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ABCorp Receives ISO 13485 Medical Device Certification

APRIL 22, 2025 – Internationally recognized certification ensures medical devices meet both consumer and regulatory demands for safety and efficacy

ABCorp is pleased to announce ISO 13485:2016 medical device certification of its Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Boston, MA.

ISO 13485 is the internationally recognized standard for quality management systems (QMS) in designing and manufacturing medical devices. It outlines specific requirements that help organizations ensure medical devices meet both consumer and regulatory demands for safety and efficacy. ISO 13485 certification protects consumers by ensuring uniformity and quality in medical device manufacturing, enhancing patient outcomes and reducing risk and recall.

“Procuring ISO 13485 certification has been a top priority for ABCorp, and we are thrilled to announce this achievement,” commented Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp. “Since its inception in 1795, ABCorp has prioritized quality, safety, and client service, all of which are significantly enhanced with ISO 13485 certification.”

ISO 13485 certification provides myriad benefits to patients including superior product quality, cost and risk reduction, improved patient satisfaction, and enhanced safety. ISO 13485 certification also indicates the manufacturer has implemented a comprehensive QMS, enhancing trust and credibility among consumers.

“ABCorp boasts a rich history of over 225 years, delivering vital goods and services to leading corporations as well as federal, state, and local government entities across more than 120 countries. The advent of additive manufacturing, particularly 3D printing, grants our clients unparalleled design flexibility and is truly revolutionary in the medical device sector. This innovative technology encompasses prototyping, fitting, and even highly customized production — all of which are greatly enhanced by ISO 13485 certification,” added Glazebrook.

ABCorp’s AMC is located within ABCorp’s secure facility, which spans 125,000 square feet and is equipped with multiple HP Jet Fusion 5620 industrial systems, Jet Fusion 580 full-color printers, and Desktop Metal production printers. The range of printed materials includes HP 3D High Reusability PA 11, HP 3D High Reusability PA 12 (including PA 12 White), ForwardAM/BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP in collaboration with BASF, full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12, as well as stainless steels 174PH and 316L. Furthermore, ABCorp provides finishing services utilizing AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing technology.

ABCorp 3D Expands Capabilities with HP JF5200 3D Printers

ABCorp 3D has announced the expansion of their Boston-based Center of Excellence capabilities by adding additional HP JF5200 3D Printers to their existing lineup of cutting-edge technology at the Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC).

“ABCorp has a history dating backer 225 years, providing essential critical goods and services to world-class companies as well as federal, state, and local government agencies in over 120 countries worldwide,” commented Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp. “The need for functional end-use 3D printed parts is growing rapidly, and adding additional units of the JF5200 machines to our highly secure facility in Boston will complement the expanding business capacity to meet our current and future needs.”

The AMC is located in ABCorp’s secure 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility powered by multiple HP Jet Fusion 5210 industrial systems, Jet Fusion 580 full-color, HP JF5200 3D printers, and Desktop Metal production metal printers. The AMC provides printing materials of HP 3D High Reusability PA 11, HP 3D High Reusability PA 12, BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by BASF, full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12, and stainless steels of 174PH. In addition, ABCorp 3D offers finishing with AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing system and the Girbau HP Approved Dye Station.

ABCorp 3D Adopts Desktop Metal Binder Jetting Technology

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announced today the expansion of its Boston-based Center of Excellence to introduce both batch production and enterprise-scale production to the region via Desktop Metal’s industry-leading binder jetting technology.

“ABCorp has a history dating back more than 225 years of providing Essential Critical goods and services to world-class companies and federal, state, and local government agencies in more than 120 countries worldwide,” said William Brown, ABCorp Chairman and CEO. “Many of our relationships date back decades, if not centuries, and we do not enter into strategic partnerships impulsively. Technology is at the core of our business, and we are pleased to announce our new association with Desktop Metal for the latest generation of metal binder jet printing. The adoption of this new capability extends ABCorp’s additive manufacturing (3D printing) capabilities in our Boston-based Center of Excellence to include metal substrates. We are excited about Desktop Metal’s roadmap for new materials and the future of our partnership.”

The expanded capability is situated in ABCorp’s 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility and powered by the Desktop Metal Shop System^TM – enabling ABCorp to cost effectively 3D print end-use metal parts with unparalleled speed and productivity. ABCorp offers design and mid-volume production capacity under a single roof, with the flexibility of multiple base materials including 17-4 PH stainless steel and 316L stainless steel. All production runs in ABCorp’s highly-secure and Intergraf certified facility to ensure the security of customer confidential and sensitive projects. The Shop System provides ABCorp customers access to the world of end-use metal 3D printed parts for both flexible batch jobs and volume production – featuring parts with high resolution and superior surface finish.

