Velo3D Unveils Forge 1: A 289,000-Sq-Ft Metal Additive Manufacturing Hub
Event summary
- Velo3D opened its Livermore Production Campus, Forge 1, a 289,000-square-foot metal additive manufacturing facility on July 15, 2026.
- The campus includes approximately 270,000 square feet of production space designed to support over 40 large-format metal additive manufacturing systems, with capacity to expand beyond 100 systems.
- Forge 1 complements Velo3D's Fremont headquarters, creating an integrated ecosystem that accelerates the path from concept to production.
- The facility supports machine assembly, production-scale printing, post-processing, inspection, quality assurance, and customer acceptance under one roof.
The big picture
Velo3D's Forge 1 opening underscores the strategic importance of strengthening America's industrial base and resilient supply chains. As governments and industries prioritize trusted domestic manufacturing, Velo3D positions itself as a key player in accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing for mission-critical components. The facility's vertically integrated approach reduces time to production and increases manufacturing flexibility, addressing critical needs in aerospace, defense, energy, and other strategic sectors.
What we're watching
- Production Scaling
- How Velo3D will ramp up production operations at Forge 1 and achieve its anticipated capacity of over 40 large-format metal additive manufacturing systems.
- Customer Demand
- Whether the growing demand across aerospace, defense, energy, and other strategic industries will sustain Velo3D's expansion plans.
- Supply Chain Resilience
- The pace at which Velo3D can strengthen domestic production capabilities and support allied manufacturing through its integrated ecosystem.