United Performance Metals (UPM), a US-based specialty metals solutions provider and affiliate of ONeal Industries, has acquired Fabrisonic LLC, an Ohio-based 3D metal printing manufacturing company. The acquisition is intended to enhance UPMs manufacturing capabilities and expand its range of solutions.We are excited to welcome Fabrisonic to the United Performance Metals family. Their technology and expertise will strengthen our ability to create advanced materials and provide innovative manufacturing solutions to address the needs of our customers, said Peter Neuberger, President and CEO of United Performance Metals.Fabrisonics UAM 3D Printing Process. Photo via: FabrisonicIntegration with UPMs Specialty Processing FacilitiesFollowing the acquisition, Fabrisonic will become part of UPMs specialty processing network, which includes Precision Thin Strip in Wallingford, CT; UPM Advanced Solutions in Cincinnati, OH; and Precision Cold Saw Cutting and Grinding in Oakland, CA. These locations will continue to provide value-added processing services for specialty metals, supporting UPMs customer base.This acquisition marks an important development for Fabrisonic. Becoming part of the United Performance Metals family will allow us to utilize additional resources and capabilities, helping us extend our reach and continue delivering solutions to our customers. We appreciate the contributions of our engineers who have been instrumental in our progress, and we look forward to the next phase of our growth, said Jason Riley, General Manager of Fabrisonic.The SonicLayer 1200. Photo via Fabrisonic. Fabrisonics Metal Fabrication TechnologyFabrisonic, originally established as a division of Ohio-based engineering services provider EWI, became an independent entity in 2011. The company specializes in metal fabrication and has developed proprietary technologies to create advanced metal materials for industries such as aerospace, defense, space, and automotive.A key technology of Fabrisonic is ultrasonic additive manufacturing (UAM), a hybrid metal 3D printing process that uses ultrasonic vibrations to weld together layers of metal foils into a 3D shape. UAM is suitable for the 3D printing of integrated electronics thanks to its ability to operate at low temperatures, and also enables 3D printing at high speed.In 2021, Fabrisonic introduced its SonicLayer X Seam Welder, which the company claims is twice as powerful as other models currently available on the market. Fabrisonics patented 10,000W SonicLayer X is designed to deliver faster travel speeds, accommodate thicker materials, provide higher downforce, and offer a wider range of material choices compared to other welding models. This innovation enhances the precision and efficiency of metal fabrication, particularly in demanding industries like aerospace, defense, and automotive.Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards?Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content.Featured image showsFabrisonics UAM 3D Printing Process. Photo via: FabrisonicPaloma DuranPaloma Duran holds a BA in International Relations and an MA in Journalism. Specializing in writing, podcasting, and content and event creation, she works across politics, energy, mining, and technology. With a passion for global trends, Paloma is particularly interested in the impact of technology like 3D printing on shaping our future.