LUBECK, Germany, Nov 27, 2024 – ONE3D s.r.o., a leading developer in hybrid production and advanced post-processing of metal and plastic parts, has announced the acquisition of the NXG 600E from Nikon SLM Solutions. This cutting-edge metal additive manufacturing system allows the production of parts up to 600 by 600 mm wide and 1500 mm high, enabled by 12 x 1 KW lasers, will significantly enhance ONE3D’s capacity to produce very large size high-precision parts from advanced materials, supporting the demanding requirements of the aerospace and defense industries while taking its production capabilities to new levels of size, productivity, and innovation.
The acquisition of the NXG 600E aligns with ONE3D’s strategic growth and innovation plan, enabling efficient production expansion while maintaining high-quality standards. This investment represents a crucial step forward for ONE3D, supporting its work with aerospace and defense clients, including its role as an industrial partner in Lockheed Martin’s development project for the Czech Army’s F-35 fighter aircraft program.
David Kadlčík, Co-founder & CSMO of ONE3D, remarked, “Using technology from Nikon SLM Solutions is a major step forward for our production. We will be able to create complex metal parts with larger dimensions, greater precision, and higher efficiency than ever before. This will allow us to better match designs to additive manufacturing capabilities, optimize material and energy consumption, and reduce the time from concept to final product. Working with such an experienced partner gives us the confidence that we are at the forefront of industry practices. I am confident that with this new machine, we will take our capabilities and competitiveness to a whole new level.”
Sam O’Leary, CEO of Nikon SLM Solutions, commented, “We are thrilled to support ONE3D in their journey toward advanced, large-scale additive manufacturing. The NXG 600E is engineered to meet the toughest demands of high-performance industries, and with its capabilities, ONE3D is poised to set new benchmarks in precision, productivity, and innovation. We look forward to seeing how they leverage our technology to push boundaries and deliver transformative results for their aerospace and defense clients.”
The NXG 600E, with its extended Z-axis, will provide ONE3D with the technological edge needed to compete in high-performance industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, and automotive. Nikon SLM Solutions’ expertise in metal additive manufacturing technology, coupled with its reputation for leading the industrialization of metal additive manufacturing, makes Nikon SLM Solutions a valuable partner for ONE3D’s ongoing growth and innovation.
With over a decade of experience, ONE3D has established itself as a reliable partner for advanced manufacturing solutions, supporting both large-scale industrial applications and pioneering research initiatives across Europe and globally. The introduction of the NXG 600E enables ONE3D to enhance its capabilities, secure new opportunities, and lead the industry in sustainable and innovative production practices.
About ONE3D s.r.o.
ONE3D s.r.o. is a Czech-based development and manufacturing company specializing in hybrid production and advanced post-processing of plastic and metal parts for the aerospace, automotive, engineering, defense, and space industries. ONE3D has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and is currently pursuing AS9100 certification. The company’s R&D department collaborates with leading companies and research institutions, providing customized solutions that meet the highest industrial standards. In May 2024, ONE3D became an industrial partner of Lockheed Martin in the F-35 fighter aircraft program for the Czech Army.
For more information, please visit: www.one3d.cz
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.
