At the DEFEA 2025 defense exhibition in Athens, BigRep is presenting its industrial large-format 3D printer IPSO 105, designed for use in mission-critical and technical environments. The system is specifically targeted at defense users, maintenance operations, and field units requiring mechanically robust plastic components that can be produced quickly and on-site.
The IPSO 105 features an actively temperature-controlled build chamber, allowing the processing of high-performance polymers under consistent and repeatable conditions. Its dual-extrusion system supports processing temperatures up to 450 degrees Celsius. This enables the use of materials such as polycarbonate (PC), carbon fiber-reinforced polyamide (PA-CF), high-temperature resistant PEKK-CF, and flexible materials like TPU. These materials are used in applications that demand strength, resistance to heat or chemicals—such as structural mounts, functional spare parts, or customized tooling components.
“With the IPSO 105, we give our customers the ability to manufacture parts on demand and directly on-site—whether in workshops or mobile field units,” said Thomas Janics-Jakomini, CEO of BigRep. “In the defense sector, rapid response is essential. The IPSO provides the flexibility required for maintenance, retrofitting, and fixture production.”
The live demonstration at DEFEA is being conducted in partnership with Greek distributor Thes3D. Visitors can view real-world parts representative of military requirements, including large replacement components and custom mounting aids that are difficult or slow to procure through conventional supply chains. The emphasis is on using additive manufacturing to ensure operational readiness in technically demanding scenarios.
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