Key Takeaways
- DMG Mori Federal Services (DMFS) has been selected to participate in the Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability (JAMA) IV Pilot Parts Program, a $10 million, 5-year contract.
- The program aims to establish a supplier base for additive manufacturing (AM) parts for the US military.
- DMFS will compete with other companies, including Nikon AM Synergy, to sell 3D printed components to the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
- The company's work in the program will be supported by its new Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center in Chicago, funded by $40 million from the State of Illinois.
Introduction to DMG Mori's Involvement in US Defense 3D Printing
The US government has been increasingly focusing on leveraging federal power to shape national industrial policy, with a particular emphasis on additive manufacturing (AM) in the defense sector. This has led companies like DMG Mori to invest in and expand their domestic US operations to strengthen their relationships with the Department of Defense (DoD). DMG Mori Federal Services (DMFS), the US-based division of Japan's DMG Mori, has made significant progress in this regard.
The JAMA IV Pilot Parts Program
The JAMA IV Pilot Parts Program is a 5-year, $10 million contract administered by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The program aims to establish a supplier base for AM parts for the US military, with participating companies competing to sell 3D printed components to the DLA. DMFS will be participating in the program alongside other companies, including Nikon AM Synergy.
Comparison of Companies Participating in JAMA IV
| Company | Location | Contract Value |
|---|---|---|
| DMG Mori Federal Services | US | $10 million (total program funding) |
| Nikon AM Synergy | US | $10 million (total program funding) |
DMG Mori's Work in the Program
DMFS's work in the JAMA IV program will be led by Fred Carter, the company's Head of R&D. The company is also working on a Department of Energy (DOE)-backed project to develop a powder bed fusion (PBF) optimization tool, which was awarded $400,000 in funding earlier this year. All of DMFS's work with the US federal government will be supported by its new Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center in Chicago, funded by $40 million from the State of Illinois.
Bottom Line
DMG Mori Federal Services' selection to participate in the JAMA IV Pilot Parts Program marks a significant step forward for the company in the US defense 3D printing market. With its new Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center in Chicago and funding from the State of Illinois, DMFS is well-positioned to compete with other companies in the program and establish itself as a leading supplier of AM parts to the US military. The company's involvement in the program is expected to drive innovation and growth in the US defense sector, with potential applications in areas such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare.