3D Printing Production Transfer

3D Printing Production Transfer – Additive Manufacturing in Certified Hands

Are you currently operating your own additive manufacturing line and hitting its limits? Or has your manufacturing partner become unavailable, and now you urgently need a reliable replacement—without compromising on quality, deadlines, or confidentiality? Then we are the right partner for you.

We offer you a certified, immediately available 3D printing infrastructure—ideal for temporary bridging or permanent outsourcing of your additive manufacturing processes. We execute your requirements as if they were our own.

Why Additive Production Transfer Can Be a Strategic Advantage

n modern industrial manufacturing, additive technologies have become an essential part—especially when it comes to functional prototypes, complex geometries, or batch size one production. However, not every company can maintain the required infrastructure over time. Even with well-established in-house processes, circumstances can arise that require a change in strategy:

  • Supplier failure or capacity bottlenecks

  • Maintenance or downtime of in-house systems

  • New material or certification requirements

  • Technology changes or strategic withdrawal from in-house production

In such cases, it is crucial to have a partner at your side who offers experience, scalability, and industry insight. That’s where we come in.

3D Printing Production Transfer

What We Deliver – On-Demand Additive Manufacturing

As an established manufacturing service provider, we offer structured additive production transfer. You benefit from the following services:

  • 3D metal printing (aluminum, stainless steel, tool steel)

  • Serial and single-part production using powder bed processes

  • Immediately available machine capacity — even for high-volume projects

  • Secure data takeover & efficient process handover

  • Full service: from data verification and printing to post-processing

  • Surface treatment, assembly, and quality inspection

  • Secure packaging & shipping—just-in-time or on-demand

  • All processes are certified in accordance with:

    • DIN EN 9100 (Aerospace)
    • DIN EN ISO 13485 (Medical Technology)

The result: you maintain your delivery capabilities, reduce internal workload, and receive exactly the quality your industry demands—with no lengthy onboarding or ramp-up phases.

3D Printing Production Transfer – Part Evaluation

The True Art of a Successful 3D Printed Metal Series Project: Aligning Post-Processing with Print Data

The key to success in 3D-printed metal components lies in the optimal selection and coordination of post-processing techniques—particularly surface treatment. This is the only way to achieve the desired surface quality without compromising the geometry or function of the part.

With years of experience in this field, we know exactly which procedures best meet specific requirements. That makes us a unique partner for industrial medical device manufacturing.
Our portfolio of post-processing services includes:

  • Stress-relieving heat treatment

  • Hardening processes in the oven

  • Vibratory finishing / trowalizing

  • CNC milling and turning for high-precision geometries

  • Belt and plunge grinding

  • Chemical smoothing (Hirtisation)

  • Passivation

Which Industries Benefit from Additive Production Transfer?

Our clients operate in the most demanding sectors—each with unique expectations regarding design, production quality, and documentation. Examples include:

  • Automotive

    • Rapid production of functional and installation-ready prototypes
    • Replacement of discontinued plastic parts with metal alternatives
    • Production support during model changes or new series ramp-ups
  • Aerospace

    • Manufacturing compliant with EN 9100 standards
    • Lightweight components with high durability
    • Small series for UAVs, cabin parts, and assembly solutions
  • Medical Technology

    • Custom geometries for patient-specific products
    • Biocompatible materials and validated post-processing
    • Support for verification and approval procedures

Across all these sectors, our customers know: When speed matters and quality is non-negotiable—Robert Hofmann GmbH is the right choice.

How to Successfully Transfer Your Production

Getting started is straightforward—even at short notice. We handle your 3D printing projects in just a few steps:

  1. Inquiry & Needs Analysis
    Together, we define which parts, materials, and quantities are needed.
  2. Data Review & Quotation
    We verify existing 3D data, create new models if required, and calculate based on your specifications.
  3. Onboarding & Process Transfer
    We integrate your project into our production systems—including process definition and quality agreements.
  4. Start of Production
    Your additive manufacturing now runs externally—with the same reliability as if done in-house.
  5. Optional Add-ons
    Assembly, storage, series production, or reintegration—according to your needs.
Outsourcing of 3D Printing Production
Presentation of a 3D-Printed Component

Conclusion: 3D Printing Production Transfer with the Robert Hofmann Team – Your Process, Our Commitment

Production outsourcing doesn’t have to be a risk—especially when entrusted to experienced hands. As your partner for additive manufacturing, we are ready when it counts. Whether for a one-time project or a long-term solution:

You focus on your core business—we secure your additive manufacturing.

Let’s talk about your 3D printing production transfer—

Straightforward, collaborative, and on equal terms.
We’ll show you how your project can become a success.

FAQ – 3D Printing Production Transfer

Which 3D printing technologies does Robert Hofmann GmbH offer?
We work with metal powder-based processes, including SLM and DMLS.

How quickly can a project begin?
Depending on complexity and material, within just a few working days. We intentionally reserve capacity for short-notice projects.

Are CAD-files required?
Ideally yes—but we can assist with data preparation or create new models upon request.

Is series production possible?
Absolutely. We produce one-offs, small batches, and scale up as needed—including quality control and packaging.

What about confidentiality and data security?
As an ISO-certified company, we use secure data environments, access control, and NDAs—your data remains protected at all times.

Always there for you

Contact & Service

Kai Kegelmann

Your contact person:

Kai Kegelmann
Sales Manager

Mobility & Logistics

Phone: (+49) 9571 949 211

Email: kai.kegelmann@r-hofmann.de

Your contact person:

Karl Leitinger
Key Account Manager

Aerospace & Aviation

Phone: (+49) 9571 949 244

Email: karl.leitinger@r-hofmann.de

Your contact person:

Maxime Cerulus
Director Business Development

Medical & Healthcare

Phone: (+49) 9571 949 114

Email: maxime.cerulus@r-hofmann.de

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