From Concept to Combat-Ready: Scalable AM Solutions Built for Defense and Dual-Use Innovation
Overview
At CRG Defense, additive manufacturing (AM) is not just a capability—it’s a strategic enabler. With nearly 30 years of defense-grade R&D and production experience, we deliver vertically integrated AM services spanning design, materials, prototyping, testing, and full-rate production. Our secure and ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100D-compliant infrastructure supports both internal system development and external customer applications.
Our Capabilities
Design & Simulation Engineering
Our engineering services bridge concept to production through:
- CAD modeling (SolidWorks, CATIA)
- Finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
- Topology optimization and lattice structure design (via LattiSolve)
- Design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) for both polymer and metal parts
- Reverse engineering and assembly consolidation
Outcome: Optimized part geometries that reduce weight, increase strength, and minimize production complexity.
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Contact UsAdvanced Materials Development
CRG Defense uniquely develops and qualifies its own high-performance additive manufacturing polymers and composites:
- In-house synthesis and formulation (1–100 L reactor scale)
- Lab-scale filament and pellet production (extruders, winders, mills)
- Full thermal, mechanical, and chemical characterization
We specialize in engineering-grade materials like PEEK, PAEK, Ultem, and advanced nylons—optimized for mission-critical applications.
Outcome: Tailored materials for structural, thermal, and chemical resilience in defense environments.
Contact UsMulti-Scale Fabrication
We maintain a scalable and flexible additive manufacturing ecosystem:
- Roboze ARGO 1000 HyperMelt (pellet-fed): 1m³ build volume | 2000 g/hr | Aerospace-grade materials
- Large format FFF (>1m² x 2m): Rapid mock-ups and multi-material prints
- Medium format FFF and FGF: Bridge-scale production and material evaluation
- Fleet of desktop printers: Low-volume, fast-iteration support
- Metal AM (DMLS, DED, WAAM) available via trusted external partners
Outcome: Fast, localized production—from prototypes to production-grade components.
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Post-Processing & Precision Finishing
We deliver application-ready components through:
- Support removal, surface sanding, heat treatment
- 3D scanning and dimensional inspection
- 5-axis CNC machining (HAAS, pre-commercial)
- QA/QC with Certificate of Conformance (CoC) or Analysis (CoA)
Outcome: Final parts that meet or exceed defense manufacturing standards.
Contact UsMaterial & Part Qualification
We offer comprehensive testing and validation:
- Tensile, compression, flexural, fatigue, and impact testing
- DMA, SEM, FTIR, DSC, TGA, CT-scan (external), UL-94 flammability
- Environmental testing (thermal cycling, humidity)
- Statistically representative test sampling and evaluation
Outcome: Full traceability and documentation for flight, field, and mission deployment.
Contact UsWhy CRG Defense for Additive Manufacturing?
- Secure Infrastructure: ITAR-compliant, defense-ready campus
- DoD Platform Integration: Supporting internal units across Materiel, Power, and Systems divisions
- Custom Polymer Capability: Rare in the AM industry—developed and validated in-house
- Scalable & Distributed Production Model: Print locally, scale globally
- Design + Materials + Manufacturing = Speed-to-Mission
Applications
- Aerospace structures & brackets
- Battery enclosures & electronics packaging
- Composite tooling & layup forms
- Conformal warfighter gear
- Replacement parts for obsolete or hard-to-find systems
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Whether you’re seeking prototyping support, mission-grade production, or a trusted partner for secure manufacturing, CRG Defense delivers.
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