Multistation signs exclusive distribution agreement with WAAM3D for large-format metal DED systems.

Multistation SAS, headquartered in France, has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with UK-based WAAM3D to market and sell its wire arc additive manufacturing systems. The partnership focuses on deploying WAAM3D’s RoboAM platform, which utilizes DED technology to produce large-scale metal components for industrial applications. This agreement grants Multistation the rights to provide these systems, alongside integrated software and process monitoring tools, to customers within the French market. The collaboration aims to address the specific needs of heavy industry sectors, including aerospace, defense, and energy, where the production of large, complex metal parts is a critical requirement.

The adoption of DED technology for large-scale metal manufacturing is increasingly relevant as industries seek to reduce lead times and material waste compared to traditional subtractive forging or casting methods. WAAM3D competes in a specialized segment against established DED providers such as Sciaky and Meltio, focusing on high-deposition rates and structural integrity for materials like steel, titanium, and nickel-based alloys. By leveraging Multistation’s established distribution network and technical support infrastructure, WAAM3D gains a strategic foothold in the French industrial landscape. This move reflects a broader trend of hardware developers partnering with regional integrators to navigate complex industrial procurement cycles and provide localized maintenance support.

For Multistation, this partnership expands their portfolio into the high-growth DED segment, requiring them to build internal expertise in wire-based process parameters and post-processing requirements. Potential customers should evaluate the specific deposition rates and metallurgical consistency of the RoboAM platform against their existing large-format manufacturing workflows. Success for this partnership will depend on the ability to demonstrate clear cost-per-part advantages over traditional manufacturing methods in high-value industrial applications.