Industrial Metal Additive Manufacturing · W-LMD

Additive Manufacturing of Metal Components

Industrial metal additive manufacturing opens new opportunities in the production, enhancement, and repair of metallic components. Explore modern manufacturing processes, compatible alloys, and industrial applications.

Manufacturing Excellence & Highest Precision

ISO 9001 Compliant
Maximum Process Reliability
Highest Material Density

Wire-Laser Metal Deposition
(W-LMD)

In wire-based laser deposition, metallic wire feedstock is melted by a laser and deposited selectively onto a substrate. This enables building components layer by layer, enhancing existing structures, or restoring worn areas.

Meltio M600 W-LMD

High-precision additive manufacturing in a closed build envelope for complex parts and near-net-shape geometries.

  • Build volume: 300 × 400 × 600 mm
  • Blue laser technology for high absorption
  • 100% dense metal parts

Meltio Robot Integration

Maximum flexibility through a robot-guided laser head. Ideal for large-format parts, repairs, and cladding.

  • Practically unlimited build volume
  • 6-axis freedom of movement
  • Repair of existing mold tools
Industrial Applications

Possible Applications

Wire-based metal additive manufacturing enables versatile industrial applications – from near-net-shape manufacturing to cost-effective component refurbishment.

Additive Manufacturing of Metal Components

Layer-by-layer production of solid metal functional components with 100% metallurgical density and high material efficiency directly from CAD models.

Repair and Reconditioning

Selective laser material deposition onto worn mold tools, turbine components, or shafts as a cost-effective alternative to complete replacement.

Material Deposition & Cladding

Targeted protection against wear, corrosion, or thermal loads by cladding high-performance alloys onto cost-effective base substrates.

Near-Net-Shape Manufacturing

Near-net-shape deposition to drastically reduce machining volume, tooling wear, and raw material procurement lead times.

Hybrid Manufacturing

Combining additive buildup with subtractive CNC precision machining for components demanding tight dimensional tolerances and surface finishes.

Functional Material Enhancement

Selective addition of flanges, ribs, mounting brackets, or custom features onto existing forgings, castings, or standard profiles.

Material Diversity &
Post-Processing

Through the wire-based DED process (W-LMD) we process standard welding wires. This means for you: lower material costs, safe handling, and a wide selection of certified industrial metals.

Available Metals

  • Stainless steels (e.g., 316L, 17-4PH)
  • Tool steels (e.g., H11)
  • Titanium alloys (Ti6Al4V)
  • Nickel-based alloys (Inconel)
  • Copper & Copper alloys

Post-Processing

  • CNC Milling & Turning
  • Heat Treatment
  • Surface Grinding
  • Quality Assurance (3D Scan)

From Technical Inquiry to Finished Metal Component

A clear, structured engineering workflow from initial feasibility review to precision post-processing and delivery.

1

Submit Project Request

Transmit your CAD data, drawings, and technical specifications securely via our request form. Your data is treated strictly confidentially.

2

Feasibility Check & Quote

Our W-LMD experts check your part for feasibility, choose the optimal printing strategy, and provide a binding quote including delivery date.

3

Production & Quality Assurance

Upon approval, we start the 3D printing process. The part is then post-processed in-house (CNC, heat treatment) and strictly quality-checked.

4

Delivery

You receive your finished, ready-to-use precision part – on time and in the highest manufacturing quality.

Project Inquiry

Would you like to evaluate whether your component is suitable for metal additive manufacturing? Submit your technical specifications and application details to us.

Submit Project Inquiry

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