Nexa3D Has Announced the Acquisition of XYZprinting’s SLS Technology

The American manufacturer Nexa3D, which is known for its range of resin machines, has just announced the purchase of the SLS activity of the company XYZprinting. Not much information has been revealed so far, but this asset purchase is most interesting for the additive manufacturing market, especially as it is taking place only a few years after XYZprinting decided to enter the laser sintering market. This acquisition will allow Nexa3D to expand its portfolio of machines and serve a wider range of customers.

XYZprinting began developing more industrial solutions in late 2017, as prior to then the company was more adept at desktop machines, be it FFF, resin or 3D pen solutions. It made this shift by offering SLS 3D printers, including the MfgPro230 xS and MfgPro236 xS models. The manufacturer has also done a lot of research into compatible materials, approaching specialists such as BASF or AM Polymers to develop innovative powders such as an FDA-approved polypropylene or a TPU with a shore hardness of 75A.

Example of 3D printed parts made with XYZprinting’s SLS technology (photo credits: XYZprinting)

For now, Nexa3D has only announced that it will integrate the technology, distribution and services related to XYZprinting’s SLS business. It is not known how much this transaction will cost or what other terms and conditions will be involved. What is certain is that it will allow the American company to strengthen its position in this market segment. Nexa3D is no stranger to the SLS process with its QLS820 industrial machine, and will be able to draw on a broader portfolio of materials to produce parts with excellent mechanical and thermal properties.