3D Printing News Briefs: Farsoon's New Large-Format Metal AM Systems, WAAM3D Distribution Deal, and IMPLANET FDA Clearance

Farsoon Unveils Next-Generation Large-Format Metal AM at TCT Asia

At TCT Asia 2026, Farsoon Technologies made several significant announcements, including the launch of the FS812M-U — the latest in its 800mm class of metal AM systems. Despite a 41% smaller footprint than the FS811M, it delivers a generous 810 x 810 x 1700 mm build volume, making it ideal for printing tall, complex components like grid stabilizer fins with minimal supports.

Targeting aerospace and high-volume automotive production, the FS812M-U comes standard with 8 or 10 laser configurations with optional beam shaping technology. It also features closed-loop chamber pressure control, an optimized recoating system, smart scanning strategies, and MES connectivity.

Also announced at the show: the FS1311M-U, a large-format system designed for high-end industrial sectors including energy, aerospace, and automotive. This 16-laser behemoth offers an ultra-large 1310 x 1310 x 1650 mm build volume, intelligent recoating monitoring, and a permanent filtration system optimized for extended serial production runs.

On the materials side, Farsoon showcased its SLS 3D printed PEBA (Polyether Block Amide) — a high-performance thermoplastic elastomer with high tear resistance, excellent elasticity, and fatigue durability — alongside expanded polymer PBF compatibility with ALM's high-performance powders including flame-retardant FR-106 and bio-based PA 850 Black.

MULTISTATION Signs Exclusive WAAM3D Distribution Deal for France

French industrial solutions provider MULTISTATION SAS has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with UK-based WAAM3D, a specialist in wire arc additive manufacturing technology. The deal was announced at the METAL AMS conference in Senlis, France.

WAAM technology produces very large metal parts with simplified supply chains, reduced costs, and shorter lead times. WAAM3D's flagship RoboWAAM PLUS system features a GMAX multi-wire process capable of deposition rates up to 15 kg/h. The company also offers the standard RoboWAAM and the compact MiniWAAM system.

"This partnership with WAAM3D is fully aligned with our development strategy around metal additive manufacturing technologies," said Yannick Loisance, CEO of MULTISTATION. "It enables us to deliver high value-added solutions to address the industrial challenges of tomorrow."

IMPLANET Wins FDA Clearance for 3D Printed Spinal Cage Range

French medtech company IMPLANET has received FDA clearance for its 3D printed Swingo anterior cervical cage range — spinal implants designed for vertebral fusion procedures. The company, based near Bordeaux with a U.S. subsidiary in Boston, developed the range through a dedicated R&D group established in 2024.

The 3D printed titanium implants feature multiple sizes and designs tailored specifically to vertebral anatomy, enabling better control of interbody fusion across various surgical approaches. The FDA clearance includes a next-generation instrumentation range designed to improve patient safety while reducing surgical time.

"In the short term, combined with our JSS posterior fusion system, this will enable us to offer a comprehensive range of implants dedicated to spinal fusion in the United States, our priority market," said Ludovic Lastennet, CEO of IMPLANET. "This represents another structural step in our development plan aimed at reinforcing our offering in the spine surgery segment within a market estimated at $1.35 billion."