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UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS

HardwareBern, SwitzerlandFounded 2014· One of 1702 Hardware companies tracked by AMPulse

Provides high-precision machine tools including additive manufacturing systems, EDM, milling, and laser texturing for industrial manufacturing of components and tooling.

CEO / Founder
Stephan Nell
Team Size
5001-10000
Stage
Active
Total Funding
Undisclosed
Latest Round
Acquired
Key Investors
UNITED GRINDING Group; Rosmarie Ebner; Martin Ebner

Technology & Products

Key Products

Milling, EDM, laser texturing, laser micromachining, and additive manufacturing machines. Also offers advanced spindles, automation, tooling, and software.

Technological Advantage

VERIFIED: Proprietary horizontal wire EDM solution for AM part separation reduces post-processing time; complementary technology portfolio (AM + EDM + milling) creates integrated manufacturing workflows. DEFENSIBLE: Brand reputation and patents (specific patents not disclosed in sources).

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Offers a comprehensive portfolio of complementary precision machining technologies (additive manufacturing, EDM, milling, laser) with global on-site support, enabling customers to reduce lead times, improve part quality, and integrate AM into traditional manufacturing workflows.

How They Differentiate

Offers a unique combination of additive manufacturing with EDM and milling in one portfolio, unlike DMG Mori which focuses more on CNC machining; proprietary horizontal wire EDM for AM part separation provides faster post-processing vs. traditional methods; global service network with 50+ locations ensures local support.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Manufacturers of high-precision components, tooling, mold/die makers, aerospace, automotive, medical device industries

Industry Verticals

Aerospace; Automotive; Medical; Tool and die; Industrial manufacturing

Competitors

DMG MORI, Mazak, Trumpf

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Total sales exceed $1.5 billion annually; approximately 5,000 employees across 50+ global locations.

Major Milestones

2024: Agreement signed for UNITED GRINDING Group to acquire GF Machining Solutions for CHF 630-650M; Q1/Q2 2025: Acquisition completed, company renamed UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS; 2025: Launch of new group with 15 brands, >$1.5B sales, ~5,000 employees

Notable Customers

Manufacturers of precision parts, tools, and mold-making industries.