The National Additive Manufacturing & Innovation Company (NAMI), based in Saudi Arabia, has expanded its technological capabilities with the acquisition of multiple advanced 3D printing systems from 3D Systems. This move is part of a collaborative effort with the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), aiming to establish a localized supply chain for essential spare parts.
NAMI, a collaborative venture between 3D Systems and the Saudi Arabian Industrial Investments Company, plans to install cutting-edge printers, including the DMP Factory 500, DMP Flex 350 Dual, and SLS 380. These machines will play a crucial role in manufacturing spare parts for SEC, the primary entity responsible for electricity production, transmission, and distribution in the Middle East and North Africa.
The partnership between NAMI and SEC is poised to cultivate a digital inventory system designed to decrease production timelines, minimize the need for physical storage, and cut costs. 3D Systems will contribute its expertise in 3D printing technology and innovative NoSupports printing strategies, devised by its Application Innovation Group, to support this initiative. As a result of this synergy, NAMI will supply SEC with high-performance components such as pump impellers, fuel burners, motor fans, heat sinks, and heat exchangers, thereby enhancing the robustness of SEC’s supply chain.
“Our additive manufacturing solutions have demonstrated their value for improving supply chain efficiency and accelerating innovation across a variety of industries,” stated Reji Puthenveetil, EVP, Additive Solutions and Chief Commercial Officer at 3D Systems. “The combination of reverse engineering designs for obsolete parts and additive manufacturing helps extend the uptime and life of equipment. NAMI’s engineering and application capabilities, augmented by our top-tier 3D printing platforms, will be instrumental in advancing the collaboration with SEC. I am eager to witness the positive impact this venture will have on SEC and the quality of service it delivers to its clientele.”
Mohammed Swaidan, Chief Executive Officer of NAMI, expressed the company’s ongoing advancements in regional additive manufacturing since its establishment. “Our partnership with SEC underscores our dedication to serving the energy sector, and 3D Systems’ technological prowess and application expertise lay the groundwork for a revolutionary solution. The initiatives we are undertaking with SEC are set to not only fortify the reliability of SEC’s supply chain but also drive significant cost savings and operational enhancements,” he commented.
Aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, NAMI was founded by 3D Systems and the Saudi Arabian Industrial Investments Company to foster the growth of local additive manufacturing capabilities, initially concentrating on the defence, energy, and manufacturing industries.
