GF Machining Solutions Partners with 3D Systems

GF Machining Solutions LLC (Lincolnshire, IL) and 3D Systems (Rock Hill, SC) announced their strategic cooperation for jointly developed, integrated manufacturing systems based on 3D printing, including the development of a new generation of 3D printing systems that will combine 3D Systems’ metals additive manufacturing expertise with GF Machining Solutions subtractive metal manufacturing expertise to enable more seamless and efficient workflow systems through integration of 3D printers, materials, software and electrical discharge machining (EDM), as well as milling and laser equipment. This new generation is designed to produce complex metal parts within tight tolerances at a lower total cost of operation.

“We are excited about this new partnership of two industrial leaders,” stated Yves Serra, the chief executive officer of GF. “With the combined experience and expertise of both companies, we are well positioned to bring to our customers new manufacturing solutions based on 3D printing.”

“This partnership brings together two customer-centric innovators to redefine metals manufacturing,” added Vyomesh Joshi, the president and chief executive officer of 3D Systems. “As industry leaders, we both share the same vision for transforming manufacturing. We are looking forward to delivering integrated technology systems that elevate the customer’s processes and provide significant competitive advantage through reduced production time, faster time to part, and overall lower total cost of operation.”

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