The MetalFAB system, supplied by Additive Industries, will be installed in its 3D printing center established in 2018 to produce intricate automotive components. It features full-field lasers and automated build changeovers, increasing productivity rates and offering lights-out operations, according to the company. Volkswagen has also acquired Additive Industries’ powder load tool and powder recovery station to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
“We are here to help [Volkswagen] expand their capabilities in the field of additive manufacturing and move towards the next step in the automotive industry,” said Mark Massey, CEO of Additive Industries.
