- In November 2023, WAAM3D has been honored with the ATI Hub Breakthrough Award at the Aerospace Technology and Innovation (ATI) Awards. This award recognizes the UK-based start-up demonstrating significant potential to impact aerospace and contribute to achieving net zero 2050 for commercial flight. The accolade was presented by Harry Malins, Chief Innovation Officer of ATI, and Holly Greig, Deputy Director of Aviation Decarbonisation at the Department for Transport. The judging panel was impressed by WAAM3D's innovation in wire arc additive manufacturing, its alignment with market needs, and its contributions to the UK aerospace sector
- In June 2023, WAAM3D has unveiled WAAMCtrl R v2 during TCT360, marking a significant upgrade to their renowned software. Developed since 2015, this comprehensive operating system is tailored for RoboWAAM®, a cutting-edge multi-meter 3D metal additive printing platform. Designed to cater to aerospace, defense, energy, and research sectors, WAAMCtrl® v2 enhances operational capabilities and functionality
- In April 2022, WAAM3D installed a RoboWAAM Advanced system in Singapore, marking a significant milestone. The recipient of this installation is Addept3D, a joint venture between WAAM3D and Accuron Technologies Limited. Addept3D will spearhead the promotion of WAAM technology across Southeast Asia through marketing, business development, consultancy, partner development, and technical services. They will offer WAAM solutions for various applications and provide first-right-part building services. Additionally, Addept3D is equipped to produce end-use parts and collaborate on research and development projects with research institutes and customers
- In October 2023, DEEP and RAMLAB are collaborating to establish one of Europe's largest multi-arm WAAM manufacturing capabilities. This initiative aims to produce pressure vessels certified for human occupancy. Leveraging the partnership with RAMLAB, the company is poised to harness the full potential of multi-arm WAAM technology to achieve this significant milestone
- In September 2023, Ramlab collaborated with partner DEEP, RAMLAB is contributing to a groundbreaking project that aims to revolutionize access to and understanding of the planet’s oceans. DEEP is unveiling the DEEP Sentinel system, a scalable, modular, and autonomous subsea station designed for deployments up to 200 meters below the surface. This innovative system, built primarily using Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) with RAMLAB's MaxQ Monitoring & Control technology, will significantly enhance access to the world’s continental shelves and the Epipelagic Zone (sunlight zone), which hosts over 90% of marine life
