Firestorm Labs has secured exclusive distribution rights for the mobile deployment of HP’s Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology. At the heart of the collaboration is Firestorm’s xCell system, a modular manufacturing solution housed in two 20-foot containers, designed for global deployment. The combination of additive manufacturing and mobile infrastructure targets applications in remote areas, crisis zones, and military operations.
“This agreement is a game-changer,” said Ian Muceus, Co-Founder and CTO of Firestorm. “For nearly a decade, we’ve trusted HP’s technology to meet high-volume, high-quality demands of polymer additive manufacturing. Now, we’re able to take that capability directly to the edge—military bases, disaster zones, and remote medical outposts—where time and logistics matter most. HP has built an incredibly mature ecosystem of equipment that supports the print process, and this collaboration is going to take everything to the next level. We’re excited to keep pushing boundaries, fine-tuning print settings, developing new materials, and maximizing throughput, material properties, and lightweighting.”
The system is designed to operate independently of local power infrastructure. It can run on grid power, generators, or battery systems. Combined with HP’s MJF-based polymer printing systems, it enables on-site production of functional parts and components—such as for drone systems or medical aids. This addresses logistical challenges like long delivery times, material shortages, or lack of infrastructure.
HP’s François Minec, VP & Global Head of Sales and Business Development at HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions, echoed the excitement for the collaboration, adding, “This isn’t just about best-in-class 3D printers. It’s about empowering first responders, aid organizations, and military units with the ability to manufacture solutions wherever they are. We’re excited to help build a future where distributed, on-demand production becomes the norm and makes a difference in people’s lives. Our vision is to empower businesses and communities with scalable, localized production that enhances efficiency, reduces waste, and provides critical solutions when and where they’re needed most.”
In addition to the technical collaboration, training programs for professionals in operation, maintenance, and logistics will be promoted. The development of mobile production infrastructure opens up new application fields for additive manufacturing—especially where flexibility and speed are decisive.
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