Ter Hoek expands into technical ceramic manufacturing with XJet Carmel 1400C

XJet has announced that Ter Hoek, a Dutch precision manufacturing specialist based in Rijssen, has adopted the Carmel 1400C ceramic 3D printing system. This collaboration brings XJet's proprietary NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) technology to one of Europe's most demanding precision manufacturing environments, expanding both companies' ability to serve high tech industries with cutting edge ceramic solutions that push the boundaries of design complexity and manufacturing precision.

Ter Hoek, celebrated for excellence in precision metal manufacturing through advanced EDM, PECM, and ultra precise CNC milling technologies since the 1990s, is now expanding its expertise into technical ceramics. The decision represents an ambitious capability increase – from conductive metal materials to high performance insulation materials – that not only diversifies the company’s material portfolio but fundamentally upgrades its production process into an automated, digital workflow, positioning the company at the forefront of next generation precision manufacturing.

The addition of the Carmel 1400C solution enables Ter Hoek to produce geometrically complex ceramic components with exceptional accuracy and superior surface quality, opening new possibilities for regional customers in aerospace, semiconductor, medical technology, and other innovative sectors where geometric innovation and material performance are paramount.

‘In the future of manufacturing, sustained success will hinge on continuous differentiation and innovation in an increasingly competitive landscape,’ said Gerrit Ter Hoek, founder and technical Director at Ter Hoek. ‘With our solid expertise in precision manufacturing, we have constantly sought the next opportunity to better serve our customers. By entering the world of technical ceramics with XJet's digital production platform, we are not just adding a new material – we are embracing a fundamentally new way of manufacturing that offers unprecedented design freedom, faster iteration cycles, and the ability to produce parts that were simply impossible before. This positions us at the forefront of the next generation of precision manufacturing.’

A key advantage of the XJet-Ter Hoek collaboration is the comprehensive support provided throughout the entire product lifecycle. XJet's Carmel 1400C system is engineered to handle both rapid prototyping and production scale manufacturing, aligning perfectly with Ter Hoek's proven service model spanning engineering consultation to production enablement.

‘XJet's platform has proved to be an exceptional match with market demand for precision, quality, and productivity in technical ceramics,’ said Gerrit Ter Hoek. ‘The solution scales seamlessly from prototype to production with its 1400 dpi printing resolution, streamlined production workflow with fewer process steps, and fully automated digital process – all essential capabilities for our customers who need to move quickly from concept to market. We can now iterate designs rapidly in ceramic materials and transition smoothly to series production, all under one roof, while maintaining the same commitment to quality and precision that our customers have relied on for decades.’

With its established customer base spanning the aerospace, semiconductor, and medical industries, Ter Hoek is positioned to introduce ceramic additive manufacturing solutions to organisations already benefiting from their precision metal manufacturing expertise. This creates natural opportunities for both Ter Hoek and XJet in making advanced ceramic manufacturing more accessible to European industry while maintaining the highest standards of precision and quality that both companies are known for.

‘We are excited to partner with Ter Hoek, a company that shares our unwavering commitment to precision, innovation, and customer success,’ said Riccardo Tosi, European business director at XJet. ‘Its expertise in solving complex manufacturing challenges, combined with our advanced ceramic additive manufacturing technology, creates a powerful combination that will benefit engineers and manufacturers throughout the region. Ter Hoek's reputation for technical excellence and proven track record of supporting customers from design through production makes it an ideal partner to demonstrate the transformative potential of ceramic 3D printing in advanced manufacturing sectors where our solution delivers exceptional value.’

The two companies will demonstrate the excellence of NPJ technology at Ceramitec 2026 in Munich. At booth 206, hall A6, attendees will be able to explore sample parts and gain insights into how advanced ceramic additive manufacturing can solve the most challenging precision manufacturing requirements.