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Due Diligence Reference

Nikon Ventures takeover of SLM Solutions

In 2022, the Japan-based global corporation Nikon ventured into the Additive Manufacturing market by acquiring SLM Solutions, a prominent German-based metal Additive Manufacturing machine OEM. AMPOWER was entrusted with the task of supporting the Nikon Team throughout the acquisition process and conducting a comprehensive commercial due diligence of the target company.

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AIRBUS BASF BOBST EXONE GE ADDITIVE OERLIKON TRUMPF

Aerospace

Additive Manufacturing Training for AIRBUS GROUP

AIRBUS is one of the pioneers in the introduction of Additive Manufacturing technology for both spare parts and structural parts made of metal. Since the beginning of 2019, AMPOWER has taken on the task of training the engineers at the global AIRBUS sites in the new production technology.

Material supplier

Go-to-market strategy BASF Ultrafuse®

BASF 3D Printing Solutions GmbH is one of the leading material suppliers for filaments and powders in additive manufacturing. With the patented Ultrafuse® metal filament, the company has developed a new material that makes it possible to produce metal parts on almost every FDM printer. In this project, AMPOWER carried out an extensive study to investigate the possible application scenarios directly with potential users and developed a market entry strategy together with BASF.

Mechanical Engineering

Training and application development

BOBST is one of the world’s leading suppliers of equipment and services to packaging and label manufacturers in the folding carton, corrugated board and flexible materials industries. BOBST sees advantages in metal Additive Manufacturing and is on a path of evaluating the technology. AMPOWER is supporting BOBST by Know-How transfer and providing training for the worldwide engineering. The 2 day training session enables engineers to understand the advantages and limitations of the technology and utilize it to the full potential.

System supplier

EXONE go to market strategy EMEA

EXONE is the leading supplier for metal Binder Jetting technology. The company has developed several systems for direct and indirect printing of metal and sand components with a strong global market position. The project aim was to develop a go to market strategy to scale up the direct metal Binder Jetting business in EMEA. AMPOWER provided market analytics, application analysis and best practices to successfully penetrate the European market and strengthen the global positioning of EXONE as the leading Binder Jetting supplier.

Medical

Technology study for ARCAM EBM/GE ADDITIVE

The objective was to determine the manufacturing costs of different powder bed systems for acetabular implants. The study considered machine investment and material costs in varying degrees for the competing technologies. The Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion technology of the market leader ARCAM is characterized by cost advantages due to the high build-up rate. It turns out that the laser beam systems, even though there are now several beam sources, still cause significantly higher costs for endoprostheses of this geometry. The study results help ARCAM develop new market segments. Since 2016, ARCAM is part of GE ADDITIVE.

Aviation

EN 9100 implementation for Additive Manufacturing at Oerlikon

OERLIKON AM EUROPE GmbH (a company of OERLIKON GROUP) is one of the leading service providers in Additive Manufacturing. The aim of the project was the implementation of aviation standards into the quality management and the production. Thereby, the company’s management system was certified according to the aerospace standard EN 9100. Because of the successfully completed project, the site is now in a position to produce additively manufactured components for aerospace customers.

Mechanical engineering

Industrial additive solutions from TRUMPF

TRUMPF Laser- und Systemtechnik GmbH is known as a renowned machine manufacturer of Additive Manufacturing systems. The TruPrint 3000 from TRUMPF is a system especially designed for use in regulated industries such as aviation. Through the joint project with AMPOWER, TRUMPF can offer its customers a system solution that significantly simplifies the entry into the manufacture of aviation components.

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What our customers say

BASF HESSEN T&I EXONE EVONIK NIKON OERLIKON Siemens TRUMPF WINOA

“With the Ultrafuse® material, we open up new possibilities for our customers to manufacture metal components extremely cheaply. AMPOWER’s work has taken us a decisive step further on the road to successfully commercializing the new product. The combination of industry network, technical expertise and the pragmatic approach of the AMPOWER team is unique on the market.”

Dietmar Geiser
Strategy & Partnering, BASF New Business GmbH

“Hesse has long been a hub of innovation in 3D-printing, with technology-shaping pioneers. Unsurprisingly, it is home to Formnext, the leading international trade fair for Additive Manufacturing and 3D-printing. To strengthen the regional 3D-printing ecosystem, HESSEN TRADE & INVEST has taken significant steps and efforts to support this thriving and groundbreaking industry. The AMPOWER team provided us with an essential assessment of our 3D printing landscape. Their expertise and industry connections are key to better understand the needs and potentials of Hesse’s 3D-printing champions.”

Simon Schneider
Project Manager, HESSEN TRADE & INVEST

“AMPOWER’s experienced team provided ExOne with well-researched technical and market insights into the European metal 3D printing market, and helped us craft smarter strategies to expand our technology in that market.”

John Hartner
CEO ExOne

“Thanks to our innovation strength, almost three decades of expertise in PA12 powders for additive manufacturing, and a strong industry partner network with AMPOWER at our side, we’re today a PIONEER for ready-to-use 3D printing materials. We know the right buttons to optimize our production processes and to expand our capacities along market growth. That’s how we lead beyond chemistry.”

Dominic Stoerkle
Head of Additive Manufacturing Innovation Growth Field, EVONIK INDUSTRIES AG

“Additive Manufacturing is a key strategic component of NIKON’s vision for Digital Manufacturing. With their market and technology expertise, AMPOWER has proven to be a valuable asset for our investment decision making processes.”

Hamid Zarringhalam
Corporate Vice President – Nikon Corporation
CEO – Nikon Ventures Corporation

“AMPOWER combines a systematic approach with a high level of expertise in Additive Manufacturing. With the help of AMPOWER, Oerlikon was able to enhance its quality management of Additive Manufacturing to the aviation level within a very short time.”

Frank Lehmann
CEO Oerlikon AM Europe GmbH (a company of Oerlikon Group)

“I found that the AMPOWER Report provided very comprehensive insights for Additive Manufacturing on the market. What I liked most about the analysis is that AMPOWER includes supplier and user into their assessment which delivers a more differentiated view on the forecast of the industry. Anyone with a serious intention to generate revenues with Additive Manufacturing is well advised to use the AMPOWER Report as a reference to challenge their strategy.”

Markus Seibold
VP Additive Manufacturing, SIEMENS ENERGY

“With AMPOWER, we have been able to develop decisive competitive advantages in the market. The team’s independent expertise in regulated industries such as medical and aerospace is unique on the market.”

Matthias Müller
Branch Manager Aerospace, TRUMPF Laser-und Systemtechnik GmbH

“Winoa, the global steel abrasives manufacturing leader, specializing in shot blasting solutions, abrasive media, and a wide range of services and cutting-edge technologies, turned to AMPOWER for profound guidance into the Additive Manufacturing landscape. AMPOWER’s invaluable market data and insights have empowered us to make strategic decisions that will shape our future with precision.”

Ramesh Krishnan
CEO, WINOA GROUP

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