Additive manufacturing is expected to reach a market volume of 84 billion US dollars worldwide by 2034, highlighting its relevance for the entire industry. However, despite decades of market maturity, the technology still faces hurdles. One of the biggest challenges in implementing additive manufacturing technologies is their integration into existing production systems. This is where DN Solutions comes in with its AM2CNC strategy, which uniquely combines additive manufacturing (AM) with subtractive CNC technology.
Technological advancement through perfect interplay
With the new DLX series – consisting of the models DLX150, DLX325, and DLX450D – DN Solutions brings proven powder-bed fusion technology to the market for small, medium, and large components. The DLX450D showcased at FORMNEXT optimizes production costs per piece and is therefore ideal for industrial applications with large batch sizes.
However, DN Solutions goes beyond pure machine performance and offers a comprehensive software suite developed in-house: This includes, for example, software for job preparation. This end-to-end control over hardware and software allows for flexible implementation of customer requirements and specifically aligns additive manufacturing with CNC-compatible component preparation. This underscores DN Solutions' strategic focus on AM2CNC and the intelligent connection of additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and automation.
While many providers view AM as an isolated technology, we integrate it as an integral part of a seamless process chain. This sets new standards in metalworking. With AM2CNC, we make additive manufacturing precise, scalable, and economically sustainable. We are convinced that companies in the manufacturing industry can open up new business fields with the flexibility of additive manufacturing and the precision of CNC technology to remain competitive,” emphasizes Dr. Vino Suntharakumaran, Vice President of Additive Manufacturing at DN Solutions.
Challenging application examples
DN Solutions will demonstrate at FORMNEXT 2025 how additive manufacturing can be integrated into existing production and process landscapes. AM offers previously unmatched geometric freedom – but also brings challenges, including surface quality. AM2CNC specifically addresses these challenges along the entire process chain.
An example of the symbiosis of additive and subtractive processes is the cubic body-centered lattice structure manufacturing example shown this year. The workflow begins with the construction of the additive component on the DLX450D and continues through a unpacking station for powder removal before the parts are temporarily stored in the pallet transfer system (AWC). The AWC then automatically loads the component into the DVF5000 for CNC post-processing. Thanks to the synergy of AM and CNC, such complex components can be produced efficiently and cost-effectively. The technologies not only enable unique design possibilities but also significantly reduce processing time.
Global perspective and support
DN Solutions provides support for the introduction of AM technology through tailored hardware solutions, accompanying software, service from the idea to scaling production of the right component, and worldwide support. DN Solutions also plans to expand Additive Solutions Centers globally. A European center will open in Gütersloh in early 2026. This center will offer comprehensive support and training for companies looking to enter additive manufacturing.
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