Peak Technology Buys Type A Machines

Peak Technology, provider of rapid prototyping and advanced manufacturing solutions to the semiconductor, biomedical, aerospace and other deep tech industries, has approved a definitive agreement to acquire all the intellectual property (IP) and assets of former 3D printer technology company Type A Machines.

With this acquisition augmenting a range of custom engineering, fabrication, assembly and integration services, Peak Technology says it will improve its position as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) capable provider of design, prototyping and manufacturing solutions to global manufacturers of high-tech products and equipment.

"By adding 3D printing services and product technology to our corporate portfolio, we are making a statement to the industry that we have a world-class production system specifically designed to address the product development and manufacturing challenges faced by our customers as they navigate the ever changing requirements of the 4th Industrial Revolution,” says Robert de Neve, chief operating officer and head of Corporate Venture for Peak Technology. 

This acquisition is complementary to Peak Technology’s portfolio of products and services, the ocmpany reports. In addition to complementing Peak’s subtractive manufacturing (CNC machining) capabilities, pre-AM, in situ-AM, and post-AM processes provide productization and realization solutions to OEMs worldwide.

About Type A Machines

Type A Machines was a company known for producing large build volume 3D printers, particularly their "Series 1" model, and multi-unit “Printer Pod,” which offered a cubic foot of printing space, making it suitable for larger projects and professional applications, according to the company.

Key points about Type A Machines 3D printing:

• Large build volume
• Modular design
• Material compatibility
• Range of materials including PLA, PET, and nylon
• Maker movement roots
• Focus on high throughput and production linearity

About Peak Technology

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, CA, Peak Technology specializes in producing components, assemblies and modules made from engineered plastics and other technical materials. The company provides the following services to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) building complex electro-mechanical, optical, and mechatronic products and equipment:

1. Materials Science & Selection
2. Design For Manufacturing (DFM) & Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM)
3. New Product Introduction & Manufacturing Systems Engineering
4. Additive & Subtractive Component Manufacturing
5. Modular Manufacturing, System Integration & Process Automation
6. Spares, Repairs & Refurbishing