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Haven't kept up with the board, have been busy with work and the holidays. But I received an email from Additive Industries today.
My original question was if I were to purchase a Metfab1 printer if sigma labs ipqa software was included or available. This was the response.
Dear Mr. Mey,
The IPQA software between Sigma Labs is an option on our system.
If you are interested in purchasing a system we would be happy to provide you more information.
With kind regards,
Remco Pennings
Remco Pennings
Mobile: +31 (0)654601429
Six sigma is a separate process practiced by many companies.
It has nothing to do with sigma labs subsidiary who's name is b6 sigma aka beyond six sigma because it goes further in depth than standard six sigma processes.
This quote is not directly referring to sglb.
The pps is a little upsetting, but all the recent progress clearly shows this company is on route for profitability, the sopw deal is huge and will support them over the next 4 years and that's just one customer.
The Hawaii progress and oati collaboration shows the market is growing.
Esnc will be a player in this ever growing market and has the IP and business connections already in place to put them ahead of the game.
Over the past few years of following SGLB and the AM
market as a whole, I for one, can say I am exhausted
with the "look what we can do with 3d printing!" phase.
Lets get to some production and dollar signs for
goodness sakes people.
So close but yet so far I suppose.
Will add until the cows come home.
GLTA
Noticed SGLB posted a link on their linkedin
referring to a german based company named
TRUMPF who is in the manufacturing busines. Could easily
be the anonymous partner as of late.
They did 2.7 Billion in sales last year, so...
not bad lol
See that quote of mark cola along
The lines of
"Expecting licensing from manufacturers in the near future. "
The codevelopment with both companies is a great thing, as long as we can still make some money off them in the long run without have giving away too much for their time and services, which up to this point we really don't know with those companies.
Hopefully those separate contracts for production runs as mark stated they would have to be new contracts come in soon so we get more color on the subject, at least with ge.
Trial evaluation with Honeywell started may 6 2014.
If there's one thing we learned from GE and Honeywell, these "evaluation" contracts can take years to come to fruition.
Stull much testing to be done with sglb tech as they continue to hammer out the apparent adjustments that need to be made.
Hopefully all these evaluations turn into production runs sooner rather than later.
Can't wait when they sell a few million of that backlog and shock everyone with the revenue.
Will probably jump on next er or sooner
http://inside3dprinting.com/astms-committee-f42-establishing-standards-for-additive-manufacturing-will-further-the-growth-in-use-of-the-technology/
So many big talks by big names in the AM industry. 2016 looks beautiful.
Tried to place a last minute order at .052 that
didn't get filled,
no matter, as i suspect we will continue to see
a drop into the end of the year and won't be
hearing from SGLB until the end of march 2016.
We will definitely need some sort of news regarding
operations between now and then, even if its not
specific revenues, i would like to hear how the
arete venture is getting along.
May not hear anything substantial regarding GE
as the America Makes program ends mid- march 2016.
A waiting game until then, hoping that SGLB can
scrape up enough cash to continue operations
without having to utilize the S3, the chances of
which continue to dwindle away as the months
pass. I believe the price will reflect that come january
february 2016 if other news is not brought into the light.
GLTA
Grazed thru some FAA documents and couldn't find anything that
specifically refers to the additive manufacturing process nor the
inspection that would be required on such parts.
But, as we've been told, GE is taking strides to be sure their
process is flawless so it would make sense they are using
SGLB tech to validate the build process.
Will wait for mid 4's to add.
GLTA
That is my long term outlook.
The near term is not as pretty.
Why can you guys not understand that I'm not
saying SGLB is going to die because of an S3?
All i simply said is they need cash and will use
this vessel as all companies do to raise cash, unless
they plan on getting some loans and going into debt.
We will see dilution at some point from the S3, that is
for certain.
Whether it is for near term cash, or to raise funds
for an uplisting move.
75 million market cap, so the price will be around .12
when they are able to utilize and sell $25 million worth
of stock, which will bring us back down to a $50 million
dollar valuation.
Quick way to make 50% if you are a decent trader.
More if you take it up and then back down as well.
Dilution is never good for investors, just calling it what it is. Would you rather I say it's going to be all sunshine and daisies when current investors lose about 20% when those 100,000,000 shares are utilized?
