The Japanese Ministry of Defense is investing in 3D printing technology from SPEE3D

Australian 3D printer manufacturer SPEE3D It announced that it has entered into a partnership with the Japanese Ministry of Defense. The Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces (JGSDF) uses WarpSPEE3D and XSPEE3D printers to support local defense capabilities and enhance academic training.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to expand our presence in Japan and the Asia-Pacific region. It is a true honor to work with the Japanese Army. Our goal is to train and prepare the Army to use the XSPEE3D printer in the field to solve their most pressing supply chain problems,” said Byron Kennedy, SPEE3D CEO. With parts manufactured quickly to order.

The technology behind SPEE3D:

• WarpSPEE3D: It is SPEE3D’s first large format metal printer. This can produce large metal parts in minutes or hours, making it more cost-effective and scalable than traditional manufacturing methods.
• XSPEE3D: This latest model offers powerful and mobile metal additive manufacturing capability. Using SPEE3D’s patented cold jet 3D printing technology and additional equipment in a ready-to-ship container, XSPEE3D enables metal parts to be printed in remote locations – an invaluable advantage for the Army.

SPEE3D technology is already being used by many defense forces around the world, including in field trials conducted by the Australian, US and British militaries. Thanks to this technology, the Japanese Self-Defense Forces can produce critical spare parts from a variety of materials, such as 6061 aluminum, aluminum bronze, copper, and stainless steel, in minutes or hours.

As part of the partnership, SPEE3D will provide comprehensive training, support and maintenance to the JGSDF for both WarpSPEE3D and XSPEE3D.

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