On July 12, Höganäs AB announced that it has agreed to transfer all of its shares in its subsidiary Digital Metal AB to the U.S. company Markforged. This transaction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2022. For the time being, Digital Metal's sales activities in Japan will continue to be handled by Heganas Japan Co., Ltd., so please rest assured. If you have any questions, our sales representative will provide an explanation. Contact: Masahiro Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com Announcement from Digital Metal https://digitalmetal.tech/news-and-media/news-flow/ Announcement from Markforged https://markforged.com/resources/news-events/markforged-to-expand-into-mass-production-of-end-use-metal-parts-through-digital-metal-acquisition

At Heganes Japan, we are offering our first-ever Digital Metal 3D printing service at a 50% discount for customers who place orders by the end of July 2022. Take this opportunity to try binder jet 3D printing. Please check the guidelines for printing and provide the necessary information. We will confirm your desired surface finish and dimensional accuracy to provide a cost estimate. ◆ Printing Guidelines Approximate printing size: 50mm x 50mm x 50mm (negotiable) Minimum hole diameter: 0.2mm, minimum wall thickness: 0.3mm Please note that we may not be able to accept certain shapes. ◆ Required Information 2D drawings or 3D data (in STL or STEP format, to be provided by the customer) Quantity Material options: - 316L - 17-4PH (equivalent to SUS630) - Ti-6Al-4V, DM625 (equivalent to Inconel625) - DM718 (equivalent to Inconel718) - DM247 (equivalent to MAR247) - DM D2 (equivalent to SKD11) - DM Cu (pure copper) - DM4140 (equivalent to AISI4140) If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

DM4140 is a low-alloy steel based on iron with added chromium, molybdenum, and manganese, equivalent to AISI4140 material. It was developed in response to requests from the automotive industry. DM4140 has high strength, high hardenability, and high toughness, with minimal dimensional changes after heat treatment, resulting in excellent dimensional accuracy. DM4140 is widely expected to be used as high-strength components such as gears, connecting rods, fastening elements (bolts and nuts), couplings, and shafts in automobiles and machinery. DM4140 compliance standards: ISO22068 (2014); MPIF #35 (2018); AISI4140; 42CrMo4; 1.7225; SS2244 DM 4140 specifications (after sintering) --------------------- Tensile strength: 880 MPa Yield strength: 640 MPa Elongation: 6% HRB: 95 Relative density: 96% DM 4140 specifications (after heat treatment) --------------------- Tensile strength: 1600 MPa Yield strength: 1400 MPa Elongation: 3% HRC: 47 Relative density: 96%

Are you all using social media? There are various platforms like Facebook and LINE. Digital Metal is sharing various information on a business-oriented social media platform called "LinkedIn." - Use cases from our users - Introduction of new materials - Updates on equipment and introductions of new developments - Event information such as exhibitions and forums The articles feature the latest videos and photos. Although they are in English, there is a translation function available, so you can read them in Japanese. Recently, I have been increasingly quoting from LinkedIn in my presentations. I also occasionally post articles. You can find the articles by searching for "digital metal" on LinkedIn. Pressing the "Follow" button allows you to receive push notifications, which is convenient. For those who are hesitant about social media, please give "LinkedIn" a try.

DM 718 is a nickel-based superalloy equivalent to Inconel 718, known for its excellent heat resistance. It has been developed for Digital Metal binder jet metal 3D printers. DM718 exhibits high strength and corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures and is widely used in aerospace, turbines, rocket engines, turbo pumps, and similar high-temperature environments, as well as in cryogenic applications. Inconel materials are generally known as alloys that are difficult to machine, but Digital Metal's binder jet technology allows for free-form shaping with fewer design constraints. The strength of DM718 primarily derives from the γ” precipitates in its metal structure. This enhances the weldability of DM718 compared to other high γ precipitate-strengthened alloys, which are generally considered difficult to weld. DM 718 Specifications --------------------- Tensile Strength: 1 MPa Yield Strength: 700 MPa Elongation: 15% HRC: 34 Relative Density: 98%

