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AddWorks – refers to the collaboration with GE’s Additive. “Germany is the global innovation hub for
additive experts on product identification, design, additive manufacturing. Right here, at the heart of
material selection and on additive facility setup. the additive revolution, the centre will operate as
Users can build prototypes and see designs come to the interface between customers and our teams,
life. With the low rate initial production, it is possible combining the strengths of Germany’s Concept Laser
to build multiple parts and develop operations and Sweden’s Arcam, both leading providers of
process prior to full rate production. additive machines and services. We look forward to
working closely with European companies and insti-
The Additive Academy is a set of trainings from the tutes, allowing them to fully realize the transformative
GE team of additive experts in all aspects of additive potential that additive design and manufacturing can
manufacturing. Spare parts and powder – Access to bring. We’re excited about the types of products they
GE’s team who can provide field service knowledge, will design and the improvements they can make to
spares and operational support to customers. their operations using additive.”
The presence of leading guests and GE Additive’s Customer Experience Centers is an
dignitaries integral part of GE Additive’s strategy to accelerate
the adoption rate of additive manufacturing with
More than 150 guests and dignitaries from business, businesses worldwide. Still in the context of facilities,
politics and academia came to Munich for the GE and Concept Laser laid the foundation for a new
opening, and got a chance to tour the facility after facility in Lichtenfels (Germany). Concept Laser will
the ribbon cutting ceremony. Guests also heard from establish a new location for 3D metal printing in
different speakers, including representatives from Lichtenfels and expand its activities in order to push
BMW and Oerlikon, on how they see the future of the 3D printing market forward. Just like the CEC in
additive manufacturing. Munich, this facility in Lichtenfels will also lead to
“The opening of our Customer Experience Centre big investments, the creation of new jobs as well
here in Munich marks a great milestone for us,” said as the rapid adoption of additive manufacturing in
Robert Griggs, Customer Success Leader at GE the region.

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