WeAreAM invests in AddUp FormUp 350 for industrial series production

The northern Italian competence center for additive manufacturing, WeAreAM, is expanding its production capacities with the acquisition of the AddUp FormUp 350 metal 3D printer. The new system is intended to support industrial series production in the medical and aerospace industries in particular, with a focus on operational reliability, precision and productivity.

“We are excited to integrate the FormUp 350 into our expanding facility,” said Paolo Folgarait, CEO of WeAreAM. “AddUp’s technology aligns with our goal of advancing additive manufacturing on an industrial scale for the Italian market. This partnership enables us to bring enhanced safety, reliability, and productivity to our customers, supporting them as they adopt AM for high-precision applications.”

With the integration of the FormUp 350, WeAreAM aims to cover the entire value chain of additive manufacturing – from powder production to finishing and testing of parts. The FormUp 350 was chosen due to its advanced safety features, such as the Autonomous Powder Module (APM), which enables safe handling of reactive materials such as titanium. According to WeAreAM, the high precision, excellent surface finish and reliability of the system were also decisive factors.

Maurizio Romeo, CTO of WeAreAM, shared, “With over 32 years in the AM industry and 20 years focused on metal AM, I was highly impressed with the FormUp 350’s safety aspects, particularly the APM. For us, ensuring the safety of our team and customers is paramount, and the FormUp 350 stands out in this regard. Its repeatability and precision make it a powerful addition to our AM portfolio.”

Installation of the new system is planned for the first quarter of 2025. With the partnership with AddUp, WeAreAM aims to further expand the culture of additive manufacturing in Italy and create a foundation for serial production in demanding industries.