Digital Metal, which has handled over 1 million 3D printed products, realized early on through its experience that the key to industrializing 3D printing lies in the automation of the entire process. As a total system supplier, Digital Metal aims to maximize the potential of binder jetting as an established technology for industrialization and mass production. With the announcement of two new devices, the automatic de-powdering system DPS1000 and the closed powder handling system PPS1000, along with DMS-LNX 1.0, Digital Metal is progressing towards its goal of automated production. The DMS-LNX 1.0 control panel interface was co-developed with Siemens, Digital Metal's factory automation development partner. Key features of DMS-LNX 1.0: ◆ Monitoring of ongoing printing processes ◆ Functionality to receive alerts from the equipment For more details on DMS-LNX 1.0, please contact below. Digital Metal Contact: Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

The transition from traditional manufacturing technology to additive manufacturing (AM) requires designs optimized for AM. Recently, the global engineering company Etteplan and the binder jet 3D printer Digital Metal have formed a partnership. Together, they will assist 3D printer users in transitioning to AM. Through this partnership, users will receive proposals that cover everything from optimal designs for Digital Metal to parts manufacturing and mass production using 3D printers. Christian, CEO of Digital Metal: "Etteplan's world-class design team will provide proposals that cover everything from design to manufacturing." Etteplan: "We have been working on AM for many years. We look forward to the synergy with Digital Metal." For inquiries, please contact Heganes Japan. Etteplan Business Overview: - Software and equipment embedded solutions - Solutions for industrial equipment and plants - Technical documentation solutions Headquartered in Finland, with over 3,500 specialists in Europe and China Sales of approximately 35 billion yen in 2020 Listed on NASDAQ Helsinki www.etteplan.com

We are pleased to announce that the build volume and speed of the Digital Metal binder jet metal 3D printer DM P2500 have been upgraded. The build area (print box) of the DM P2500 has been expanded from the previous 2,500cc to 3,900cc. An optional box with a capacity of 10,000cc is also available. The current 2,500cc model can be modified to accommodate the new print box. The traditional build speed of the DM P2500 was a maximum of 260cc/h, with a standard speed of 100cc/h, but now an option for a maximum of 500cc/h (standard 200cc/h) is available. Similar to the print box, the current model printers can also be modified to support a maximum speed of 500cc/h. Summary: - The build volume has increased from the standard 2,500cc to approximately 1.5 times larger at 3,900cc. An optional upgrade to 10,000cc is available. - The build speed can be upgraded from the standard 100cc/h and maximum 260cc/h to a standard of 260cc/h and a maximum of 500cc/h with options. - These upgrades can also be applied to printers after installation. The catalog will be revised accordingly.

Recently, the number of parts produced by Digital Metal's metal 3D printers has reached one million. This achievement is solely thanks to our customers who support Digital Metal 3D printers, and we would like to express our gratitude. Please note that this record counts the quantity produced by Digital Metal and does not include the quantity produced by customers. In reality, many more 3D printed products are being delivered to the world. Digital Metal's 3D printers: - Are used in Europe, North America, Japan, and Asia - Achieve dimensional accuracy of +/-0.5% or +/-50 microns - Have an average surface roughness of Ra = 6 microns, which is excellent - Offer high-speed production of 100cc - 260cc per hour - Feature a lineup of seven materials, including pure copper, heat-resistant alloys, titanium alloys, and stainless steel - Have a production record of over one million parts - Also have a track record of supplying parts for mass production (30 items, with over 40,000 units produced annually for high-volume items) Digital Metal will continue to expand its achievements by contributing to our customers' value creation.

