Considering the current geopolitical turmoil and an increased focus on technological renewal in the defense sector, 3D Makers Zone has decided to intensify its work with feasibility studies related to the defense industry. The intended delivery of the eMELT industrial machine has thus initially been replaced by a Freemelt ONE which is optimized for material and application development with a special focus on defense-related applications. 3D Makers Zone will initially rent the Freemelt ONE machine with the intention to supplement with an eMELT machine in the event of advancement in the feasibility studies with industrial customers in the Netherlands.

3D Makers Zone is a technology and innovation center based on the AM Campus Amsterdam and serves as a key player in the industry's transition to additive manufacturing. Through extensive experience, a strong network of strategic partnerships, and access to a wide range of AM systems, 3D Makers Zone actively contributes to accelerating the industrialization 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”, says 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”, says Viktor Valk, Regional president EMEA.