The s3 is a real thing not like I'm making this stuff up
Sglb holding a dangerous position with damn near no cash left and increasing expenses and also the looming doom of the s3 hanging in the balance.
Chance of significant revenue before utilization of the s3 continues to dwindle.
Not sure to add or wait for the s3.
Hmmmm
Development of Distortion Prediction and Computational Methods for Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing
Driven by...
PROBLEM
An absence exists with suitable distortion prediction tools resulting in ad-hoc rules of thumb to compensate and mitigate the problem.
OBJECTIVE
Benchmark and validate physics-based thermal distortion prediction and mitigation tools for commercialization. Results will lead to a 3X to 4X reduction in development time.
TRL - Currently 4 targeting 6
Lead Organization: GE Research, Supporting Organization(s): United Technologies Research Center (UTRC), Honeywell, Pan Computing, LLC, University of Louisville, Penn State University, CDI Corporation
Start Date: 09/01/2014
End Date: 02/28/2016
APPROACH
• Define canonical features
• Validation of distortion prediction • Distortion compensation
• Curriculum development
??BENEFITS
• Create the ability to virtually evaluate and optimize processes & product alternative for reduced cost (iterations reduced from 5+ to less than 2)
• Rapid deployment of virtual AM process evaluation through wiki and AM transfer functions
IMPLEMENTATION
• GE Leap Engine
• Various other aerospace components
??In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) for Laser Powder Bed Production of Aerospace Components
Driven by...
PROBLEM
No commercially available reliable IPQA system. Post process inspection becoming a field unto itself.
OBJECTIVE
Develop an in situ IPQA process that is not material or platform dependent.
Lead Organization: GE Aviation Supporting Organization(s): Areojet
Rocketdyne, Honeywell, Burke E. Porter Machinery Co., B6 Sigma, Techsolve, Montana Tech
Start Date: 10/01/2014
End Date: 03/15/2016
APPROACH
• Establish CTQs
• Determine what sensors are most sensitive to CTQs • Test on Multiple platforms and materials
• Compare with post process analysis
BENEFITS
• Material and platform independent In-Situ IPQA process • Reduced post process inspection time required
IMPLEMENTATION
• Commercialize the IPQA process with the help of Burke E. Porter Machinery Co.
Both programs for GE happen to end in late February and Mid-March of 2016. Perhaps once these programs are completed is when we will hear about SGLB being used for GE mass production of LEAP engines. At the end of the program involving SGLB, it says word for word as implementation, "Commercialize the IPQA process with the help of Burke E. Porter Machinery Co." And we all know SGLB has patents for their technology. Even if GE and others get credit for developing, SGLB will surely get a large piece of the pie.
Accumulation nearing lows when price hit the low 4's,
holding cash until those days come again.
It appears that Sigmas technology will be used just as Mark
and Vivek described. As a 3rd party measuring stick to assure
the part is printed as designed. These printer makers don't seem
to want to put out that their printer may not print a perfect part every
time.
Even with Materialises Magics software, it appears that any company
who is printing parts requiring certifications (from FAA or others)
will still need this 3rd party verification, or the more expensive
post production inspection.
As the dreams of AM for mass production slowly creep forward,
it still looks like SGLBs IPQA softwares (or a similar software)
will be needed.
As SGLB has cooperative agreements for companies like Materialise,
and Additive industries, it appears they see value in the software
and integration into their sales funnels would be great in the near term.
GE turboprop featuring additively manufactured parts.
http://bikeshop.geaviation.com/ge-aviation-launches-new-turboprop-engine/
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2015/11/09/rolls-royce-flies-largest-3d-printed-part-ever-flown/?utm_source=3D+Printing+Industry+Update&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fdd351cb50-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_695d5c73dc-fdd351cb50-64571825
Only a matter of time until SGLB gets their fair share.
Waiting for mid 5's to buy more.
Investors can get burned at any level of the game. Some are willing
to sit and wait years before they even look back.
Long term ONCS has the potential to be a major player in the
immunotherapy space which has high projections.
Projections are not always correct, but if ONCS grows with the
projections of the market, their money will have grown ten fold by the time they
are ready to sell.
Great conference today,
When multiple multi-billion dollar companies, as well as
start-up companies trying to get a piece of the pie, are
all looking at using Sigma Labs technology...it is really
showing the possible valuation this company may have
once the market has matured and additive
manufacturing is a regular practice in the production
world. Vivek summed it up great near the end of the
call regarding FAA and other regulatory agencies.
