Machine Nation News Team
June 3, 2025 at 10:15:00 AM
Neighborhood 91, A Global Advanced Manufacturing Hub Based In Pittsburgh Airport Innovation Campus, USA, Has Announced An Expansion Of Its Capacity With The Addition Of An X5R Directed Energy Deposition
Neighborhood 91, a global advanced manufacturing hub at Pittsburgh International Airport’s Innovation Campus, announced on May 13, 2025, an expansion of its capacity with the acquisition of a FormAlloy X5R Directed Energy Deposition (DED) system, the first of its kind featuring a robotic arm. Operated by HAMR Industries, the X5R, funded through the Department of Defense’s Resilient Manufacturing Ecosystem (RME) program, supports the production of next-generation components for propulsion, hypersonics, and maritime applications, targeting a $10 billion advanced manufacturing market. The system’s ability to process multiple feedstocks and build meter-sized parts enhances Neighborhood 91’s role as a supply chain innovator, complementing tenants like Wabtec and Arencibia. The project, managed by The Barnes Global Advisors, is expected to create 20 high-tech jobs, supporting Pittsburgh’s 50,000-strong manufacturing workforce. Jennifer Coyne, TBGA’s Director of Operations, noted the X5R’s role in “structuring a sustainable advanced manufacturing supply chain,” aligning with tariff-driven reshoring trends under President Trump’s policies.
For the precision machining industry, Neighborhood 91’s expansion highlights the critical role of cutting fluid in CNC milling for advanced manufacturing. Components like hypersonic fittings require milling high-strength alloys, where cutting fluid reduces heat and friction, extending tool life and maintaining tolerances within ±0.001 inches. 5-axis milling machines, using optimized cutting fluids, achieve surface roughness as low as Ra 8 µin for automated production with real-time quality control. The X5R’s integration drives demand for local machine shops to supply precision tooling, adopting Industry 4.0 technologies like AI-driven milling and additive manufacturing. As part of a $50 billion precision manufacturing market, this project creates opportunities for suppliers in Pittsburgh, where manufacturing jobs grew 2% since 2022, strengthening defense and aerospace supply chains.
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Neighborhood 91 Press Release, May 13, 2025
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Social Media Buzz (powered by X):
X is abuzz with Neighborhood 91’s X5R expansion, with posts on May 18, 2025, calling it a “leap forward” for Pittsburgh’s tech hub. Users praised the 20 jobs, with one noting “Pittsburgh’s manufacturing future shines,” while another tied it to “reshoring defense tech.” The excitement reflects optimism for innovation and economic growth.
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