“We are excited to partner with ABCorp in the deployment of the Shop System, which allows engineers and operators to eliminate many of the constraints previously imposed by traditional manufacturing methods, like CNC machining, to achieve affordable, reliable, and flexible batch production of complex parts,” said Ric Fulop, CEO and Founder of Desktop Metal. “With the Shop System, ABCorp can provide cost-effective, high-speed solutions for mid-volume production via AM with the highest resolution in the industry.”

ABCorp plans to offer the Desktop Metal platform for both existing and new clients across the entire manufacturing sector, including automotive, consumer goods, government & defense, machine design and heavy industries.

ABCorp and Unlimited Tomorrow Partner to Manufacture 3D Printed Prosthetic Limbs

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announced today the partnership with Unlimited Tomorrow for production of their TrueLimb^® 3D printed prosthetic limbs.

The manufacturing will take place in ABCorp’s 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility and will be powered by the HP MJF Systems and Desktop Metal Shop System^TM – enabling ABCorp to cost effectively 3D print end-use parts with unparalleled speed and productivity. ABCorp offers design and mid-volume production capacity under a single roof, with the flexibility of multiple base materials including polymers and stainless steel including 316 for medical devices. All production takes place in ABCorp’s highly-secure FDA registered facilty with HiTrust certification and HIPAA compliance to ensure the security of Unlimited Tomorrow’s confidential and sensitive projects.

“I am pleased to announce our partnership with ABCorp for 3D printing services,” said Easton LaChappelle, Founder and CEO of Unlimited Tomorrow. “Our mission is to use all available technology and resources to make the highest quality, lowest cost prosthetic arms in the world, and ABCorp directly supports this mission.”

ABCorp offers the latest platform for both existing and new clients across the entire manufacturing sector, including automotive, consumer goods, government & defense, machine design and heavy industries.

About Unlimited Tomorrow

Unlimited Tomorrow is a medical device company providing next-generation artificial arms to individuals with upper limb differences. By combining the latest advancements in 3D technology with smart algorithms, Unlimited Tomorrow is putting affordable, high-functioning prosthetic arms within reach of millions of people who need them. At 1/10th the cost of traditional prosthetics, the company’s TrueLimb^®bionic prosthetic arm is the most personal, most intuitive, lightest weight bionic arm in the world. It is the only arm of its kind to have all components manufactured, assembled, and supported in one facility in the United States. By offering access through both an industry-first direct-to-consumer model, and through clinicians, Unlimited Tomorrow empowers users with accessibility and choice.

ABCorp 3D and Bats Toi Partner to Manufacture Multisport Headgear

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announced today the partnership with Bats Toi to manufacture the Mercado II® — the most advanced multi-sport headgear on the market.

The manufacturing will take place in ABCorp’s 125,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility and will be powered by the HP MJF Systems– enabling ABCorp to cost effectively 3D print end-use parts with unparalleled speed and productivity. ABCorp offers design and high-volume production capacity under a single roof, with the flexibility of multiple base materials including polymers and stainless steel. All production takes place in ABCorp’s highly secure FDA registered facility with HiTrust certification and HIPAA compliance to ensure the security of Bats Toi’s confidential and sensitive projects.

About Bats Toi

It all began with an idea – to build a better product that protects the head. The team at BATS-TOI™ is committed to innovation the continuous search to improve, create, engineer, and design the best head protection for athletes of all levels. This commitment is a constant battle…a fight to overcome seemingly impossible challenges and obstacles in order to achieve our mission of giving athletes the best tools to compete with confidence.

ABCorp 3D Expands to include Automated Inspection and Industrial Drying

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest-standing manufacturing service providers, announces the addition of new 3D print capabilities at its Boston-based Center of Excellence including automated inspection and industrial drying.

“We are pleased to announce the addition of automated inspection from SolutionIX, and industrial dying from Girbau, to complement ABCorp’s lineup of cutting-edge technology in our Boston, MA based Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC),” says William Brown, CEO of ABCorp.