Recently, shipments of pure copper parts made and sintered with Digital Metal's new material "DM Cu" for domestic use have begun. "DM Cu," which was added to the lineup in March 2021, is a copper material as its name suggests. It has a purity of 99.9%. Pure copper is widely used in applications such as heat exchangers, heat sinks, and IH heaters, but it is also known as a material that is difficult to print in 3D. This is due to the fact that in the most commonly used laser PBF 3D printers, copper reflects laser light, making it challenging to print. Digital Metal, using binder jetting, employs solid-state sintering without melting the material, and after shaping with a binder, it sinters under conditions suitable for the material. We have achieved a relative density of 95% after sintering, and even higher densities can be achieved with CIP (cold isostatic pressing) or HIP (hot isostatic pressing). This news demonstrates the development capabilities unique to Digital Metal, which is part of the metal materials manufacturer Höganäs Group. Contact Information: Höganäs Japan Co., Ltd. Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

We would like to introduce the news that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machine Tool (MAT) is expanding its service and sales lineup through the introduction of Digital Metal's 3D printers. MAT is a leading manufacturer of gear machine systems and laser processing machines, and is also focusing on 3D printing, having developed the DED-type metal 3D printer LAMDA. According to the announcement, by adding Digital Metal's BJT-type to the existing LAMDA series, which has been providing modeling services, MAT will be able to meet a wide range of modeling needs and propose and provide optimal manufacturing methods and equipment tailored to the specific products. Additionally, MAT has signed a domestic sales contract with Digital Metal for its equipment and will be broadly supporting the sales of Digital Metal's 3D printers and after-sales service following installation in the future. For more information: http://www.mhi-machinetool.com/index.html Prototyping and modeling services: http://www.mhi-machinetool.com/support/printing_service.html

We have newly added types that can support motor design. We are restarting design support for axial flux motors! ★ Newly added support this time - Double stator, single rotor type In Japan, there is a high demand for this structure from the perspective of build quality and redundancy, so we have started design services in addition to the conventional types. 　　　◆ Design examples ◆ 　　　　- We have prepared design examples from our company for reference, so if you are interested, please feel free to contact us. 　　　　- For JMAG users, we can provide JMAG models and CAD models upon request. 　　　　　 Please inquire for more details. ★ Ongoing support - Single stator, single rotor type - YASA type There are advantages in electromagnetic design characteristics. If you would like more details, please feel free to contact us!

With the electrification of automobiles, our company has seen an increase in inquiries for small flat motors. Flat motors refer to axial gap motors. This time, I would like to focus on this topic. These motors have different characteristics depending on their structure, so I will introduce three types gradually. 1. Double stator, single rotor type 2. Single stator, single rotor type 3. YASA (Yokeless And Segmented Armature) type This time, I will discuss the mechanical structure characteristics of the "double stator, single rotor" type, which has received many inquiries from customers. This type has a structure that fixes the rotor between two stators on both sides, and it has the following features: - The magnetic attraction force between each rotor and stator is offset, providing stability. - The rotor is sandwiched by both stators, simplifying the fixing method. - Improved redundancy. We recommend this type as an effective option when you want to enhance mechanical strength. → The next column will introduce the motor characteristics of the double stator type. ★ We are also providing motor design technical support. https://premium.ipros.jp/hoganas/news/detail/61838/

This is the third installment of the soft magnetic column. Here are examples of iron core applications where the soft magnetic composite "Somaloy(R)" is mainly adopted and considered: ■ Motors (miniaturization and high power density) Various motors and actuators for driving and auxiliary purposes ■ Passive components (miniaturization and low loss at high frequencies) Reactors and choke coils The final characteristics (electromagnetic and mechanical) of these powder magnetic cores vary due to the properties of the powder, structure, and manufacturing conditions. ◆ Base iron powder (particle size and insulation coating) + Additives (lubricants) ◆ Core manufacturing conditions (compression molding and heat treatment) * Please refer to the materials for details. In order to achieve the final characteristics (electromagnetic and mechanical) of powder magnetic cores while leveraging the features of "Somaloy(R)" mentioned last time, we believe that collaboration with customers is essential, and we are enhancing our technical support. ▼ SMC School ▼ Electromagnetic design support for axial gap motors ▼ Various technical consultations → Previous column https://www.ipros.jp/news/detail/63516 → The theme for the next column is planned to be defects and ways to overcome them. ★ Please feel free to contact us with any requests or questions. jumpei.ikeda@hoganas.com

