EOS North America Introduces AM Turnkey

EOS North America’s Additive Minds applied engineering group has launched its AM Turnkey consulting program, removing common roadblocks associated with industrial 3D printing by refining the steps for additive manufacturing (AM) production. Upon conclusion of an AM Turnkey program, what is delivered is a Proof of Production guarantee on the customer’s own machine(s).

 “AM Turnkey was created based on customer demand,” says Dr. Gregory Hayes, senior vice president of applied technology at EOS North America. “The organizations we typically work with are market leaders, industry disruptors and national research labs. These clients are working on high-priority projects that cannot be delayed by engineering hurdles, AM system installations and internal team training. We believe the best outcomes for our customers are achieved with deep collaboration, and the AM Turnkey program is yet another way to showcase our commitment to bringing customers’ desired production results to fruition.” 

To accommodate AM Turnkey projects, EOS constructed a dedicated, secure area within its Pflugerville, TX, technical center. The team provides real-time management and oversight of projects by Additive Minds engineers and service technicians. AM Turnkey pilot customers have the option to have badged employees on site to collaborate directly with EOS on all project stages, from material science to production and post-processing.

The AM Turnkey program includes: 

• Detailed project mapping tailored to customer project timelines and requirements
• 3D printer setup, secure system configuration and a dedicated ITAR compliant machine bay
• Customer access to purchased system for the duration of the project, including access to the on-site Additive Minds engineering team
• Proof of Production guarantee and training handoff, based on customer preference

“AM continues to carve out its place and grow its share in the greater manufacturing world,” says Glynn Fletcher, president of EOS North America. “AM Turnkey is a unique offering that leverages all the strengths of EOS as an organization to accelerate and de-risk industrial 3D printing applications. It's tailored to organizations who know AM, understand what is required to achieve successful production and know that working shoulder-to-shoulder with EOS on their own machines will get their applications to production significantly quicker.”

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.