The AMC is located in ABCorp’s highly secure 125,000 s.f. state-of-the-art facility and powered by multiple HP 3D print engines including Jet Fusion 5210 industrial systems and Jet Fusion 580 full-color 3D printers. Available materials include HP 3D High Reusability PA 12, BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by BASF, and full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12. ABCorp also offers finishing with AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing system.

The SolutionIX C500 with GeoMagic ControlX software is an automated inspection and reverse engineering solution that scans with an accuracy down to .01mm and streamlines First Article Inspections (FAI). The Girbau DY130 is a turnkey automated dying system that delivers consistent color for MJF parts. These new capabilities enable ABCorp to better calibrate part tolerances for exacting applications and deliver a more customized end product.

“Similar to qualifying an injection mold, we can dial in the MJF 5210 process to a customer’s needs through printing, inspecting, and modifying the model and deliver unparalleled part quality in a highly secure environment. And dyeing is an industry staple for MJF parts, but can be messy and inconsistent. The Girbau DY130 allows us to offer an automated dying system with superior and consistent quality at a competitive price.” says Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp.

ABCorp 3D Expands Additive Manufacturing Center

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest-standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announced the expansion of their Boston-based Center of Excellence capabilities, adding additional HP JF580 full-color 3D printers to their lineup of cutting-edge technology at the Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Boston, MA.

The AMC is located in ABCorp’s secure 125,000 s.f., state-of-the-art facility powered by multiple HP Jet Fusion 5210 industrial systems, Jet Fusion 580 full-color, and Desktop Metal production metal printers. With printing materials of HP 3D High Reusability PA 11, HP 3D High Reusability PA 12, BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by BASF, full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12, and stainless steels of 174PH and 316L. In addition, ABCorp offers finishing with AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing system.

“ABCorp has a history dating back 225+ years, providing Essential Critical goods & services to world-class companies and federal, state, and local government agencies in 120+ countries worldwide. The need for functional, end-use color 3D printed parts is growing rapidly. Adding additional units of the JF580 machines to our highly secure facility in Boston will complement the expanding business capacity to meet our current and future needs,” says Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp.

ABCorp 3D Adds PA11 to its Additive Manufacturing Center

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest-standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announced the expansion of their Boston-based Center of Excellence capabilities, adding Nylon 11 (PA11), to the catalogue of cutting-edge materials at the Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Boston MA.

The AMC is located in ABCorp’s secure 125,000 s.f., state-of-the-art facility powered by multiple HP Multi Jet Fusion 5210 industrial systems, Jet Fusion 580 full-color, and Desktop Metal production metal printers. Today, ABCorp offers materials including HP 3D High Reusability PA11, HP 3D High Reusability PA 12, BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by BASF, full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12, and stainless steels of 174PH and 316L. In addition, ABCorp offers finishing with AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing system.

“The past two centuries have taught us that listening to the needs of our customers is paramount. When we considered additional materials to complement our existing library of materials, PA11 was a natural fit. Being more ductile and forgiving than other materials, PA11 is ideal for orthotics, living hinges, and numerous other applications.” says Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp.

ABCorp Now an FDA Manufacturing Facility

American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), one of the longest-standing manufacturing service providers in the U.S., announces FDA registration of its Boston-based Center of Excellence. FDA registration adds to ABCorp’s numerous industry certifications including ISO, Intergraf, HITRUST, and PCI to expand the products & services offered by the Additive Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Boston, MA.

The AMC is located in ABCorp’s secure 125,000 s.f., state-of-the-art facility powered by multiple HP Jet Fusion 5210 industrial systems, Jet Fusion 580 full-color, and Desktop Metal production printers. Printed materials include HP 3D High Reusability PA 11, HP 3D High Reusability PA 12, BASF Ultrasint® TPU01, HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by BASF, full-color HP 3D High Reusability CB PA 12, and stainless steels of 174PH and 316L. In addition, ABCorp offers finishing with AMT’s PostPro3D smoothing system.

FDA registration allows ABCorp to provide manufacturing services to all major medical device manufactures handling Class I, II, and limited Class III medical devices. It opens the door for medical device companies to obtain superior medical devices, achieve a faster go-to-market, and realize a lower cost structure.

“ABCorp has a history dating back 225+ years, providing Essential Critical goods & services to world-class companies and federal, state, and local government agencies in 120+ countries worldwide. Additive manufacturing, including 3D printing, offers our clients complete design freedom and is nothing less than transformative for the medical device industry. This technology spans prototyping, fitting, and even highly bespoke production,” says Neil Glazebrook, VP of 3D Solutions at ABCorp.