consolidation
Global Materials Group Acquires Canadian Hardfacing Metal Firm, Boosting 3D Printing Portfolio
Consolidation in the additive manufacturing (AM) service bureau segment continues to take place. The latest news sees international provider Wall Colmonoy acquire Indurate Alloys Ltd., a Canadian supplier of hardfacing…
Quintus Technologies: Enabling a More Appropriate Additive Process Chain
When I attended the ASTM F42/ISO TC 261 meetings in nearby Columbus, Ohio, I had the opportunity to participate in two facility tours. We visited The Ohio State University’s Center…
Will Stratasys Merge with HP? – Dream Mergers and Acquisitions
In the first quarter 2024 earnings call for Stratasys (Nasdaq: SSYS), Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Troy Jensen hinted at a potentially game-changing future for the company, saying: “I personally believe you…
3D Printing Reseller MatterHackers Acquires Source Graphics
Leading 3D printer reseller MatterHackers has acquired 2D and 3D printer reseller Source Graphics. The company aims to expand its printer lineup and consolidate its position in the Southern California…
Advanced Manufacturing Firm Zeda Acquires The Orthopedic Implant Company
Zeda, the San Francisco-based provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, announced that it has acquired The Orthopedic Implant Company (OIC), a medical device manufacturer based in Reno, Nevada, for an undisclosed…
3D Printing Consolidation or Collaboration? The Driving Theme of AMS 2024
One of the defining features of the Additive Manufacturing Strategies (AMS) business summit has been its emphasis on the financial aspects of the 3D printing market. That was no different…
Oerlikon to Consolidate 3D Printing Operations into the U.S.
The rearranging of supply chains is developing in an interesting way, as corporate conglomerates establish the necessary hubs for their manufacturing operations. One trend that is particularly unique is that…
The Role of Private Equity in 3D Printing Service Consolidation
Amid looming concerns about a shaky economy, rising inflation, and climbing interest rates, private equity (PE) is stepping into the spotlight as a major player in the 3D printing world….
3D Printing Archipelago: Islands of In-company 3D Printing Bureaus
In essence, I believe that the 3D printing industry is turning into Indonesia. Rather than have a market that is ostensibly globalized or local in nature, the sector will have…