The second column on soft magnetic materials focuses on their characteristics and applications. One common inquiry we receive is, "We aim to miniaturize motors (increase power density), but it is difficult to achieve this with conventional laminated steel." The soft magnetic composite material 'Somaloy®', which our company is pioneering in development and production, addresses such challenges. Can you recall the keywords from the previous column? High purity, irregular shapes, and insulation coating. ◆ Since it is based on high-purity pure iron: - It has high compressibility and allows for high permeability (high density). ◆ Because it consists of irregularly shaped iron powder: - Complex shapes can be achieved without post-processing through net shaping. - It easily entangles during molding, increasing strength after compression and improving handling. ◆ Each particle is coated with an insulating layer: - This results in low eddy current losses, particularly achieving high efficiency in high-frequency ranges. ◆ Consequently, it enables three-dimensional magnetic circuit design, dramatically improving shape freedom. 'Somaloy®' provides hints for miniaturizing motors (increasing power density). ★ For more detailed explanations or inquiries, please contact here! jumpei.ikeda@hoganas.com ★ Please download the information materials on 'Somaloy®' from the link below.

Recently, have you heard about "soft magnetic composites"? From the perspective of soft magnetic composites, we will gradually unravel 'Somaloy(R)'. 【What is Soft Magnetism?】 It refers to materials that are easily magnetized (high permeability) and have a low ability to retain magnetism (low coercivity). This includes various types and manufacturing methods such as electromagnetic steel sheets, soft ferrites, and powder magnetic cores. 'Somaloy(R)', which is based on pure iron, is classified as a powder magnetic core material. 【'Somaloy(R)' as a Soft Magnetic Composite】 - Manufacturing Method of Base Atomized Iron Powder By injecting high-pressure water into a molten bath (melted pure iron-based material) where the outflow is precisely controlled, the material is finely dispersed and rapidly cooled, solidifying into irregularly shaped iron powder with each particle having a different shape. - Towards Soft Magnetic Composites Each particle of this high-purity base powder is coated with an inorganic insulating layer several tens of nanometers thick, completing the soft magnetic composite 'Somaloy(R)'. → The next column will delve into its features and applications. *Keywords are high purity, irregular shape, and insulating coating. ★ Please download the information materials on 'Somaloy(R)' from the link below. ★ For requests or inquiries, please contact us at jumpei.ikeda@hoganas.com.

With the increase in demand related to vehicle electrification, we are seeing a rise in inquiries regarding our soft magnetic composite material 'Somaloy(R)', primarily from onboard component/system manufacturers. We have recently established a "dedicated lab for soft magnetic composite materials" at Höganas China (Shanghai), focusing on the Asian region. Many of the challenges we encounter while considering the adoption of 'Somaloy(R)' revolve around the "optimization of the manufacturing process for powder magnetic cores." Anticipating future market expansion, we aim to create a more robust support environment to contribute to your product development. 【Support Overview】 - Optimization and evaluation of the powder magnetic core manufacturing process 【Target Processes】 - Compression molding process - Heat treatment process 【Measurement Contents】 - Magnetic properties (magnetic flux density, coercivity, permeability, inductance, resistance, iron loss) - Mechanical strength (bending strength, tensile strength) 【Investigation Contents (Examples)】 - Data measurement under various manufacturing conditions, process investigation, and proposal of solutions, etc. ★ Motor design technical support is also underway https://premium.ipros.jp/hoganas/news/detail/61838/ ★ Please feel free to contact us! jumpei.ikeda@hoganas.com

