Wipro 3D and Nikon SLM Solutions forge partnership to boost additive manufacturing in India

Wipro 3D and Nikon SLM Solutions have entered into a strategic partnership, poised to transform the Additive Manufacturing sector in India. The alliance integrates Wipro 3D’s robust infrastructure and profound technical expertise with Nikon SLM Solutions’ cutting-edge selective laser melting technology. Together, they aim to enhance the quality of Additive Manufacturing services and streamline manufacturing processes across various industries within the Indian market.

The partnership capitalizes on Nikon SLM Solutions’ reputation for its comprehensive suite of metal Additive Manufacturing solutions and Wipro 3D’s established market presence and deep sector knowledge. This collaboration is designed to spur innovation, optimize production workflows, and encourage the broad-based adoption of Additive Manufacturing technologies across all key industrial sectors in India.

Nikon SLM Solutions brings to the partnership a sophisticated lineup of metal Additive Manufacturing systems, including models like the Nikon SLM 125, Nikon SLM 280 2.0, Nikon SLM 500, and Nikon SLM 800. These systems are renowned for their high build rates and precision, which will enable Indian manufacturers to efficiently create complex metal parts with high quality.

Pratik Kumar, CEO of Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN) & Managing Director of Wipro Enterprises, highlighted the strategic value of this partnership, stating, “By combining our strengths, we aim to advance industrial manufacturing and significantly contribute to the nation’s quest for self-reliance and technological advancement.”

Sam O’Leary, CEO of Nikon SLM Solutions, echoed this sentiment, expressing enthusiasm for bringing their advanced technologies to the Indian market and contributing to the growth of additive manufacturing in the region.

Yathiraj Kasal, Business Head and General Manager at Wipro 3D, elaborated on the potential impact of the partnership, emphasizing the introduction of innovative metal 3D printing solutions in India. This initiative is expected to bolster the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ campaigns by facilitating the domestic production of innovative and cost-effective metal parts and systems.

Anders Thelander, Head of Global Channel Partners at Nikon SLM Solutions, noted the strategic importance of expanding their footprint in the Indian market, combining their advanced technologies with Wipro 3D’s extensive market knowledge and infrastructure to deliver unparalleled customer value.

Ashan Dhunna, General Manager of Nikon SLM Solutions India, highlighted the partnership’s potential to open new opportunities and foster innovation in high-precision industries, providing tailored solutions to meet future challenges.

The strategic partnership between Wipro 3D and Nikon SLM Solutions marks a significant step towards modernizing India’s manufacturing capabilities through Additive Manufacturing. This collaboration not only promises to enhance production capacities and quality but also supports India’s broader industrial goals of innovation and self-sufficiency.