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Stratasys and AM Craft Partner to Boost Flight-Certified 3D Printed Parts in Aviation
Slice of Manufacturing Team
July 01, 2024
Key Highlights:
Stratasys and AM Craft sign a definitive commercial collaboration agreement.
AM Craft holds EASA Part 21G Production Organization Approval.
Partnership to address supply chain challenges with 3D printing.
AM Craft to own and operate Additive Flight Solutions (AFS) in Singapore.
13 printers producing over 28,000 flight parts to date.
Source (Business Wire)
Notable Quotes:
"Additive manufacturing addresses those challenges by cost-effectively producing at the rates and volumes required. AM Craft’s EASA-approved approach to certification takes this burden off the end customer."
"Aligning with Stratasys will further strengthen the confidence of our customers that we can supply them with needed parts."
"We believe that this collaboration with Stratasys, as well as other major aviation suppliers and distributors, will help us to accelerate our future growth."
Our Take:
The partnership between Stratasys and AM Craft marks a significant milestone in the aviation industry's adoption of 3D printing technology. By leveraging AM Craft's EASA-certified production capabilities and Stratasys' leadership in additive manufacturing, this collaboration addresses critical supply chain challenges. The ability to produce flight-certified parts on-demand and locally is a game-changer, offering airlines and MROs a more agile and efficient solution. This strategic move is expected to accelerate the growth of 3D printed parts in aviation, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime for airlines globally.