Nano Dimension provides an update on its future plans, including the outlook for Desktop Metal and Markforged
The Atomic Layers: S10E23 (00290)
Atomic Layer of the Day:
After recent organizational turbulence, Nano Dimension decided to clear the air by sending its executives to leading AM media outlets for explanatory interviews.
So far, two interviews have been published: Nir Sade, Nano Dimension’s General Manager of AME, spoke to TCT Magazine about 3D printing electronics, while Julien Lederman, the company’s Chief Business Officer, spoke with 3DPrint.com about organizational matters — including plans for the integration of recently acquired Desktop Metal and Markforged.
And, well, the gentlemen had some interesting things to say…
Nir Sade made it clear that despite the frenzied acquisition spree under former CEO Yoav Stern, the company’s original and still core business area remains its proprietary Additive Manufacturing Electronics (AME) technology, which enables the printing of multilayer electronic circuits.
In recent years, Nano Dimension has focused on developing materials critical for the industrial application of AME. Currently available conductive materials reach about 35% of the conductivity of traditional methods — sufficient for many applications — but the company is working to improve this figure to meet 90% of market needs.
At the same time, work is underway to enhance dielectric materials that must withstand high temperatures, such as those present in soldering processes (currently 170–190°C, with a target range of 240–260°C). New solutions are already being tested with customers, and market introduction is planned soon.
Sade emphasizes that Nano Dimension still sees AME as the foundation of its strategy.
Although the company has recently been associated mainly with acquisitions, AME remains its core — both historically and in terms of its future direction.
The market associated with this technology is estimated to be worth billions of dollars, and its development will largely depend on material advancements and the degree of industrial adoption.
Regarding the year’s two biggest headlines — the formal acquisitions of Desktop Metal and Markforged — Julien Lederman also provided a fairly clear picture of where the new management sees the greatest business potential.
Markforged is already being integrated into Nano Dimension’s operations, while Desktop Metal remains a separate legal entity undergoing internal strategic review, particularly regarding obligations and liquidity needs.
Lederman literally said:
“Yes, we acquired them… but it is still a distinct legal entity and a subsidiary of Nano Dimension. It has to go through its own process, and we’re letting that play out.”
Nano Dimension has made decisions about other areas of its business as well, shutting down unprofitable units such as Fabrica (microscale 3D printing) and Admatec (DLP ceramics technologies), and implementing cost-cutting measures expected to save $20 million annually.
A key element of Nano Dimension’s strategy now is synergy between its various business areas.
The company aims to leverage the strengths of each acquired firm — particularly Markforged’s advanced software — while continuing to build on its core competencies in electronics printing (as Sade also emphasized).
Lederman stressed that the goal is no longer consolidation for consolidation’s sake, but rather the construction of a sustainable business model that can achieve financial stability.
In 2024, Nano Dimension recorded a 3% increase in revenue but also a loss, partly due to a revaluation of earlier investments in Stratasys.
To improve performance, the company plans to rationalize spending — especially in R&D, sales, and management.
Under the leadership of new CEO Ofir Baharav, who took office in April 2025, Nano Dimension aims to combine technological innovation with efficient operational management. If this strategy is successfully implemented, the company could become one of the few integrated and profitable players in the 3D printing industry.
And if not, well — no one can say they didn’t try…
Atomic Layer from the Past:
05-23-1984: Yoji Marutani filed a patent application for the "optical forming method".
News & Gossip:
Chicago Additive has secured a co-exclusive license for the U.S. patent “Advanced Manufacturing Operational Apparatus, System, and Method,” developed in collaboration with the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific). This technology underpins the newly launched AMOS series of 3D printers, which are tailored to meet the needs of industrial users, academic institutions, and military operations. The AMOS series includes three models—AMOS 200, 300, and 500. These systems were field-tested during RIMPAC, the world’s largest international maritime exercise, demonstrating their ability to perform in real-world military logistics scenarios. Manufacturing of the AMOS series takes place at Chicago Additive’s facility in Demotte, Indiana, on a purpose-built production line. Initial shipments are planned for Q2 2025, with additional models and configurations expected in Q3 2025.
voxeljet’s VX9000, the world’s largest binder jet 3D printer, has printed 20 massive sand molds for clean energy components. Developed with GE Vernova and Fraunhofer IGCV, and backed by $14.9M from the U.S. DoE, it slashes mold production time from 10 weeks to 2, accelerating wind and hydro turbine manufacturing.
And finally – Madeleine Prior, long-time editor at 3DNatives, is parting ways with the French outlet after four years. For now, she hasn’t revealed her next career move. This marks the second major departure from 3DNatives in the past four months — in February, the publication also said goodbye to its founder and CEO, Alexandre Martel. Meanwhile, in April, Michael Molitch-Hou left 3DPrint.com to join ASTM International. Yeah, people leave this industry... In case you’re not familiar with Madeleine — here she is:
Pawel, I don’t believe Michael “left the industry”