AMEXCI, EOS, and Saab advance Finnish defense production

As part of Squadron 2020 Industrial Participation, AMEXCI and EOS, together with Saab, will develop new capabilities to manufacture demanding defense components in Finland with metal additive manufacturing. The project focuses on developing AM solutions both for spare parts and new product development. New and enhanced competencies will contribute to improving the overall security of supply in Finland. AM can enable spare part production for the Finnish Defense Forces (FDF) and critical industries, as well as the rapid deployment of new innovative equipment.

AMEXCI is a leading metal AM service provider, with high-quality 3D printing production and know-how in developing AM solutions for customers. EOS is a leading company in metal AM solutions, with a deep understanding of materials and process development as well as quality assurance. Saab has successfully implemented metal AM in its production processes and, by transferring its technological expertise, serves as an excellent partner in fostering new competencies within Finnish industries.

“I’m thrilled to be involved in developing new technologies and creating novel Nordic collaboration with Saab and EOS. I believe our new competencies developed within this project will be beneficial for many companies and stakeholders, and it will strengthen Finnish supply chain resilience in challenging situations,” said Johannes Karjalainen, Managing Director of AMEXCI Oy.

“Over the years, we have developed comprehensive know-how on AM materials with an extensive material data bank, which we will leverage in this project. By combining our extensive experience with the specific application requirements, we can develop an AM solutions that perfectly fits. Not only advancing this project but adding value to many companies alike,” said Paula Kainu, Senior Metal Solutions Architect at EOS.

Squadron 2020 is a project of the Finnish Navy aimed at replacing the seven vessels the Navy will decommission. Four modern corvettes will be procured to replace the vessels to be decommissioned. A multi-role corvette is a surface combatant capable of conducting effectively the range of Navy tasks at sea all year round.

The project increases the capabilities of domestic industries in designing and manufacturing components for challenging military environments using AM. The Finnish Defence Forces sees the project as fulfilling the needs and supporting the interest of national military defense and the security of supply.