This time, we would like to introduce Dr. Kōsuke Ujihira, a physician residing in Okayama Prefecture, as an example of medical device development. Dr. Ujihira is currently developing a highly curved forceps aimed at achieving minimally invasive surgery with less burden on the human body. The development started with a small-scale approach utilizing Digital Metal's contract manufacturing services. Recently, Dr. Ujihira conducted "intradermal reaction tests" and "skin sensitization tests" on 3D printed products with funding from NEDO, achieving negative (favorable) results. We can say that he has cleared one step in the development process. In addition to the test results, I would like to share Dr. Ujihira's evaluation of Digital Metal. 1. The 3D parts of the highly curved forceps require finishing machining for some components. However, even considering the finishing costs, it has been achieved at about 1/10 to 1/2 of the cost compared to making them solely through machining. 2. Due to the low cost and the ability to directly manufacture from 3D data, the prototype cycle can be accelerated. This contributes to a reduction in the development period. We would like to continue supporting this project. Contact information: Person in charge: Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

At Heganes Japan, we are offering a 50% discount on commissioned 3D printing using Digital Metal for customers who place orders by the end of June 2021. Take this opportunity to try binder jet 3D printing. Please check the guidelines for printing and contact the person in charge with the necessary information. We will confirm your desired surface finish and dimensional accuracy and provide a cost estimate. ◆ Printing Guidelines The size of the parts that can be printed is approximately 50mm x 50mm x 50mm. We can accommodate parts with one side measuring 100mm. Please consult us. Minimum hole diameter is 0.2mm, minimum wall thickness is 0.3mm. In some cases, we may not be able to accept certain shapes. ◆ Required Information 2D drawings or 3D data*1 Quantity Material*2 *1 Please prepare the 3D data for printing (in STL or STEP format). *2 Choose from 316L, 17-4PH (equivalent to SUS630), Ti-6Al-4V, DM625 (equivalent to Inconel625), DM247 (equivalent to MAR247), DM D2 (equivalent to SKD11), DM Cu (pure copper). ◆ Contact Person: Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

Digital Metal has added pure copper (DM Cu) to its material offerings. Pure copper, known for its excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, has a wide range of applications. Typical applications include electronic devices, heat exchangers, heat sinks, and engine components. 3D printing with copper offers unprecedented design freedom and enables optimal designs with fewer constraints. Additionally, copper is known for its antibacterial properties. Compared to copper alloys commonly used in laser PDF-type 3D printers, DM Cu is 99.9% pure copper. Comments from Christian, CEO of Digital Metal: "Pure copper is one of the most anticipated materials and is entirely new for binder jetting. We were able to release it at a perfect time to meet the growing demand for copper applications in e-mobility and thermal conductivity. I would like to emphasize the cooperation of Digital Metal's key users in the process development. I am very pleased that this has been a great help in providing high-quality copper." Digital Metal is continuously working closely with its parent company, Höganäs, the world's largest metal powder manufacturer, to expand its material offerings.

It has been nearly a year since the spread of the new coronavirus infection. I believe many people feel hindered in their sales activities due to restrictions on face-to-face meetings and visits. I am one of them, and Digital Metal, which specializes in precision and fine modeling, often relies on allowing people to touch our modeling samples to convey the appeal that cannot be fully expressed through numbers or photos. However, due to the difficulties in travel and face-to-face communication, the opportunities for people to interact with our samples have significantly decreased. To overcome this situation, we have started a "Sample & Webinar" initiative. We send samples via courier and, at the same time, hold a web meeting to explain the binder jetting process. We do not charge for shipping, including return costs. This initiative began around October of last year. It has gradually gained traction, and recently we have been able to lend samples to new customers almost every week and provide explanations. Binder jet 3D printing is still not widely known. I want to convey its appeal to as many people as possible. Contact information: Person in charge: Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

