 280 Production Series, and SLM 500 machines. Building on years of proven performance, these machines are refined, powerful, and ready to elevate productivity, ensuring a minimum of 85% uptime for its customers, with a target of over 90% machine uptime.
Featuring an updated exterior design, the SLM 280, SLM 280 PS, and SLM 500 series are now enhanced with cutting-edge advancements, including recoater brushes, Permanent Filter Module (PFM), 700W lasers as state-of-the-art in metal AM production, and a streamlined offering that maximizes ease of use and operational excellence.
The launch of the “Picture Perfect Pro Plan” further complements these enhancements—a comprehensive package available for new machine sales across North America (NAM) and Europe, aligning with our commitment to productivity and profitability. This plan also supports existing customers who upgrade and renew their service contracts for five years, extending the uptime commitment to them as well.
Pro Plan Benefits Include:
- 85% Machine Uptime Commitment: Nikon SLM Solutions commits to a minimum of 85% uptime for mid-size and larger systems, including SLM 280, SLM 280 PS, SLM 500, and NXG series models, with proven success rates exceeding 90% uptime among our installed base customers across various industries.
- Essential Production Items: All systems come with an easy-to-use handling device for safe and fast part handling. SLM 500 buyers receive an additional set of build cylinders to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Five-Year Software Access: Continued access to SLM.Link, SLM.Quality, and Free Float software, driving digital optimization and operational excellence.
- Powder Contract: A tailored powder supply contract to keep production seamlessly on track.
- Five Years of Total Care Service: Industry-leading service, providing customers with peace of mind.
Debuted at Formnext 2024, the Picture Perfect Pro Plan represents Nikon Advanced Manufacturing’s commitment to precision, innovation, and customer success. This marks the first uptime commitment for mid-size and larger machines in the industry, giving customers unmatched reliability and results.
Visit Nikon SLM Solutions at Formnext to learn more about the Pro Plan and explore how we’re setting new standards in productivity, flexibility, and reliability in metal additive manufacturing.
About Nikon SLM Solutions
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a global provider of integrated metal additive manufacturing solutions. Leading the industry since its inception, it continues to drive the future of metal AM in every major industry with its customers’ long-term success at its core. Nikon SLM Solutions is home to the world’s fastest metal additive manufacturing machines boasting up to 12 lasers and enabling build rates of up to 1000ccm/h. With a portfolio of systems to suit every customer’s needs, along with its team of experts closely collaborating at every stage of the process, Nikon SLM Solutions leads the way on return on investment with maximum efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Nikon SLM Solutions believes that additive manufacturing is the future of manufacturing and has the desire and capability to take its customers there – right now.
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a Company headquartered in Germany, with offices in Canada, China, France, India, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States.Further information is available on www.nikon-slm-solutions.com.
