LaserMed's New Metal 3D Printing Capabilities
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At LaserMed Technologies, we're introducing our latest advancement in manufacturing: metal 3D printing. This new capability enhances and redefines what's possible in prototyping and production — in terms of speed, precision, and part functionality.
Our Direct Metal Laser Melting (DMLM) technology is changing how products move from initial concept through to final production. Whether you're developing a first-run prototype or preparing a part for end-use validation, this process delivers.
What DMLS Means for Your Development Timeline
Our metal 3D printing capabilities are built around Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) — a process that produces fully functional metal prototypes and production parts in less than a week. Here's what that means in practice:
Production-Grade Materials: We use a range of medical-grade metals, so prototypes aren't just fast — they're robust and suitable for end-use testing.
Precision Where It Counts: DMLS achieves features as small as 0.006 inches, enabling complex geometries that traditional machining can't reach.
No Compromises on Complexity: Internal channels, lattice structures, and intricate external profiles are all within scope. Parts that previously required multiple manufacturing steps can now be produced in a single build.
For teams working in medical device development or prototype and molding workflows, the ability to validate a production-representative part this early in the cycle is a meaningful shift.
Streamlining the Manufacturing Process
One of the most significant advantages of DMLS is what it does to assembly complexity.
Single-Unit Construction: Multi-piece assemblies can be converted into a single, cohesive print — reducing assembly time, improving structural integrity, and cutting per-part costs.
Features Built In, Not Added On: Internal cooling channels and lightweight structures can be designed directly into the part geometry. That capability isn't available through conventional subtractive methods.
From Prototype to Production-Ready: Parts produced via DMLS are built from the same materials and to the same tolerances as final production components. There's no gap between your prototype and your launch-ready part.
Combined with LaserMed's broader capabilities in precision laser tube cutting and device assembly and packaging, DMLS fits into a complete development workflow — not just an isolated step. You can see examples of finished work in our product gallery.
With metal 3D printing now part of the LaserMed offering, clients in medical device, life sciences, aerospace, and industrial sectors have a faster path from design to validated part. Reach out to our owners directly at (612) 800-0784 to discuss your next project.
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