Mitsubishi Electric
Develops laser wire directed-energy deposition (DED) metal 3D printers with proprietary dot forming technology for high-precision, high-speed manufacturing of near-finished parts
- CEO / Founder
- Kei Uruma
- Team Size
- 10000+
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
Technology & Products
Key Products
Automation solutions for industrial and mobile applications, automotive and consumer products, energy systems, and information & communication systems, in addition to their advanced additive manufacturing technologies.
Technological Advantage
Patented laser wire DED process achieves 99.5%+ material density vs industry standard 98-99% for comparable DED systems, with 3x faster deposition rates than conventional wire-arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) methods
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces production lead times for complex metal parts from months to weeks while achieving 99.5%+ material density with minimal voids, enabling on-demand manufacturing of large structural components
How They Differentiate
Differentiates through a broad product portfolio, global presence, strong brand recognition, and a focus on premium, engineering-grade reliability with a sustainability core. In additive manufacturing, they differentiate with 3x faster deposition speed (120cm³/hr) and proprietary dot forming technology for high-precision, near-net-shape parts.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, and heavy machinery sectors requiring complex metal components
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Industrial Manufacturing; Defense
Competitors
Sony Group Corp, Bosch Rexroth
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Launched commercial AZ600 DED 3D printer series in March 2022; Developed proprietary dot forming technology in 2018 with continuous R&D investment from parent company's $2.5B+ annual R&D budget
Major Milestones
2018: Developed proprietary dot forming technology for metal AM; 2022: Launched commercial AZ600 wire-laser metal 3D printer series; Ongoing partnerships with post-processing specialists for automated solutions
Notable Customers
JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)