# Orchid Orthopedic Solutions signs agreement with GE Additive for EBM systems

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions signed a definitive agreement with GE Additive to purchase EBM Spectra L systems, service agreements, metal powders, and consultancy services to scale additive manufacturing for large joint orthopedic implants. Installation of the first machines will begin in 2022, with production expected in 2024.

- Type: Contract
- Announced: 2022-05-17
- Where: Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Status: announced
- Products: electron beam melting systems, metal powders, large joint orthopedic implants
- Sectors: [Medical Devices](https://endata.com/sectors/medical-devices.md)

## Companies

- [GE Additive](https://endata.com/companies/2046.md) (supplier)
- [Orchid Orthopedic Solutions](https://endata.com/companies/62912.md) (customer)

## Sources

- [orchid-ortho.com](https://www.orchid-ortho.com/News/Article/orchid-signs-agreement-with-ge-to-enable-large-joint-scalable-3d-printing), 2022-05-17: "We are thrilled to collaborate with GE Additive to bring additive manufacturing capabilities to our customers."

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