3D Systems to buy DMSLS printer manufacturer Phenix Systems
June 18, 2013
3D Systems, based in South Carolina, USA, has announced that it has signed agreements to acquire approximately 80% of the French manufacturer of direct metal selective laser sintering (DMSLS) machines, Phenix Systems based in Riom, France.
The Phenix PXL is used for the production of metal
parts
Phenix Systems designs, manufactures and sells proprietary direct metal 3D Printers that can print chemically pure fully dense metal and ceramic parts from very fine powders with the granularity of 6 to 9 microns. Materials include stainless steel, tool steel, super alloys, non-ferrous alloys, precious metals and alumina for a variety of aerospace, automotive and patient specific medical device applications.
The combination of Phenix Systems unique Direct Metal technology with 3D Systems’ extensive technology portfolio strengthens the company’s offerings and immediately positions it at the heart of the fast-growing aerospace, automotive, defence and patient specific healthcare manufacturing opportunities, stated the company.
“Phenix represents the perfect strategic fit for us and we are thrilled to welcome François Reymondet, Patrick Teulet and their entire team to 3D Systems once the deal has closed,” stated Avi Reichental, President and CEO, 3D Systems. “Our complementary capabilities in advanced manufacturing combined with our effective R&D and extensive marketplace reach and coverage are sure to result in current and future direct metal solutions that will delight our customers.”
Metal structure produced using the Phenix PXL
“We have watched and admired 3D Systems for many years as they have driven the adoption of 3D content-to-print solutions globally. We believe that now is the right time to combine our efforts to take advantage of the accelerating demand for direct metal production,” added François Reymondet, CEO of Phenix Systems.
After customary closing conditions are met and the acquisition closes, 3D Systems intends to launch a take-over bid on the remaining 20% of the shares of Phenix Systems, it was announced.
Posted by: Paul Whittaker, Editor ipmd.net, [email protected]
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