As the COVID-19 pandemic shows no signs of abating, several installations and trial runs of printers have continued. Under normal circumstances, engineers from the printer manufacturer in Sweden would travel to handle these tasks, but this is not possible due to the pandemic. The challenge is how to manage this with only Japanese staff. The problem-solving project adopted "smart glasses" as a support tool. The camera on the smart glasses captures the scene the operator is looking at and transmits it to Sweden. Engineers in Sweden give instructions to the operator through audio and a small monitor installed on-site (as shown in the photo). Although the small monitor set at a close distance was somewhat difficult for me to see due to my presbyopia, I found the smart glasses to be more useful than I expected! That said, various data that cannot be fully captured by the smart glasses alone are necessary for the trial run. The Digital Metal printer is equipped with a function for remote monitoring of the necessary data from Sweden. This remote monitoring function has a mechanism to protect customer data from unauthorized access and is designed to support the operation of the printer. This proved to be helpful even during the trial run, allowing for smooth adjustments.

Digital Metal has added DM D2 (equivalent to SKD11, referred to as D2) to its range of materials. As interest in binder jet metal 3D printing grows, Digital Metal has introduced D2, a tool steel alloy that offers wear resistance and toughness. D2 is suitable for a wide range of applications but is generally used for tools. D2 is suitable for metal pressing and forming. It is a versatile high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel alloy that possesses high hardness and compressive strength due to heat treatment. It is suitable for cold working that requires high wear resistance, sharp edges, and durability. Comments from Christian Lönne, CEO of Digital Metal: "DM D2 is designed to provide excellent surface finish, flexibility, strength, and hardness." "It is very stable during heat treatment, allowing for adjustments to the final material properties through various heat treatments after sintering." DM D2 Specifications --------------------- Relative Density: 98% Hardness: HRC 35 (after sintering) HRC 62 (after hardening) HRC 58 (after hardening + tempering)

Digital Metal has announced a new ancillary device for 3D printers. These devices aim to improve productivity through automation and will begin shipping to customers who have placed orders soon. ◆PPS 1000 Automatic Powder Handling Device The PPS 1000 is a closed, fully automated powder handling device that connects a heated container to the cleaning device and the printer itself, allowing for effective and easy material exchange. The PPS 1000 automatically feeds new powder material, mixes it with recovered powder from the cleaning device, and processes it at a capacity of 120 kg/h. The mixed powder is treated for homogeneity and heated before being supplied to the printer in a powder container for the next build job. ◆DPS 1000 Semi-Automatic Cleaning Device With the increase in production volume, automating the cleaning process can save valuable time. By utilizing the build data of the printed items within the print box, the cleaning nozzle can be automatically moved to effectively remove and recover uncured powder for reuse. Additionally, for cleaning more complex shapes with internal structures, it is possible to manually change the product placement before reintroducing it for cleaning.

Recently, we shipped parts made of DM247 to a customer in Japan. This is the first domestic shipment of DM247, which was added to our lineup in the middle of last year. DM247 is a nickel-based superalloy and is equivalent to the difficult-to-weld MAR M247. MAR M247 is widely used as a high-temperature turbine blade material and for other applications. MAR M247 is known as a non-weldable material and has been difficult to use with conventional 3D printing due to issues with solidification rates and temperature gradients. Digital Metal's binder jet technology is suitable for the fabrication of non-weldable materials. Binder jetting forms parts without adding heat and then sinters them. The minimal temperature gradient from cooling after the sintering temperature leads to high density. DM247 Specifications --------------------- Tensile Strength: 1200 MPa Yield Strength: 750 MPa Elongation: 16% Hardness: HRC 25 Contact Information Höganäs Japan Co., Ltd. Masahiro Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

We have prepared samples that utilize the characteristics of Digital Metal. This time, I would like to introduce a somewhat unusual sample from that selection. The sample is a rectangular prism measuring 8.5 x 8.5 x 5 mm, featuring fine through holes and slits (see photo). Some of the very small holes are not fully through, and the slits are distorted. I believe it is rare for printer manufacturers to present failed samples, but Digital Metal has intentionally made this one public. One customer mentioned, "This sample is very helpful. It clearly shows the limits of how fine and deep holes can be created, and what happens when fine slits are made." I consider this to be an episode that demonstrates Digital Metal's attitude of wanting customers to understand the limits and use the technology with confidence. We offer samples that well represent the features and appeal of Digital Metal for free loan. If you are interested, please fill out the inquiry form with "Request for Loan" or contact us directly at the following address: masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com.

