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Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has proven to be a cost-effective production method that allows Marines to replace and acquire materials faster. With this process, the traditional process for acquiring gear could be expedited and globalized. Most recently, Marines printed parts for the unmanned aircraft, the RQ-21A BlackJack.

1st Marines logistics group has taken the lead in pushing innovation not only additive Manufacturing but also subtractive manufacturing. Manufacturing is not new, but merely enhancing our ability to fit into new age technology allowing the supply system to be re-invigorated, and being supported through our continual push in innovation efforts. We’ve been doing it a while, and have seen great progress. By diving deeper into 3-D polymer, metal and concrete printing, We are pushing the limits in material readiness solutions just to see how far we can really go. Additive Manufacturing is a viable source of supply. 1st Marine Logistics Group will position and structure Additive Manufacturing assets in order to improve material readiness through class 9 production. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Conner Robbins / Released)

A video production featuring U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 2nd Marine Logistics Group as they conduct a retrograde operation after supporting the Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course at Yuma, Ariz., April 30, 2016. WTI is a seven week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Daniel D. Kujanpaa/Released)

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Vehicle Platoon, Company B, Ground Combat Element Integrated Task Force (GCEITF), conducted a Marine Corps Operational Test and Evaluation Activity assessment at Range 500, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, March 30, 2015. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Wrecker operators with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, turned thousands of pounds of twisted vehicle hulks into a unique training opportunity at a ravine here, May 25. Available in high definition.

Wrecker operators with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, turned thousands of pounds of twisted vehicle hulks into a unique training opportunity at a ravine here, May 25. Available in high definition.