Metal Additive Manufacturing
Metal Additive Manufacturing Laser-Based Directed Energy Deposition (DED)
Build metal structures layer by layer using laser-based directed energy deposition.
Designed for large parts, functional features, and hybrid manufacturing workflows.
- Layer-by-layer metal deposition for structural creation
- Large build volumes beyond powder-bed limitations
- Compatible with new part manufacturing and geometry modification
What Is Metal Additive Manufacturing?
Metal additive manufacturing is a production method in which metal material is deposited layer by layer to create three-dimensional structures.Unlike laser cladding, which focuses on surface enhancement and repair, additive manufacturing enables the creation of new three-dimensional structures and functional features.
Why Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing?
Large-Scale Capability
Suitable for large components and open build volumes that exceed powder-bed system limits.
High Material Efficiency
Material is deposited only where required, reducing waste and post-processing.
Hybrid Manufacturing Ready
Additive deposition can be combined with machining, forging, or casting processes.
Additive Manufacturing Processes
Directed Energy Deposition (DED / LMD)
Directed Energy Deposition uses a focused laser beam to create a melt pool while metal powder or wire is continuously fed into the process zone.
Material solidifies track by track and layer by layer, forming dense metal structures.
Key Characteristics
Powder or wire-fed deposition
Flexible build size and geometry
Ideal for structural features, reinforcements, and part modification
What Can Be Built with Metal Additive Manufacturing?
Near-net-shape metal components
Structural ribs, bosses, and reinforcements
Large features added to existing parts
Functionally graded structures
Multi-material builds
Geometry modification and component rebuild
When to Choose Additive Manufacturing
- When new geometry or structural features are required
- When part size exceeds powder-bed limitations
- When additive and machining processes must be combined
- When repair also involves geometry modification
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Why Choose Vivlaser
What Sets Us Apart?
- Over 20 years of diode laser expertise
- Certified by ISO9001, CE, Rohs certification
- 10,000+ m² modern factory, 100,000+ units annual capacity
- Trusted by top laser industry leaders and global device brands
- Fast delivery and responsive global support
Choose Vivlaser—where reliability, scale, and proven performance power your business.
Start Your Project with Vivlaser
Planning a Metal Additive Manufacturing Project?
Share your part geometry, material requirements, and functional goals.
Our engineering team will evaluate feasibility and recommend a laser-based additive manufacturing solution.
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