Nikon SLM Solutions
Develops and sells high-productivity, multi-laser metal powder bed fusion (PBF-LB) systems for industrial serial production, achieving build rates up to 1000 cm³/h.
- CEO / Founder
- Sam O'Leary
- Team Size
- 501-1000
- Stage
- Subsidiary
- Total Funding
- $127M
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Nikon Corporation
Technology & Products
Key Products
NXG XII 600; NXG 600E; SLM®500; SLM®280; SLM®125
Technological Advantage
Proprietary multi-laser scanning and melt pool control technology achieves industry-leading build speeds up to 1000 cm³/h, protected by a broad patent portfolio. The open parameter platform creates switching costs and fosters a material-agnostic ecosystem, while partnerships (e.g., with Additive Assurance for in-process monitoring) enhance qualification confidence for regulated industries.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Delivers the world's fastest metal AM machines (up to 12 lasers) to slash production lead times and cost-per-part for serial manufacturing, enabling design freedom and part consolidation impossible with conventional methods.
How They Differentiate
Offers 3x the laser count (up to 12) and significantly higher build speeds than standard EOS M290 systems, with an open parameter system providing greater material flexibility compared to the closed ecosystem of Velo3D. Focuses on ultra-large format and high-throughput production for industrial serial manufacturing.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and medical sectors requiring high-throughput, certified metal part production.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Automotive; Energy; Medical; Industrial Goods; Research & Development
Competitors
EOS; Velo3D; 3D Systems
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Reported revenue of €150 million in fiscal year 2024, a 36% increase year-over-year.
Major Milestones
Acquired by Nikon Corporation in 2023 for $622M; Installed 1000th system globally with Bosch in 2025; Extended CEO Sam O'Leary's contract through March 2028; Partnered with Lockheed Martin on defense thermal management components; Opened Nikon AM Long Beach manufacturing hub (90,000 sq ft)
Notable Customers
Lockheed Martin; Bosch; HII; Saab; ArianeGroup; Rocket Lab