What We Do

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) is a large-format metal 3D-printing technology that uses industrial welding wire and robotic automation to produce high-value components faster and with significantly less waste.

Our facility supports the defense, energy, marine, aerospace, and general manufacturing sectors, providing rapid, reliable metal part production for critical systems.

Core Capabilities

Large-Format Metal Additive Manufacturing

We produce metal components that traditionally require long lead times, specialized castings, or multi-step weldments.

Ideal for:

• Thick-walled structural components

• Brackets, flanges, fixtures, and clevises

• Replacement parts for legacy platforms

• Preforms for finish machining
  
  

Why it matters:
Customers and investors benefit from reduced lead times and lower manufacturing risk.

Multi-Alloy Expertise

Our WAAM technology supports deposition of multiple industrial metals, including:

• Titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V)

• Nickel alloys (e.g., Inconel series)

• Stainless steels (300 & 400 series)

• Carbon and low-alloy steels

• Aluminum alloys (based on wire availability)
  
  

Why it matters:
This broadens our reach across defense, energy, and industrial markets.

Accelerated Lead Times

WAAM enables parts to be produced up to 80% faster than traditional casting or machining workflows.

Key advantages:

• No foundry patterns

• No multi-month casting queues

• Rapid redesign and prototyping

• Reduced machining time
  
  

Why it matters:
Fast production supports mission readiness, maintenance operations, and industrial uptime.

Material & Cost Efficiency

Where traditional machining may waste 60–90% of a billet, WAAM uses 95–98% of the wire feedstock.

This is especially impactful for high-cost metals such as titanium and nickel alloys.

Why it matters:
Investors and government reviewers see immediate value in reduced waste and cost.

High-Integrity Metallurgy

Our process achieves mechanical properties that can approach wrought material standards through:

• Controlled heat input

• Inter-layer thermal management

• Optional cold-work strategies

• Post-process heat treatments
  
  

Why it matters:
We produce reliable, certifiable metal components suitable for demanding applications.

Full Digital Traceability

Each build integrates:

• Real-time process monitoring

• Digital logs for every layer

• Parameter control for repeatability

• Secure documentation for QA and audits
  
  

Why it matters:
Defense and energy sectors require strict documentation—WAAM meets that need.

Why WAAM Matters to This Region

Our capabilities directly support the Gulf Coast industrial ecosystem, including:

• Shipbuilding & Marine (Austal USA, Ingalls, regional subs)

• Defense & Aerospace (Eglin AFB, Tyndall AFB, NAS Pensacola)

• Energy & Petrochemical

• Industrial Manufacturing & MRO
  
  

WAAM strengthens a supply chain currently limited by casting shortages, machining backlogs, and aging legacy parts.
We help ensure that critical systems stay operational and mission-ready.

Why WAAM Is a Strategic Investment

• High demand + limited supply in the U.S. manufacturing base
  
  

• Replaces slow or unavailable casting routes
  
  

• Supports national defense and industrial resilience
  
  

• High-value, high-margin manufacturing technology
  
  

• Aligned with federal funding and reshoring initiatives