MHTTN1000
The MHTTN1000, developed by MetalWorm, adopts Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology with Directed Energy Deposition (DED).It features a build volume of Ø700 × 700 mm, delivering high deposition rates, efficient material utilization, and reliable performance for industrial metal additive manufacturing applications.
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MHTTN1000 WAAM Compact System
The MHTTN1000 is a compact robotic WAAM system developed for users who want an integrated, plug-and-play metal additive manufacturing cell. It brings together robotic movement, additive manufacturing process control, a two-axis positioner, and in-cell safety components to support reliable metal part production within a controlled workspace.
Instead of relying only on machining from solid blocks or fabricating complex assemblies from multiple parts, WAAM enables users to build metal geometry layer by layer using wire and arc-based deposition. This makes the MHTTN1000 useful for applications where manufacturers want to reduce material waste, shorten production lead times, support repair work, and create functional metal structures with improved design flexibility.
Compact Cell for Industrial WAAM Production
The MHTTN1000 is designed as a compact robotic cell, making it suitable for facilities that need WAAM capability without a very large installation footprint.
Its integrated system design allows key additive manufacturing operations to be controlled inside one cell. The two-axis positioner helps support controlled build orientation and improved access during deposition. The 1000 kg positioner payload makes the system suitable for handling demanding metal part production requirements within its defined build envelope.
Built for Controlled Metal Part Manufacturing
The robotic setup supports repeatable toolpath execution for wire arc additive manufacturing. The 6 + 2 axis configuration gives the system flexibility for controlled deposition paths and positioning. The single-station configuration is suitable for focused production, development, repair, and application-specific workflows.
The integrated cell approach supports safer and more organized operation compared with open, non-enclosed production setups.
Plug-and-Play WAAM System Design
The MHTTN1000 is designed with integrated components and technologies inside a single robotic cell. The system is intended to help users start WAAM operations with a ready industrial configuration rather than building a fully custom setup from the ground up.
In-cell lighting, safety equipment, torch cleaning, and CCTV can support smoother operation and better process visibility. The compact format makes the MHTTN1000 suitable for manufacturers who want a practical entry into robotic metal additive manufacturing.
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Cost-Effective & Resource-Efficient Manufacturing Approach
WAAM can help reduce raw material waste by building near-net-shape metal parts instead of cutting large volumes from solid blocks. The robotic deposition approach can support faster development of large or medium-size metal components compared with conventional tooling-heavy routes.
The system can be useful for repair, rebuild, and feature-addition workflows where replacing the full component may not be practical. Its compact system design helps teams explore metal additive manufacturing for production, prototyping, tooling, and industrial repair applications.
What Can MHTTN1000 Produce?
The MHTTN1000 can support a range of industrial metal additive manufacturing applications, including:
- Medium-size metal additive manufacturing builds
- Near-net-shape metal components
- Tooling and fixture structures
- Repair and rebuild applications
- Functional metal prototypes
- Industrial part development
- Application-specific metal structures within the defined build envelope
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Metalworm Capability
| Standard | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | MIG/MAG/ TIG/Plasma/ Laser* | MIG/MAG/ TIG/Plasma/ Laser* |
| Torch Cleaning | Available | Available |
| In-Cell Lighting System | Available | Available |
| Industrial Safety Equipment | Available | Available |
| CCTV | Available | Available |
Software
| Standard | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| MetalWorm Offline Programme | Available | Available |
| MetalWorm Diagnostic | Available | Available |
| MetalWorm Machine Vision | Unavailable | Available |
| MetalWorm Control | Unavailable | Available |
| MetalWorm Anomaly Detection | Unavailable | Available |
Sensor
| Standard | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Pyrometer | Available | Available |
| Laser Distance Sensor | Unavailable | Available |
| In-Cell Humidity Sensor | Unavailable | Available |
| In-Cell Temperature Sensor | Unavailable | Available |
| In-Cell Oxygen Sensor | Unavailable | Optional |
| Gas Flow Meter | Unavailable | Available |
| Thermal Welding Camera (SWIR) | Unavailable | Available |
| Welding Camera (HDR) | Unavailable | Optional |
| Thermal Camera (IR) | Unavailable | Optional |
| Microphone | Unavailable | Available |
| 3D Camera | Unavailable | Optional |
| Spectrometer | Unavailable | Optional |
| Interferometric Sensor | Unavailable | Optional |
| Profilometer | Unavailable | Optional |
| Welding Current and Voltage Sensor | Unavailable | Optional |
Options
| Standard | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Filter | Optional | Optional |
| Fixture/Clamp | Optional | Optional |
| Transfer the Manufactured Part out of the Cell – Crane | Optional | Optional |
| Transfer the Manufactured Part out of the Cell – Trolley | Optional | Optional |
Add-On
| Standard | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Active Cooling Technology | Optional | Optional |
| In-situ Heating Technology | Optional | Optional |
| Vibration Technology | Optional | Optional |