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Divergent Technologies Unveils the Monolith One

Divergent Technologies, Inc., known for its pioneering innovations in additive manufacturing, has unveiled its latest achievement: the Monolith One, the most advanced industrial metal 3D printer in America. As part of this significant announcement, Divergent is also expanding its manufacturing capabilities by establishing a second facility in Long Beach, California, signaling a decisive move towards revolutionizing production in the defense and commercial sectors.

Expanding Manufacturing Capacity

Located in a spacious 430,000 square-foot facility, the new plant aims to significantly boost Divergent's production capabilities, enabling the company to deliver tens of thousands of munition airframes annually. This massive expansion is set to increase annual production output by eightfold, responding to the rising demand in both private and government contracts.

The Monolith One has been designed for continuous, high-throughput operations. With its imposing dimensions of over six meters wide and eight meters tall, this innovative machine harnesses laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technology, featuring 12 powerful 2kW lasers that allow for an unmatched total laser power of 24kW. This capability guarantees a larger build volume of 700 x 700 x 835 mm, providing maximum versatility to manufacture with various industry-standard alloys such as aluminum, steel, and titanium.

Innovation at Its Core

Divergent's new printer stands on 12 years of expertise in the field of additive manufacturing, representing 28 months of rigorous design, engineering, and development spearheaded by Chief Technology Officer Brian Erhartic. The Monolith One is an integral part of the company’s revolutionary DAPS™ (Divergent Adaptive Production System), which is engineered to produce complex metal and multi-material structures for cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects.

With DAPS™, Divergent has managed to compress traditional supply chain timelines from months to just weeks or even days, dramatically increasing efficiency. As highlighted by CEO Lukas Czinger, "The Monolith One is the first metal 3D printer explicitly designed for the mass production of critical hardware. This massive leap forward positions us to support key players in the industry such as Lockheed Martin and others, fortifying our role in the industrial age."

Advanced Features for Enhanced Performance

The Monolith One's architecture is tailored for scalability and includes several advanced features designed to maximize production efficiency. Some of these notable features include:

• - Industrial-Scale Architecture - Specifically crafted for high-throughput production, ensuring reliability.
• - Expanded Build Volume - Capable of accommodating complex structures with a generous build volume.
• - Unprecedented Laser Power - A robust laser set-up designed to achieve superior part quality.
• - Multi-Alloy Compatibility - The flexibility to work with a variety of materials enhances production adaptability.
• - Dynamic Optical Control - This allows for precise energy placement, optimizing the production process.
• - Closed-Loop Powder Handling - Innovations in material handling promote continuous operations and maintain quality integrity.

Every feature of the Monolith One has been meticulously engineered to ensure reliability and maximize control over the production process. Divergent’s in-house manufacturing of its own LPBF printers represents a significant step towards delivering a reliable, adaptable, and performance-enhanced additive manufacturing solution.

A Commitment to Local Manufacturing

Divergent's expansion to Long Beach pays homage to Southern California’s deep-rooted history in aerospace and defense innovation. The company not only aims to create approximately 1,000 direct jobs but also anticipates that many more indirect jobs will stem from the construction and operational demands of the new facility. This move underlines Long Beach’s growing reputation as a hub for advanced manufacturing and technological innovation, especially in regards to its historic background as a major American manufacturing center during World War II.

As Divergent Technologies steers towards greater heights in the additive manufacturing landscape with the Monolith One and an expanded manufacturing footprint, its commitment to quality, efficiency, and innovation solidifies its role as a key player in shaping the future of industrial production in the United States. To learn more about Divergent and its transformative technology, visit their official website at divergent.us.