--- title: EXBuild Blog | metal 3d printing description: "metal 3d printing | EXBuild Blog: Get the latest Additive Manufacturing tutorials, best practices and news about plastic, resin, large-format, continuous fiber composite, and metal 3D printing." --- [![EXBuild-Logo-White-and-Orange-155x55](https://blog.exbuild.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EXBuild/Logos/EXBuild-Logo-White-and-Orange-155x55.png?width=155&height=55&name=EXBuild-Logo-White-and-Orange-155x55.png "EXBuild-Logo-White-and-Orange-155x55")](https://www.exbuild.com) # EXBuild Blog ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Search the Blog ### Search the Blog ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Markforged (60)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/markforged) - [3D Printing (43)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/3d-printing) - [metal 3d printing (23)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/metal-3d-printing) - [Meltio (12)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/meltio) - [Large Format (11)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/large-format) - [BigRep (10)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/bigrep) - [Case Study (8)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/case-study) - [Resin (7)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/resin) - [photocentric (4)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/photocentric) - [ESD (2)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/esd) - [EXTips (2)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/extips) - [Tech Tips (2)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/tech-tips) - [Concept Design (1)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/concept-design) - [Simulation (1)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/simulation) - [blacksmith (1)](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/blacksmith) [see all](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/metal-3d-printing#) ## [Meltio Case Study: Improving an Inert Bubble with Optimized Component Production](https://blog.exbuild.com/improving-an-inert-bubble-with-optimized-component-production) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on May 20, 2025 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [3D Printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Meltio Case Study: Improving an Inert Bubble with Optimized Component Production](https://blog.exbuild.com/hubfs/What%20is%20dual%20wire%203D%20printing%20blog%20email.png "Meltio Case Study: Improving an Inert Bubble with Optimized Component Production") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/improving-an-inert-bubble-with-optimized-component-production) This case study presents the internal evaluation of manufacturing a 150 mm diameter Adapter Plate for the Inert Bubble using Metal Additive Manufacturing with Meltio technology. The analysis compares three approaches: in-house production (Meltio LMD + partial machining), traditional full in-house machining, and outsourcing to a third-party supplier. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/improving-an-inert-bubble-with-optimized-component-production) ## [Meltio DED vs Powder-Based 3D Printing Technologies](https://blog.exbuild.com/exploring-powder-ded-technologies-key-insights) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on Mar 25, 2025 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [3D Printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Meltio DED vs Powder-Based 3D Printing Technologies](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/DED%20vs%20Powder-Based%20Printing.png "Meltio DED vs Powder-Based 3D Printing Technologies") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/exploring-powder-ded-technologies-key-insights) In this blog, we’ll look at the advantages of Meltio’s metal DED printing process compared to powder-based AM technologies. While these powder processes offer numerous advantages, such as high resolution and the ability to work with a growing range of materials, they also come with their own set of challenges. Understanding these challenges is essential for evaluating the true potential of powder AM processes and finding ways to optimize their performance in real-world applications. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/exploring-powder-ded-technologies-key-insights) ## [Case Study: Stub Axle Manufactured for the Automotive Competition Sector](https://blog.exbuild.com/case-study-stub-axle-manufactured-for-the-automotive-competition-sector) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on Jan 21, 2025 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [![Case Study: Stub Axle Manufactured for the Automotive Competition Sector](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/Metlio%20F1%20Part%202.png "Case Study: Stub Axle Manufactured for the Automotive Competition Sector") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/case-study-stub-axle-manufactured-for-the-automotive-competition-sector) The automotive competition sector is a unique industry with very demanding and complex requirements. Vehicles often require bespoke parts designed for one-off prototypes or short production runs. These components must meet stringent strength, stiffness and weight standards and be delivered to very tight deadlines. In addition, these vehicles are often unique and require redesign each season. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/case-study-stub-axle-manufactured-for-the-automotive-competition-sector) ## [Meltio M600 Wins Prestigious 3D Printing Industry Award for Enterprise 3D Printer of the Year (Metals)](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-m600-wins-prestigious-3d-printing-industry-award-for-enterprise-3d-printer-of-the-year-metals) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on Jan 14, 2025 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Meltio M600 Wins Prestigious 3D Printing Industry Award for Enterprise 3D Printer of the Year (Metals)](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/awards_printhead%20%281%29-1.png "Meltio M600 Wins Prestigious 3D Printing Industry Award for Enterprise 3D Printer of the Year (Metals)") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-m600-wins-prestigious-3d-printing-industry-award-for-enterprise-3d-printer-of-the-year-metals) Innovation in metal additive manufacturing has earned Meltio international acclaim. The Spanish multinational recently secured the title of Enterprise 3D Printer of the Year (Metals) at the 2024 3D Printing Industry (3DPI) Awards. This achievement highlights Meltio’s M600 wire-laser metal industrial 3D printer, a game-changing innovation released in March 2024. