Summary
Seeking innovative solutions for Advanced Manufacturing Vacuum Furnace Post Processing Capability. need for accelerated modernization of weapon systems through Advanced Manufacturing (AdvM) technologies that directly address supply chain challenges to underpin readiness. In Accordance With (IAW) Army Regulation (AR) 750-1 (Army Materiel Maintenance Policy), Commanders, U.S. Army Organic Industrial Base (OIB) activities will develop additive and advanced capabilities consistent with Army Materiel Command (AMC) guidance to produce Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) quality parts for use to meet obsolescence and other readiness requirements as required. The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) require immediate integration of AdvM metal printing capability at Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD) to support aviation maintenance operations. The integration of AdvM technology will enable CCAD to rapidly fabricate qualified parts, tools, jigs, fixtures, and ground support equipment.