Nikon SLM Solutions, Lübeck, Germany, and NB Additive, North Richland, Texas, USA, have entered into a strategic partnership intended to expand access to production-scale metal Additive Manufacturing systems and support the implementation of integrated manufacturing workflows across North America.

The collaboration combines Nikon SLM Solutions’ multi-laser metal Additive Manufacturing machines with NB Additive’s experience in workflow integration, production strategy and manufacturing implementation. The companies expect their partnership to help manufacturers transition from prototyping to serial production.