Waltham, MA – Markforged Holding Corporation (NYSE: MKFG), the company strengthening manufacturing resiliency by enabling industrial production at the point of need, today announced that Hawk Ridge Systems has been elevated to Diamond level partner status. This milestone recognizes the ongoing success and deep collaboration between the two companies since their initial partnership began in 2017.  As a top SOLIDWORKS reseller, Hawk Ridge Systems has the customer base that can quickly adopt and build return on investment with Markforged solutions.

Dale Ford, CEO of Hawk Ridge Systems, expressed his enthusiasm for the strengthened partnership: “Since we partnered with Markforged in 2017, our customers have become enamored with the quality and value they get from the strong parts produced on Markforged printers. As their technologies advance, we look forward to expanding our relationship and bringing the technology directly to the factory floor.”

Markforged's additive manufacturing platform, The Digital Forge, is a full suite of high-quality 3D printing solutions built for the needs of manufacturers. The partnership with Hawk Ridge Systems has been crucial in making these advanced capabilities accessible to a wider audience of manufacturers by providing additional technical support, training, and professional sources.

Shai Terem, CEO of Markforged, added: “Hawk Ridge Systems has been a key partner in our mission to bring industrial production to the point of need. Their dedication to customer service and deep understanding of our technology make them an ideal Diamond level partner. We are excited to continue working together to push the adoption of 3D printing directly to the factory floor, showcasing what’s possible in manufacturing now and in the future.”

This enhanced partnership demonstrates the commitment of both companies to providing immediate value to manufacturers. As a Diamond level partner, Hawk Ridge Systems will have access to the latest advancements in Markforged’s product lineup. This collaboration enables them to deliver solutions that reduce operating costs and shorten lead times on factory floors, directly benefiting clients by improving their efficiency and productivity.

About Markforged:

Markforged (NYSE:MKFG) is enabling more resilient and flexible manufacturing by bringing industrial 3D printing right to the factory floor. Our additive manufacturing platform The Digital Forge allows manufacturers to create strong, accurate parts in both metal and advanced composites. With over 10,000 customers in 70+ countries, we’re bringing on-demand industrial production to the point of need. We are headquartered in Waltham, Mass where we design the hardware, software and advanced materials that makes The Digital Forge reliable and easy to use. To learn more, visit www.markforged.com.

About Hawk Ridge Systems:

Hawk Ridge Systems is the leading provider of engineering and manufacturing tools, technology, services and training in the U.S. and Canada. Hawk Ridge Systems is also a top SOLIDWORKS reseller and offers the complete portfolio of Dassault Systèmes solutions, including SOLIDWORKS, 3D EXPERIENCE, SIMULIA and the full suite of analysis, product data management and productivity tools. 

Based in Silicon Valley, Hawk Ridge Systems has 22 offices, providing coast-to-coast coverage in North America. For more information, visit hawkridgesys.com.

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