Additive manufacturing for the Mechanics and Machinery industry

Absolute precision, flawless mechanical characteristics, reliability and process repeatability are key features in mechanical engineering. And all this can be achieved by making parts using additive manufacturing, with the advantage that the final shape of the parts can also be improved to increase their performance.

To explore the innovative world of additive manufacturing, we support you during the design phase, assessing together with you the most suitable tools for your goal and recommending the most suitable technology and materials.

Prima Additive for mechanical engineering and machinery

Find out what we do for the mechanical engineering and machinery sector

In mechanical engineering and industrial machinery, achieving absolute precision, exceptional mechanical properties, and consistent process repeatability is essential. Metal additive manufacturing (AM) has transformed this landscape, enabling the creation of parts that meet these demands while enhancing performance through optimized designs.


Prima Additive is dedicated to guiding you through the innovative possibilities of metal AM. Our solutions help you harness the potential of this technology, offering tailored support in the design phase to select the most effective tools, technologies, and materials for your goals.


Metal additive manufacturing is a powerful enabler in mechanical engineering and industrial machinery, allowing manufacturers to work with metal alloys featuring optimal mechanical properties while optimizing and redesigning parts for functional excellence.


At Prima Additive, we integrate additive manufacturing technologies into our own development and production workflows to boost machine performance and accelerate innovation. Our laser heads for Direct Energy Deposition are manufactured using Powder Bed Fusion, improving their efficiency, reducing the number of components, and minimizing the need for inventory.


By adopting Prima Additive’s advanced AM solutions, companies in the mechanical engineering and machinery sectors can push the limits of innovation, enhance competitiveness, and redefine manufacturing standards.
 

Enhanced Component Performance

Metal AM allows for the optimization of parts for specific mechanical properties, improving the performance and longevity of industrial machinery.

Complex Assemblies Reduced to Fewer Parts

Reduces the complexity and increases the reliability of mechanical systems by consolidating multiple components into single, more efficient parts.

Rapid Response to Machinery Downtime

Quick production of replacement parts minimizes downtime and maintenance costs for industrial machinery.

Solutions

Find your ideal solution

We are at your service to help you identify which of the components you currently produce are best suited to additive technology. We will support you in choosing the most suitable materials for your application and in determining the best printing strategy to create your parts.

We will support you in design, prototyping and production of the final parts, giving you the opportunity to experiment with new shapes and digitally customize each part according to its use.

Main Applications of Metal Additive Manufacturing in the Industrial Sector

Behind every innovation there is a Prima Additive machine

  • Gearboxes and drive components with optimized internal geometries for increased efficiency and reduced noise.
  • Custom tooling and fixtures for automated assembly lines, improving manufacturing precision and productivity.
  • High-strength, wear-resistant components for heavy machinery, extending the lifespan and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
     

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