Nikon SLM Solutions sells its 1,000th machine to Bosch to drive innovation in automotive industry
November 22, 2024
Nikon SLM Solutions has announced the sale of its 1,000th machine — an NXG XII 600 Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) Additive Manufacturing machine — to Robert Bosch GmbH.
Bosch is expected to use its NXG XII 600 to optimise the production of critical parts for powertrain technology, hydrogen and electric drive applications from its 3D Printing Manufacturing and Processing Centre in Nuremberg, Germany. Here, the company focuses on the use of Additive Manufacturing in both prototyping and serial production.
“We’re honoured to celebrate our 1,000th system milestone with Bosch, a longstanding partner who truly understands the transformative power of Additive Manufacturing,” stated Sam O’Leary, Nikon SLM Solutions’ CEO. “The NXG XII 600 is designed for high-output production environments, and we look forward to seeing Bosch leverage this technology to push boundaries in automotive and beyond.”
The NXG XII 600 features a twelve-laser configuration and is suitable for the production of large-scale, high-quality components, particularly those made from more challenging materials like aluminium alloys. The machine includes an exchangeable build cylinder to minimise downtime and a closed-loop powder handling system that prioritises operator safety and material efficiency.
