Siemens backs 3D printing with €30m

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Siemens is investing in a new factory in Worcester that will double its footprint to allow for a fleet of 50 3D printing machines.

The €30m manufacturing plant for Materials Solutions Ltd, Siemens’ additive manufacturing specialist will be set up to fully harness the potential of digitalisation.

This major investment is part of Siemens' plans to build and grow a global business with Additive Manufacturing services for the aerospace industry, the automotive industry and other industries. The new factory will be use Siemens Digital Enterprise solutions, an end-to-end portfolio comprising software-based systems and automation components which cover all requirements arising along the industrial value chain. It

"Additive Manufacturing is a major pillar in our digitization strategy," said Willi Meixner, CEO of Siemens Power and Gas Division. "This significant investment underlines our belief that there is huge potential for innovation and growth within the Additive Manufacturing sector. It is also the next step towards achieving our ambition of pioneering the industrialisation of this exciting new technology and demonstrates how we are leading the way for the fourth industrial revolution," he added.

Siemens is not only as a user of 3D-printing but also as a supplier of software and solutions for the automation of the technology. Moreover, with Materials Solutions, the company also offers comprehensive services for engineering and printing up to the complete manufacturing of parts for external customers.

Siemens acquired a majority stake in Materials Solutions Ltd in 2016. The business uses Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technology for the manufacture of high-performance metal parts, with a focus on high-temperature super alloys.

Materials Solutions has grown its business considerably over the last two years. It has developed proven applications, know-how and a supply chain for companies operating in a broad range of industries. The company also works closely with Siemens' Power & Gas Division and it is anticipated that, thanks to its expanded footprint, it will manufacture thousands of parts for use in Siemens power generation equipment over the coming years.

www.materialssolutions.co.uk

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