JACKSONVILLE, FL and LINARES, Spain, Jan 28, 2026 – Snowbird Technologies and Meltio have introduced a containerized hybrid manufacturing system for defense field operations. The deployable platform integrates the Meltio Engine Blue into Snowbird’s mobile system to support on-site production and repair of critical components.
Snowbird’s SAMM Tech platform is a hybrid manufacturing system powered by the Meltio Engine Blue. Housed in a ruggedized container, the system features a patented gantry-mounted manufacturing cell that combines additive and subtractive processes for on-demand repair, replacement and prototype production at remote locations.
Designed for field deployment, SAMM Tech supports on-site metal manufacturing. The system reduces dependence on external supply chains and supports repair and part production in remote locations. It combines metal and plastic fabrication together in a single platform, with a focus on operational reliability, safety and supply continuity.
Designed to operate within existing military logistics frameworks, the system supports deployment across multiple locations. Its modular design enables use in both land and maritime environments and supports on-site component production and repair. Powered by the Meltio Engine Blue, the system processes industrial metals such as aluminum, titanium and marine-grade bronze for defense-related structural and functional parts.
Meltio is active in defense and expeditionary manufacturing through hybrid additive and subtractive systems used for repair and sustainment. Snowbird’s SAMM Tech platform, which integrates Meltio technology, has been used in naval operations, including the on-site repair of a reverse osmosis pump aboard a U.S. Navy vessel. The repair restored freshwater production without requiring a return to port. Meltio’s wire-laser metal additive manufacturing technology is also used across multiple defense programs, including military and naval applications supporting onboard manufacturing and repair.
Snowbird and Meltio will present the hybrid, containerized manufacturing solution at the 10th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase (MILAM), scheduled for Feb. 3–5, 2026, in Tampa, Florida. MILAM will bring together government, defense and industry leaders to examine how advanced manufacturing technologies are being applied across the Joint Force.
Scott Morse, chief executive at Snowbird Technologies said: “This collaboration further validates the role of laser-wire directed energy deposition technology in the most demanding defense environments. By integrating the Meltio Engine Blue into our next-generation SAMM Tech platform, we are demonstrating how laser-wire DED can deliver reliable, repeatable hybrid manufacturing at the point of need, enabling critical repair and production where traditional supply chains and infrastructure are unavailable.”
“Defense organizations require manufacturing solutions that are reliable, flexible, and deployable,” said Gabriel Ortiz, America’s channel manager at Meltio. “Integrating the Meltio Engine Blue into Snowbird’s containerized system demonstrates how our technology can support expeditionary operations, helping defense users strengthen supply chain resilience and maintain operational readiness in the most challenging environments.”
Source: Meltio
About Snowbird Technologies
Snowbird Technologies designs and manufactures environmental control units, air-to-water generators and mobile additive manufacturing systems for defense and industrial customers. Its products include rugged environmental control units for temperature and humidity management, air-to-water systems that generate potable water, and the Additive Mobile Manufacturing platform for on-site metal and polymer part production. Customers include military organizations, government contractors, industrial operators and humanitarian groups operating in extreme environments. Snowbird Technologies was founded in 1992. The company is headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. It supports operations in remote and infrastructure-limited locations. Snowbird Technologies designs, assembles and tests its systems in the United States and provides technical and logistical support for deployments worldwide.
About Meltio
Meltio, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Linares, Spain, specializes in metal additive manufacturing solutions using its proprietary wire-laser Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technology. The company offers a range of products, including the Meltio M450 and M600 3D printers, as well as integration kits for CNC machines and robotic systems, enabling hybrid manufacturing capabilities. Meltio serves various industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, and education, providing tools for both production and research applications. As of early 2025, Meltio has sold over 500 systems worldwide, with installations in more than 60 countries, and employs approximately 120 people. Meltio’s technology has been adopted by several defense organizations, including the U.S. Navy, the French Navy, and the South Korean Army, for on-site manufacturing and repair of metal components.