Daimler NextGenAM project develops inexpensive 3D printing process for metal hardware -

Daimler’s NextGenAM project to develop an automated metallic 3D printing process has concluded. Launched in May 2017, the results of the pilot demonstrate the potential to replace conventional aluminum part manufacturing techniques and cut costs by up to 50% in comparison to traditional 3D. The project is conducted in partnership with Premium AEROTEC and EOS. Daimler claims no manual work is required at any stage of the process. The additive manufacturing process is currently being used by Daimler’s truck unit creating replacement brackets for truck diesel engines.