Freemelt receives machine order from the Dutch technology hub 3D Makers Zone
April 7, 2025
Freemelt AB, based in Mölndal, Sweden, has received an order for its Freemelt ONE Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-EB) Additive Manufacturing machine from 3D Makers Zone, Haarlem, the Netherlands. Machine delivery is expected in Q2 2025.
In light of the current geopolitical turmoil and an increased focus on technological renewal in the defence sector, 3D Makers Zone decided to intensify its work with feasibility studies related to the defence industry. This led the organisation to change its previous order of an eMELT industrial machine with the Freemelt ONE, a machine optimised for material and application development with a special focus on defence-related applications. 3D Makers Zone will initially rent the Freemelt ONE machine with the intention to supplement with an eMELT machine should it be required to carry through feasibility studies with industrial customers in the Netherlands.
3D Makers Zone is a technology and innovation centre based on the AM Campus Amsterdam. Through extensive experience, a strong network of strategic partnerships, and access to a wide range of AM systems, 3D Makers Zone works actively to contribute to the accelerated industrialisation of Additive Manufacturing.
“We are very pleased with the cooperation with Freemelt for the start of our metal field lab, Meltonic. By introducing metal printing, the AM Campus Amsterdam covers all possible materials and AM technologies. It will accelerate cooperation in the Dutch market in order to answer today’s global challenges in the industry,” stated Herman van Bolhuis, CEO 3D Makers Zone
“The delivery of our first Freemelt ONE machine to the Netherlands marks an important step in expanding our presence in the region. This collaboration with 3D Makers Zone strengthens our position in the Dutch R&D landscape and reinforces our commitment to advancing Additive Manufacturing for industrial applications. We look forward to supporting innovation and new material development that will drive the future of AM technology in the Netherlands and beyond,” added Viktor Valk, Regional President EMEA, Freemelt.
