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Text: Thomas Masuch
Atlix: New branding and look
Atlix is introducing a new visual identity for its Additive Manufacturing systems, marking another important step in the company’s evolution. From 1 September 2026, all new machine orders will be delivered under the updated ATLIX branding, including a new product-naming architecture and a distinctive visual design. At the centre of the new portfolio is xBuild, which replaces the previous TruPrint name. The new naming strategy connects ATLIX’s products to its broader xWorld ecosystem. The portfolio comprises four systems (xBuild 1000, 2000. 3000 und 5000), each designed for specific production requirements while remaining technically unchanged. “The coming months will be an important period for ATLIX. We have a lot of work ahead of us and many new developments that we cannot wait to present at Formnext,” adds Ferrarese.
Atlix at Formnext 2026: Hall 12.0, Booth D99
Fronius: New WAAM cell
Whether for a spare part, prototypes or complex one-of-a-kind piece, Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) is becoming increasingly important as an industrial manufacturing process. The new Additive Cell from Fronius combines CMT welding technology, process control and software. According to Fronius, the combination of CMT Additive PRO and the Fronius iWave power source ensures a precise welding process within the cell. All operations are managed by the Polaris system controller. The Fronius Additive Cell also includes the proprietary software bundle Vectris, which brings together the machine tool service kit (MTSK) and the post-processor on a single central platform. Applications for the Fronius Additive Cell, and for WAAM in general, are diverse, ranging from reverse engineering and optimisation of existing components to completely new designs.
Fronius at Formnext 2026: Hall 12.0, Booth B59
Oscar PLT: Mobile repair of cast components in the field
Oscar PLT is introducing a new generation of its ProFocus laser welding technology for mobile repair operations. Designed for use in shipyards, aboard vessels and on wind turbines, the system enables on-site 3D repairs using wire-based Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) technology. To support field deployment, Oscar PLT has developed a compact system architecture built around the ProFocus laser head. The compact diode laser head weighs approximately 6 kg and offers high accessibility in confined working environments. The company is also pursuing further miniaturisation of the power source and peripheral equipment, alongside the development of a new generation of welding heads to expand its mobile portfolio. ProFocus technology has already been successfully demonstrated on test engine blocks and during two real-world vessel repair projects, where critical cast components were restored directly on site.
Oscar PLT at Formnext 2026: Hall 11.0, Booth B62
Anima: From prototyping to series production
Greek company Anima will unveil its A Series, a range of industrial metal 3D printers based on ZRapid’s iSLM160 and iSLM420 platforms and re-engineered and optimised by European specialists. The series features enhanced machine configurations and integrated research modules tailored to the needs of industrial and research users. The A1 is a compact SLM system designed for functional prototyping, toolmaking and small-batch production. It offers a build volume of 160 × 160 × 210 mm and operates with a 500 W fibre laser at 1064 nm. The A4 scales the same platform for series and large-format production. It provides a build volume of 420 × 420 × 500 mm and can be configured with two, three or four 500 W lasers. With a beam diameter ranging from 0.06 to 0.20 mm, it delivers reference build rates of 15 to 50 cm³/h.
Anima at Formnext 2026: Hall 12.0, Booth G79
