Sixpenny Additive, a new force in Canada’s advanced manufacturing landscape, has been appointed as Meltio’s first authorized distributor and integration partner in the country. The collaboration will introduce Meltio’s cutting-edge wire-laser metal 3D printing solutions to Canadian manufacturers, marking a significant step toward expanding industrial additive manufacturing across North America.
Meltio’s patented wire-laser directed energy deposition (DED) process allows the production of high-density metal parts using standard welding wire as feedstock. The system can function as a standalone 3D printer or be seamlessly integrated with robotic arms, giving manufacturers a flexible and cost-efficient way to produce, repair, or enhance complex metal components.
Through this partnership, Sixpenny Additive will offer Canadian manufacturers full access to Meltio Engine systems, including expert setup and integration for both robotic and hybrid production environments. Local teams will ensure the systems are configured to meet the specific needs of each facility, enabling seamless adoption of advanced metal 3D printing technology.
Canadian customers will also benefit from on-site technical support and training. Sixpenny Additive’s experts will provide ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on operator instruction, ensuring reliable system performance and helping teams maximize the potential of their new equipment.
In addition, Sixpenny Additive will provide guidance on design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) and product development. By assisting companies with process optimization and part design, they help unlock new opportunities for innovation and improve efficiency across the production cycle.
Finally, the partnership offers direct access to Meltio’s wire-laser technology through Sixpenny Additive’s service bureau. Manufacturers can prototype and produce metal parts on-demand without needing to invest in equipment upfront, making advanced metal additive manufacturing more accessible and cost-effective.
“We’re excited to bring Meltio’s breakthrough technology to Canadian manufacturers,” said David Nolan, President of Sixpenny Additive. “Wire-laser DED gives companies the ability to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and create geometries that conventional machining can’t achieve. Our mission is to make that transition straightforward by providing both the hardware and the hands-on expertise needed to succeed.”
Gabriel Ortiz, Meltio’s Channel Manager for the United States, added “Our partnership with Sixpenny Additive allows us to extend Meltio’s reach into Canada and offer industries a complete wire-laser metal 3D printing solution—whether through a robotic integration like the Meltio Engine or the ready-to-use Meltio Robot Cell. This collaboration will support sectors from aerospace to automotive in printing and repairing dependable metal parts using our DED technology.”
Sixpenny Additive is a Canadian company specializing in advanced metal additive manufacturing. Its expertise covers five key areas: service bureau production, OEM sales and integration, proprietary part development, DfAM and certification consulting, and post-processing services. As part of Sixpenny Architectural Fabrication, the company leverages nearly a decade of experience delivering complex metal projects for architectural, industrial, and artistic applications.
Meltio designs and produces next-generation wire-laser metal 3D printing systems that combine reliability, safety, and cost efficiency. Its multi-laser DED technology supports standard welding wires to create fully dense, functional metal parts. Serving a global customer base, Meltio provides scalable solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and research.
