AML3D is supplying the US Department of Defence (US DoD) its industrial 3D metal printing technology to help scale up parts supply to the US Navy’s submarine industrial base.
The US DoD placed an order via procurement agent BlueForge Alliance for the large scale ARCEMY ‘X- Edition 6700’ Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing metal 3D printing system. AML3D says the system will substantiate 'advanced, on-demand' manufacturing technology for supply of parts to the US Navy.
The sale of AML3D’s largest wire additive manufacturing ARCEMY system is valued at approximately AUD$1 million (US$697,800). The system's supply, shipping, installation, and commissioning will commence upon receipt of the 'Authority to Proceed' from BlueForge and is expected to be completed during 2023.
The system will be located at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee, the largest science and energy laboratory in the US Department of Energy system and a key partner to the US Navy and other global US clients.
The company says the sale of the system directly aligns with its strategy to drive growth through ARCEMY sales with a focus on the US maritime and defence sectors.
AML3D expects an additional US Navy contract for metal characterisation testing in Q3.
"AML3D is excited to be supporting the US Navy’s submarine industrial base programs for the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies with an ARCEMY ‘X-Edition 6700’ system, our large-scale, industrial purpose solution," AML3D CEO Ryan Millar said. "This sale is a significant opportunity for AML3D, as it is part of a long-term strategic partnership with the US Navy helping them scale up submarine production with advanced additive manufacturing technology.
"This opportunity with the US Navy and the Submarine Industrial Base aligns with ALM3D’s strategy of focusing on ARCEMY product sales, especially in the US maritime and defence sectors. I look forward to providing further updates as we deepen our presence and partnerships in the US.”