This process is new and has yet to find its foot in the
ground. But based on past process techniques we can
tell the regulatory process will be more intense as each
printer needs to qualify each part that it prints. SGLB
was made exactly for this need and have the product
suite and cooperative agreements to make it happen.
Whether it be days, months, or years, SGLB will grow
with the market at the very WORST. Turning this 50 million
dollar startup, into a major player in the Additive
manufacturing space. At the very best, SGLB tech is used
worldwide as the first technology software certified by
various regulatory agencies as industry standard for
in-process quality assurance for additively manufactured
parts.
The upside is fantastic.
His responses are always like that. I wouldn't read to much into either way. Could be either outcome.
For the free money.
While their stock price is greatly inflated and valuation
above reasonable levels (which tends to happen when
any microcap company signs a decent sized deal)
they would almost certainly use the S3 to supplement
their very depleted balance sheet. Which would also
help lead to a quicker uplisting scenario.
This would give them an extra 25$ million for the balance
sheet and continuing operations, which could require
a decent amount of funds once we start talking more units
and developing new systems for new machines.
This is common practice for any small company with
no cash on hand.
So except some volatility in the future.
Its going to be a trading game once Sigma
posts that first big revenue from one of the
big players they are working with.
I hope it comes before smaller news and
utilization of the S3 so I can make a good
buck and still buy back in at a fair price.
Im surprised the Honeywell article didn't
cause more of a wave in the PPS. Seems
like those who know/care about SGLB
are really just waiting for some dollar signs.
Being on the OTC, as a company with little
to no revenues, that first multi-million dollar
order (if all our prediction are correct) will cause
a huge jump in PPS followed by the S3 and
a tremendous drop.
Be ready to flip some shares, just don't get rid
of all those .05 cent retirement funds!
This solidifies every question we had about Sigma Labs.
Co-developed software implemented in a multi billion
dollar company's AM process.
SGLB will be a major player in the AM market.
Summary:
The ability to generate objective evidence of compliance to design intent is possible with the correct technology and correct data gathering techniques. This system is being developed via cooperation between two companies and will help Honeywell maintain its position as one of the global leaders in this area of research and application. The next blog posting will reveal another approach to “Objective Evidence of Compliance to Design Intent”.
Just another OEM who could use SGLB tech!
Multi-billion in sales as well.
http://www.3ders.org/articles/20151026-trumpf-to-unveil-new-laser-based-metal-3d-printers.html
Expecting a continuation of sellers and/or shorters
as we have many upcoming events, however chances
of them including posted revenues is low.
So once again we remain in limbo until ER's and
revenue posting. Still very bullish on SGLB
just a boring waiting game.
This definitely has to be SGLB tech they are talking about as
it also says, "Commercialize the IPQA process with the help of Burke E. Porter Machinery Co."
The company SGLB just so happens to have a contract with.
This is for sure all SGLB as a big part of this project.
Large move for such low volume...strange.
http://www.metal-am.com/news/003551.html
Spartacus linked in
Just one company on a very LONG list of attendees, not shown as a speaker at all unfortunately
Oh geez didn't even realize I got hit with the auto correct lol.. oh well you got it
GE new business within itself "Current"
energy storage video. Notice those
beautiful fuel nozzles getting printed
right in the beginning lol. They can't
help themselves from showing off those
beautiful babies.
Get to know Current, powered by GE, an energy startup nurtured within the walls of GE.https://t.co/VPMbhgXrqr
— GE Current, a Daintree company (@gecurrent) October 8, 2015
This is big.
Holy energy appears to be part of a large project off the coast
of Hawaii.,
http://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2015/10/06/another-1-6b-offshore-wind-energy-project-planned.html
Low float. Can cause huge runs in either direction, which can be a blessing or a curse. Like March of last year.
Spartacus presentation regarding serial production and their latest achievements.
May be interesting.
http://www.farinia.com/news/2015/spartacus3d-will-attend-ctif-event
That's why it's time to load up...plus projected more ppas a possibility, along with higher sales with meining.
Easy gainer on this one, path to profitability in sight. I'm loading up and holding this one long, I like the market growth potential and getting in at ground zero seems like it will be very bountiful long term