Until now, we had imposed a restriction that prevented us from using Digital Metal to manufacture eyewear components due to licensing issues. It has been very difficult to decline all inquiries from specific industries and customers, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. We are pleased to announce that this restriction has been lifted, and we can now freely produce eyewear components. Parts produced in mass by Digital Metal, which specializes in small and precise shaping, have been used in eyewear manufacturing in Europe since around 2017. We have also started accepting orders for eyewear components in Japan, so please feel free to contact us. Shaping Performance (Excerpt - Reference) ------------------------- Recommended dimensions: 50x50x50mm Dimensional accuracy: ±0.5% or ±50μm Hole diameter: 0.2mm Thickness: 0.3mm (0.2mm for partition wall structures) Surface roughness: Ra=6μm (Blasted finish Ra=3μm, Super finish Ra=1μm) Contact Information Höganäs Japan Co., Ltd. Masahiro Miyamoto masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com

To prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, events such as exhibitions and seminars have been forced to be canceled. As an alternative to events, the use of webinars is expanding. We also considered holding webinars, but we believe that: - Simply using images and audio is not enough to convey the appeal of Digital Metal. - Allowing customers to physically handle parts precisely shaped by the binder jetting process is the best way to demonstrate our products. Therefore, we have started a service to lend out sample products of Digital Metal free of charge. - We will lend out samples that well represent the features and appeal of Digital Metal for free. - An online seminar explaining the binder jetting process will also be held to coincide with the timing when the samples reach the customers. We have conducted several sample lending plus seminar sessions so far, and we have received positive feedback from all customers. If you are interested, please fill out the inquiry form with "Request for Lending" or contact us directly at the following address: masahiro.miyamoto@hoganas.com We look forward to hearing from customers interested in binder jetting 3D printers.

The features of Digital Metal can be summarized as follows: - Capable of precisely shaping small parts - High design freedom - Good surface quality - Suitable for mass production - Possible to change shapes and customize This time, I would like to highlight "high design freedom." The photo shows parts designed by KOMNI, which is developing medical devices using Digital Metal. The parts are cylindrical with a length of 98mm, and within this single piece, various structures are included as shown below. - Lattice (hollow) structure - Complex groove processing - Screw machining - Variation in inner diameter - Thin-walled section of 0.2mm thickness (the entire cylinder has a thickness of 1mm) - Square holes on the end face Digital Metal can mass-produce such parts without changing setups. Although not directly related to design freedom, design changes can be made simply by replacing data, without worrying about material constraints or changes in processing instructions. In fact, we were able to easily accommodate design changes just before manufacturing. I see this as an episode that illustrates the flexibility of Digital Metal's response.

IHI Aerospace, which is engaged in space business, has announced the propulsion module "Pinot-G" for small satellites. "Pinot-G" is a highly innovative product designed for small satellite users, featuring an all-in-one, low-cost, and safe propulsion system. For more details about "Pinot-G," please refer to the link to the IHI Aerospace website at the bottom of this page. This page introduces the use of a thruster (a nozzle-shaped component) made with a 3D printer for "Pinot-G." This thruster was manufactured using Digital Metal's 3D printer. You can find the following information on the page: - Appearance of the component - Appearance when integrated into the device - Scenes from ground combustion tests This is a valuable case that has been permitted to be introduced as a Digital Metal user case, so I highly recommend checking it out.