MELD Awarded $975 Million Air Force Contract

Montgomery County, VA – MELD Manufacturing recently announced that they have been awarded a $975 million contract by the United States Air Force to support the Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO) in enhancing operational readiness of its deployed assets. MELD is among 67 companies awarded the contract by the RSO.

MELD’s innovative solid-state metal additive manufacturing process is at the heart of this partnership. With the ability to produce large-scale, flight-critical components, MELD delivers exceptional quality that meets the demanding standards of the aerospace industry. According to MELD’s press release “MELD is the only large scale, solid-state metal 3D printer chosen by the RSO and the only company with additive technology both invented and manufactured in the United States.”

MELD Manufacturing continues to push the boundaries of metal 3D printing. With this latest contract, MELD is poised to further its impact on the defense sector while advancing its commitment to disrupting traditional manufacturing processes.

Virginia’s New River Vally is proud to manufacture using the highest levels of technology and robotics. With a talented and loyal workforce, the NRV is a natural fit for advanced manufacturers looking to drive the future. Learn more about manufacturing in the NRV here.

Read MELD’s full press release here.

A complete list of the companies awarded the contracts can be found here.

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