Aerospace

Achieving new heights with 3D printing

Navigate the future of aerospace with the shorter lead times, more affordable small series, and unrivaled design freedom that additive manufacturing (AM) can offer. Through our Form 1-accredited manufacturing of flying parts, industry-leading software, and specialist consultancy services, we engage with the entire aerospace supply chain, from OEMs to eVTOL start-ups, and from MROs to supplier tiers. Discover how we can support you at every stage of your journey. 

Aircraft engineers working on the interior of an 737 jet airplane

Why choose 3D printing?

Increase profitability

Smart and strategic use of AM unlocks efficiency gains and streamlines your supply chain. Using 3D-printed aircraft parts can reduce stock risk and warehousing costs for spare parts, as well as reduce downtime for AOGs. 

Gain agility

Short lead times and low tooling costs give you manufacturing agility in times of uncertainty. AM’s design freedom opens opportunities for more flexible designs, smaller series, and faster iterations to keep up with the pace of change.

Future-proof your operations

From bionic design and new materials to reimagined supply chains, the future of aviation is unimaginable without AM in it. Enjoy the benefits today and build up the knowledge, processes, and systems you need for tomorrow. 

Embrace innovation

With AM, more is possible. Fast-iteration design, rapid prototyping, a complete rethinking of components and assemblies. AM allows you to innovate differently and achieve new, better, and more sustainable solutions faster. 

Materials and certifications

Let your next project take flight with our certified additive manufacturing for aerospace. We have the accreditations you need to let us make flight-ready parts for you, and we can also help you develop and qualify new 3D printing applications and materials. 

Why choose Materialise Manufacturing?  

On-hand expertise

Benefit from trusted support on even the most demanding projects and get advice on design and material choices.  

Certified processes and materials 

Let Materialise handle Form 1 certification as a POA or opt for our EN9100-certified processes, and choose from Airbus-qualified materials.

Historical performance data 

Gain valuable insights from performance data on hundreds of aerospace builds through our dynamically updated data lake.  

Complete process documentation 

Easily compile the records you need to ensure your use of AM complies with all necessary guidelines and standards.  

Applied R&D support  

Get the help you need to develop and qualify new 3D printing applications and materials to meet your business needs. 

Typical uses of 3D printing in aerospace

Cabin interiors

Low-criticality parts like seat row indicators, display shrouds, armrest caps, and overhead storage panels are ideal candidates for small-series AM production.

Four 3D-printed spare parts made of flame-retardant polyamide are shown: one is black and three are white. All four parts are commonly seen in aircraft cabin interiors. These parts are manufactured for 328 Support Services.

AM training for aerospace businesses

Learn how to bring additive manufacturing into your business and take advantage of all it has to offer, with our tailored training courses. Our team can build a curriculum that focuses on the materials, technologies, and core competencies that truly suit your needs

Frequently asked questions

Inspiration

Get inspired for your next project with a look at how 3D printing has made its mark in the aerospace industry.

Get in touch

Would you like to ask a question or begin working on a project? We’d love to hear from you.

Talk to our aerospace team