Avio Aero, a prominent player in the aerospace industry, is expanding its additive manufacturing capabilities with a new facility in Brindisi, Italy. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2018, this 1,000 square meter facility will house state-of-the-art equipment for metal 3D printing.
Led by Facility & Maintenance Manager Davide Rausa and Additive Manufacturing Leader Dario Mantegazza, the facility will feature Concept Laser machines with Direct Metal Laser Melting (DMLM) technology, enhancing the company’s production capabilities. This expansion marks a strategic move by Avio Aero to leverage advanced additive manufacturing techniques for the production of parts for the GE Catalyst engine.
The GE Catalyst engine, designed with additive manufacturing in mind, represents a significant milestone in aviation technology. With over 30% of its components produced using additive techniques, the engine offers improved efficiency and reduced weight, contributing to enhanced aircraft performance.
Collaboration between Avio Aero and GE Additive underscores the industry’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement. The new facility in Brindisi will play a vital role in advancing additive manufacturing techniques, supported by the Italian government’s recognition of additive manufacturing as a key enabling technology.
As Avio Aero continues to invest in cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology, the aerospace industry can anticipate further advancements in aircraft design and production, driven by a commitment to excellence and innovation.
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