Nikon: Makes Morf3D, a US subsidiary, a subsidiary: Advances into spacecraft parts
-Targeting small and medium-sized satellites-
Nikon:
On April 6, it announced that it had acquired a majority stake in Morf3D in the United States and made it a subsidiary.
Morf3D:
Based in California, USA.
“3D printing” A specialized company engaged in metal lamination processing.
Positioned as the top class in the United States in spacecraft-related parts and contract production.
Has many of the major Western spacecraft manufacturers as customers,
We have also obtained the necessary spacecraft-related certification.
Expansion of material processing business:
After acquiring a majority stake in Morf3D
Utilizing the business foundation owned by Morf3D,
Aim to expand the material processing business.
Contract processing for small and medium-sized satellites:
In particular, the market is expanding rapidly due to the demand for acquisition and analysis of the Internet and earth observation images.
With Morf3D’s customer base for small and medium-sized satellites
Combining Nikon’s precision processing technology,
It plans to develop a contract processing business.
CNET Japan
https://japan.cnet.com/article/35168911/
Nikon to acquire majority ownership of Morf3D
Nikon Corporation, Tokyo, Japan,
has acquired majority ownership of metal Additive Manufacturing company Morf3D Inc., El Segundo, California, USA.
Morf3D
specialises in AM and engineering for the aerospace, space and defence industries.
Nikon reportedly manufactures some of the most precise equipment in the world, with its products
being used in applications ranging from advanced semiconductor manufacturing and mass production of panels
for televisions and smart devices, to medical systems, automotive and satellites.
In July 2019, the company
established its Next Generation Project Division to accelerate the launch of new growth businesses, including materials processing technologies.
Yuichi Shibazaki, Corporate vice president and General Manager of Next Generation Project Division of Nikon stated,
Morf3D has proven leadership in metal additive technology, a strong innovation pipeline and highly specialised aerospace manufacturing qualifications.
It also brings a team of experts accustomed to partnering with customers to achieve their unique requirements.
This combination is well-aligned with Nikon’s vision for accelerating industrialisation of AM through innovation,
and we look forward to working together to deliver exciting next-generation AM solutions to customers globally.
http://www.metal-am.com/nikon-to-acquire-majority-ownership-of-morf3d/
Additive Manufacturing – Morf3D