Nikon SLM Solutions Partners with Hartech Group to Supply Additive Manufacturing Technology to U.S. Department of Defense
Long Beach, California – April 18, 2024 – Nikon SLM Solutions, a global leader in metal additive manufacturing, has announced a strategic partnership with Hartech Group, a U.S.-based advanced technology equipment supplier and contracting authority for the Federal Government.
This alliance is poised to enhance the additive manufacturing capabilities provided to the U.S. Department of Defense, aligning with the government’s objectives for technological superiority.
"This partnership represents a milestone for Hartech Group and Nikon SLM Solutions as we extend our reach into the federal sector," said Gary Bredael of Hartech Group. "Our collaboration will bring our top-tier systems and solutions to the forefront of the U.S. Department of Defense’s innovative initiatives."
Hartech Group's established presence and proven track record with the Federal Government make them the ideal partner for Nikon SLM Solutions. Their expertise in project execution and equipment supply aligns with Nikon SLM Solutions' commitment to delivering industry-leading additive manufacturing technology.
The collaboration is expected to foster new advancements and applications in metal additive manufacturing, propelling both Hartech Group and Nikon SLM Solutions to new heights in service to the defense community. By providing full turnkey solutions, Hartech Group, together with Nikon SLM Solutions, is set to support the DOD, DOE, and NASA's growing needs for manufacturing agility and innovation.
"This is a defining moment for both organizations," added Garett Purdon and Graham Boyd from Nikon SLM Solutions. "We are eager to see how our combined efforts with Hartech Group will support the complex and critical missions of the United States' defense and energy sectors."
For more information on Nikon SLM Solutions and its ventures, please visit Nikon SLM Solutions' website.
About Hartech
Hartech Group is an advanced technolgy equipement supplier and prime contractor of full service project execution. Hartech Group understands the needs and had worked with the Federal Government for many years suppling samll and large machines with cutting edge technology.
About Nikon SLM Solutions
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a global provider of integrated metal additive manufacturing solutions. Leading the industry since its inception, it continues to drive the future of metal AM in every major industry with its customers’ long-term success at its core. Nikon SLM Solutions is home to the world’s fastest metal additive manufacturing machines boasting up to 12 lasers and enabling build rates of up to 1000ccm/h. With a portfolio of systems to suit every customer's needs, along with its team of experts closely collaborating at every stage of the process, Nikon SLM Solutions leads the way on return on investment with maximum efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Nikon SLM Solutions believes that additive manufacturing is the future of manufacturing and has the desire and capability to take its customers there – right now.
Nikon SLM Solutions AG is a Company headquartered in Germany, with offices in Canada, China, France, India, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States.
Further information is available on www.slm-solutions.com.