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As Australian and New Zealand manufacturers strive to remain competitive in a global market, embracing advanced technologies is essential. The Makino AML500, a state-of-the-art 5-axis additive manufacturing machine, represents a significant leap forward for industries requiring high precision, speed, and reliability. At the core of this innovation is High-Speed Laser Metal Deposition (HS-LMD)—a process that redefines how complex parts are repaired, built, or coated with superior performance and efficiency.
Developed by Makino, a global leader in precision manufacturing solutions, the AML500 is purpose-built for rapid 3D build-up, precision repair, and advanced surface coatings—especially in sectors where quality and speed are non-negotiable.
About Makino: Makino is renowned for its high-performance machining centres, automation systems, and digital manufacturing innovations. With a strong global footprint and a commitment to precision, Makino continues to serve leading manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, medical, and die/mould sectors. The AML500 represents the company’s growing capabilities in hybrid manufacturing, combining subtractive and additive technologies into a single platform. More about Makino
Aerospace: The AML500 allows aerospace manufacturers to produce complex, lightweight structures that improve aircraft performance and reduce fuel consumption. Using HS-LMD, Makino enables up to 5X higher build rates compared to conventional additive systems, which significantly shortens lead times for critical components. The process also creates thinner deposition layers with a small heat-affected zone, preventing distortion—a crucial requirement when repairing or building high-value aerospace parts like turbine blades or housings.
Automotive: In automotive and motorsport applications, the AML500 helps accelerate innovation. Whether you’re developing performance components or prototyping EV drivetrains, HS-LMD offers enhanced mechanical performance and precise material deposition. With the ability to work with advanced materials and layer thin, wear-resistant coatings, manufacturers benefit from longer-lasting parts, lighter assemblies, and faster production cycles—all while maintaining stringent quality standards.
Medical manufacturing: The medical sector benefits from the AML500’s ability to produce customised implants and surgical tools with intricate internal structures. The thin-layer capability of HS-LMD supports the fabrication of porous surfaces ideal for biological integration, while the low thermal input protects material integrity. The AML500’s support for biocompatible and advanced materials further enhances its suitability for high-precision, high-compliance medical applications.
Die and mould: Tool and die makers face regular wear-and-tear on their assets. The AML500 enables fast, high-precision repairs, even on complex geometries, without compromising dimensional accuracy. With a small heat-affected zone, there is minimal thermal distortion—ensuring repaired moulds meet original specifications. Additionally, the ability to apply advanced coatings extends tool life, while integrated 5-axis machining ensures the repaired area is finished to tight tolerances—all within the same machine setup.
Semiconductor: In semiconductor manufacturing, dimensional stability and accuracy are paramount. The AML500’s HS-LMD process is ideal for producing fine-featured, high-precision parts with minimal heat impact. It allows manufacturers to work with heat-sensitive or advanced materials, ensuring tight tolerances and smooth surface finishes essential for chip fabrication, test equipment, and tooling.
The AML500’s additive capabilities are powered by Makino’s proprietary High-Speed Laser Metal Deposition (HS-LMD) system. This process uses a high-energy laser to melt metal powder, which is simultaneously fed into the melt pool and deposited with micron-level accuracy along a 5-axis toolpath.
Key advantages of HS-LMD include:
These features ensure that every component manufactured or repaired using the AML500 meets the highest performance standards while streamlining production workflows.
The Makino AML500 is more than just an additive manufacturing machine—it is a hybrid production platform built for the demands of modern industry. By integrating precision CNC machining and advanced metal deposition, it delivers unmatched versatility, accuracy, and value. Whether you’re looking to reduce downtime through repair, produce complex geometries, or apply performance coatings—the AML500 empowers your manufacturing operation to move faster, smarter, and more sustainably.
For manufacturers across Australia and New Zealand seeking to future-proof their production capabilities, the AML500 offers a decisive technological edge—and Headland Technology is your trusted partner in making that transition seamless and successful.
Our CNC and Makino experts here at Headland Technology are ready to guide you through how the AML500 can be tailored to your specific manufacturing environment.
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