ARBURG Exits Additive Manufacturing Business
ARBURG has announced its withdrawal from the additive manufacturing sector, ceasing production and sales of its freeformer additive manufacturing systems.
ARBURG has officially exited the additive manufacturing business. The company announced its decision to cease production and sales of its freeformer additive manufacturing systems.
This move marks a significant shift for ARBURG, a company historically known for its injection molding technology. The freeformer systems, which ARBURG developed to produce functional components from standard plastic granules, will no longer be manufactured or sold.
Customers who have already purchased freeformer machines will continue to receive support and service. ARBURG has stated that spare parts and technical assistance will remain available to ensure the ongoing operation of existing systems.
The company has not elaborated on the specific reasons behind this strategic withdrawal from the additive manufacturing market.
ARBURG's departure from additive manufacturing, despite developing its own unique process with the freeformer, highlights the challenges in scaling and commercializing certain AM technologies. While the company will continue to support existing users, this withdrawal suggests a strategic refocusing, potentially on its core injection molding expertise, rather than a widespread industry trend away from AM.
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