Marcus Witt

Marcus Witt

Marcus Witt was born in 1984 in Karl-Marx-Stadt, now known as Chemnitz. From 2003 to 2008, he studied mechanical engineering at the Technical University of Chemnitz. After his studies, he worked as a welding supervisor at pro-beam AG & Co. KGaA until 2010. Following that, he took on a role in technical sales at pro-beam systems GmbH, where he focused on electron beam and laser special machine construction, as well as key account management for automotive clients, continuing in that position until 2015. From 2015 to 2017, he served as the head of sales at pro-beam systems GmbH. In February 2017, he started his role as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at METROM Mechatronische Maschinen GmbH, where he still works today. Since April 2020, Marcus has also been the managing director of 1A Technologies UG, concentrating on the industrialization of software and components for 3D printing, particularly focusing on the SEAM process patented by Fraunhofer IWU and the HY5CAM CADCAM software for 3D printing and machining.

Is the additive (re)manufacturing of spare parts worthwhile?

Presentation abstract: Since the reliability of global supply chains is increasingly being called into question, additive manufacturing and the restoration of components are once again coming to the fore. Two case studies will be used to illustrate the approach to manufacturing and remanufacturing, from the initial idea to implementation. However, an economic assessment will also show the conditions under which spare parts manufacturing is worthwhile, and the question will be examined as to whether certain component groups could become profitable in the future despite higher costs.