
The US manufacturer Xact Metal recorded the highest order intake in the company’s history in the first quarter of 2025. According to CEO Juan Mario Gomez, orders increased by over 60% compared to the same period last year. The company had already reported growth of 40% in the first quarter of 2024.
With its powder bed fusion systems, Xact Metal is specifically positioning itself in the entry-level and mid-range segment of metal 3D printing. The target group includes small and medium-sized companies as well as larger organizations that want to implement decentralized manufacturing solutions outside of central laboratories. The XM200G printer, which can be operated with one or two lasers and is designed for applications in manufacturing, research and defense, is particularly in demand.
The company attributes the latest growth spurt primarily to consistent product development. In addition to functional enhancements to the existing printing portfolio – such as an increased installation height – the new “XM Mini” module also plays a role. The model is tailored to material development. In addition, the range of accessories has been expanded to include the “XM Sieve”, a system for recovering metal powder, which is designed to make the use of materials more efficient.
The strategy of making industrial-grade metal 3D printing accessible to broader user groups appears to be paying off. With compact machine concepts and modular extensions, Xact Metal is aimed at users who have not yet found an economically viable solution in the powder bed process. The company thus serves a niche between large industrial systems and desktop systems, which is becoming increasingly important.
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