History

2018

GF Machining Solutions announces its strategic cooperation with 3D Systems, a leader in additive manufacturing, for jointly developed, integrated manufacturing solutions based on 3D printing. The first jointly developed machine, the DMP Factory 500, is presented at IMTS in Chicago in the same year.

2017

In line with its strategy to digitize its offering, GF Machining Solutions acquires the Germany-based company Symmedia, a specialist in software for machine connectivity solutions.

2016

GF Machining Solutions acquires Microlution, a specialist in micro-machining based on Milling and Laser technologies. The acquisition is in line with the strategy of GF Machining Solutions to enlarge its technology portfolio to cover the needs of its key target sectors such as aerospace and medical.

2014

Liechti Engineering, a worldwide market leader in precision airfoils for the aircraft engine and energy production sectors, becomes part of GF Machining Solutions.

As of 1 January 2014, GF AgieCharmilles becomes GF Machining Solutions. The name change is an opportunity for the Division to communicate that it is far more than simply a supplier of machine tools. Along with the name change, a new design style on the GF Machining Solutions website and sales literature will be gradually implemented.