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-m600-wins-prestigious-3d-printing-industry-award-for-enterprise-3d-printer-of-the-year-metals) ## [Enhancing Industrial Metal Printed Parts: Meltio Engine Blue](https://blog.exbuild.com/enhancing-industrial-metal-printed-parts-meltio-engine-blue) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on Nov 26, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Enhancing Industrial Metal Printed Parts: Meltio Engine Blue](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/robot_v4_4-small-jpg.jpeg "Enhancing Industrial Metal Printed Parts: Meltio Engine Blue") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/enhancing-industrial-metal-printed-parts-meltio-engine-blue) Meltio, a leading innovator in DED wire-laser metal deposition technology and the creator behind the powerful Meltio M600 industrial metal 3D printer, has announced the new Meltio Engine Blue, an integration kit that enhances and streamlines the manufacturing process of metal parts with both industrial robotic arms and vertical machining centers, leveraging Meltio’s wire-laser metal 3D printing technology. This system is now available on the market as an integration kit, as a natural evolution of its predecessor, the Meltio Engine using infrared lasers. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/enhancing-industrial-metal-printed-parts-meltio-engine-blue) ## [Meet the FX10: The First Industrial Metal and Composite 3D Printer](https://blog.exbuild.com/meet-the-fx10-the-first-industrial-metal-and-composite-3d-printer) [Markforged](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/markforged) on Oct 16, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [Markforged](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/markforged) [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [3D Printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/3d-printing) [![Meet the FX10: The First Industrial Metal and Composite 3D Printer](https://web-objects.markforged.com/craft/common/_large/FX10-Metal-Gear-on-Printbed.jpg "Meet the FX10: The First Industrial Metal and Composite 3D Printer") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/meet-the-fx10-the-first-industrial-metal-and-composite-3d-printer) In Fall 2023, we launched FX10 as a next generation composite printer. We promised modularity, but didn’t specify what modularity meant. Now, we can clarify. The modularity we were promising was Metal FFF capability – making FX10 the first industrial printer capable of printing composite and metal parts. FX10 was designed from the ground up to bring this dual capability to customers. In this blog post, we’ll talk about what it took to create the first industrial metal and composite 3D printer, and what it means for you as a potential user. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/meet-the-fx10-the-first-industrial-metal-and-composite-3d-printer) ## [What is Dual Wire 3D Printing?](https://blog.exbuild.com/what-is-dual-wire-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/meltio) on Sep 17, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![What is Dual Wire 3D Printing?](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/What%20is%20dual%20wire%203D%20printing%20blog%20email.png "What is Dual Wire 3D Printing?") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/what-is-dual-wire-3d-printing) In the ever-evolving world of additive manufacturing, innovation often comes in the form of subtle but revolutionary breakthroughs. Meltio’s dual wire printhead technology is one such innovation, redefining the standard for material handling in 3D printing. Two independent wire feeds allow material to be deposited smoothly without compromising the integrity or quality of the print. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/what-is-dual-wire-3d-printing) ## [Meltio Consolidates its Position as a Benchmark in the Defense Sector](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-consolidates-its-position-as-a-benchmark-in-the-defense-sector) [The EXBuild Team](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/the-exbuild-team) on Aug 22, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Meltio Consolidates its Position as a Benchmark in the Defense Sector](https://meltio3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FOTO-MELTIO-EJERCITO-DE-TIERRA-2024.jpg "Meltio Consolidates its Position as a Benchmark in the Defense Sector") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-consolidates-its-position-as-a-benchmark-in-the-defense-sector) The French Navy has already validated the use of Meltio’s patented additive manufacturing technology for actual offshore maneuvers. Recently, the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle required the help of Meltio’s technology to manufacture and repair stainless steel metal parts to continue the experimental phase of the Meltio M450 metal 3D printer. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/meltio-consolidates-its-position-as-a-benchmark-in-the-defense-sector) ## [The Competitive Edge of Meltio's M600 3D Printer](https://blog.exbuild.com/the-competitive-edge-of-meltios-m600-3d-printer) [The EXBuild Team](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/the-exbuild-team) on May 21, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![The Competitive Edge of Meltio's M600 3D Printer](https://www.alignex.com/hubfs/m600_workspace-small-jpg.jpeg "The Competitive Edge of Meltio's M600 3D Printer") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/the-competitive-edge-of-meltios-m600-3d-printer) Every additive manufacturing company says that their latest product offering is “groundbreaking” and “revolutionary”, which can get a little tiresome and make it difficult to really understand if any AM technology will actually make a positive impact for your business. With the recent launch of the M600 from Meltio, the loft promises of a groundbreaking technology are still there, BUT I believe there are six unique aspects of this machine that will help it deliver real value for those who need to produce metal components. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/the-competitive-edge-of-meltios-m600-3d-printer) ## [Introducing the Meltio M600: The Next Step in Metal Industrial Printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/introducing-the-meltio-m600-the-next-step-in-metal-industrial-printing) [The EXBuild Team](https://blog.exbuild.com/author/the-exbuild-team) on Mar 26, 2024 11:30:00 AM 0 comments [metal 3d printing](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/metal-3d-printing) [Meltio](https://blog.exbuild.com/topic/meltio) [![Introducing the Meltio M600: The Next Step in Metal Industrial Printing](https://meltio3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Meltio_M600_no_background_shadows.png "Introducing the Meltio M600: The Next Step in Metal Industrial Printing") ](https://blog.exbuild.com/introducing-the-meltio-m600-the-next-step-in-metal-industrial-printing) The new Meltio M600 is designed to solve problems of long lead times, costly stock-keeping and increasingly fragile supply chains, thanks to its unique metal 3D printing technology. This new system increases productivity and reduces manufacturing costs, brings new materials to the table and most importantly is ready to perform 24/7 with minimal operator interaction for autonomous production. [Read More...](https://blog.exbuild.com/introducing-the-meltio-m600-the-next-step-in-metal-industrial-printing) [All posts](https://blog.exbuild.com/all) [Next](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/metal-3d-printing/page/2) ### 0 comments [Leave a comment](https://blog.exbuild.com/tag/metal-3d-printing#comment-form) © 2026 EXBuild, LLC. All Rights Reserved.