Which Industries Use WAAM and For What Applications?
Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) isn’t just another experimental 3D printing technology. It’s already reshaping production in real-world industries, particularly where traditional methods struggle with size, speed, or flexibility. WAAM’s strength lies in building large metal parts quickly, using widely available wire feedstock, and producing geometries that are difficult (or too expensive) to cast or […]
MX3D to Supply Robotic Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing Systems for Framatome’s New Nuclear 3D Printing Facility
Amsterdam, September 4, 2025 – MX3D , the Dutch pioneer in robotic Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), has been selected by Framatome to provide two advanced WAAM robotic systems for its new additive manufacturing facility in Romans-sur-Isère, France. The €26 million site will produce large-scale metal components for nuclear fuel assemblies, reactor cooling circuits, and […]
What Role Does 3D Printing Play in Marine Shipbuilding and On‑Demand Repairs?
The maritime industry is built on scale, durability, and availability. Ships, ports, offshore rigs, and naval assets operate under extreme conditions, and when something breaks or needs to be replaced, delays are costly. For these reasons, 3D printing, particularly large-scale metal additive manufacturing like Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), is rapidly becoming a strategic asset […]
Novametal X MX3D: Expanding the WAAM Material Toolbox
At MX3D, we’re continuously exploring new materials to unlock greater possibilities for robotic 3D metal printing with Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM). In collaboration with Novametal, a supplier of premium welding materials, we recently carried out a comprehensive series of material qualification tests. The goal is to determine whether selected Novametal alloys meet the mechanical […]
What Materials Can Be Used in Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)?
When people first hear about Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), one of the most common follow-up questions is simple: “What metals can you actually use with this process?” The answer is both straightforward and powerful: any metal that can be welded can be printed with WAAM. This material flexibility is one of the core strengths […]
MX3D Secures €7 Million to Accelerate Global Growth in Robotic Metal 3D Printing
Amsterdam, The Netherlands – 13th May 2025 – MX3D, a pioneer in robotic metal 3D printing technology, has raised €7 million in a Series A funding round to accelerate its international growth. The funding round was led by EDF Pulse Ventures, the corporate venture investment arm of the French energy leader EDF, with participation from […]
What Is Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)?
What Is Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)? Imagine a robotic welding arm building industrial‑scale metal parts layer by layer using an electric arc and wire feedstock. That’s WAAM, Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, an exceptionally powerful method for large-format metal 3D printing. Unlike traditional casting or machining, WAAM directly fuses wire in near-net-shape geometries. This process […]
What Is the Environmental Impact of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)?
As industries across the globe search for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and improve sustainability, manufacturing is under more scrutiny than ever. Traditional methods like casting, forging, and subtractive machining often involve excessive material waste, long supply chains, and high energy consumption. This has sparked new interest in additive manufacturing, and specifically Wire Arc […]
Is WAAM Cost‑Effective Compared to Machining or Powder AM?
Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) is often praised for its speed, scale, and sustainability, but how does it really stack up when it comes to cost? Whether you’re running a job shop, managing procurement for a large OEM, or just weighing your options for metal additive manufacturing, the financial picture matters. In this article, we […]
How Is Additive Manufacturing Used for Maritime Tooling and Modeling?
Tooling is at the heart of maritime construction. From massive molds for ship components to specialized fixtures used in alignment and welding, tools shape how efficiently and accurately vessels are built and maintained. However, traditional tooling methods often come with high costs, long lead times, and limited flexibility. That’s why additive manufacturing, especially Wire Arc […]
