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Armadillo Additive is expanding its metal 3D printing capacity with two additional AddUp FormUp 350 Laser Powder Bed Fusion machines. This investment brings Armadillo Additive’s FormUp 350 total to three. Now, they are adding 17-4 Stainless Steel and Grade 1 Titanium to complement their existing offering of Grade 23 Titanium.
Armadillo Additive selected AddUp’s FormUp 350 machines based on their reliability, production efficiency and strong safety features. The autonomous powder module and advanced filtration system contribute to a safer working environment. The FormUp 350 also delivers an quality surface finish straight from the printer, reducing the need for extensive post-processing. The machine’s large build volume and quad-laser configuration allow for increased productivity and flexibility in manufacturing.
Their existing FormUp 350 machine has been successfully running Ti6Al4V ELI (Grade 23) for medical implant production. The addition of two new FormUp 350 machines will enable Armadillo Additive to expand beyond this single material, incorporating 17-4PH stainless steel for surgical instrumentation and Cp Ti (Titanium), which offers unique properties suited for specialized medical applications. This expansion allows Armadillo to support a broader range of applications, including research and development, implants, and intricate lattice structures that optimize strength and material efficiency.
While the company’s primary focus remains on medical applications, Armadillo Additive also plans to leverage its expanded material capabilities to serve broader industries beyond healthcare.
The two new machines are expected to be delivered in mid-2025.
Source: Armadillo Additive
