We understand that the merger of Castheon and Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing (KAM) into Castheon Advanced Manufacturing may bring up some questions. To keep you informed and prepared, we’ve put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions. These FAQs cover everything from why we chose to lead with the Castheon name to how this merger aligns with our “One ADDMAN” strategy. Use this as a resource to better understand the changes and to answer any questions you might have.
Frequently Asked Questions
The merger strengthens our capabilities in metal additive manufacturing by combining the expertise and resources of both teams. This strategic move allows us to deliver superior quality, faster lead times, and coast-to-coast support, reinforcing our leadership in refractory alloys and material science for the defense and commercial space markets.
By uniting our resources, we enhance Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL), providing advanced, market-ready solutions. Customers will benefit from a broader range of capabilities, improved lead times, and a streamlined process from design to full-scale production, backed by a nationwide presence.
This merger brings us closer to our One ADDMAN strategy by uniting our metal additive capabilities under a single brand, Castheon Advanced Manufacturing. It streamlines our brand architecture and operational strategy, creating a more cohesive and efficient organization.
For most employees, there will be no immediate changes to roles or responsibilities. However, as we integrate our teams and operations, there may be opportunities for cross-functional collaboration or adjustments to optimize our unified workflow. Your manager will communicate any specific changes that affect your role.
Castheon Advanced Manufacturing will operate across both Thousand Oaks, CA, and Statesville facilities. This dual-location approach allows us to provide coast-to-coast support and leverage the strengths of both locations.
Current projects and timelines will continue as planned. The integration is designed to enhance our project capabilities, so any operational improvements resulting from the merger will be implemented thoughtfully to minimize disruptions and improve efficiencies.
Yes, positively. The merger strengthens our position to support government projects, especially in the defense sector, by aligning our operations and bolstering our compliance with project requirements. This consolidation aligns our business more closely with defense standards and improves our ability to deliver high-quality, mission-critical solutions.
As part of the merger, the KAM brand will transition to the Castheon Advanced Manufacturing name. This rebranding aligns with our strategy to simplify and strengthen our brand portfolio under the ADDMAN umbrella, with Castheon Advanced Manufacturing at the forefront of our metal additive capabilities. In this brand evolution, we’ll be refreshing the Castheon logo, which will be adopted by both the Thousand Oaks and Statesville facilities.
For any additional questions, reach out to your manager or the HR department. We will also continue to share updates as the integration progresses to keep you informed and address any concerns.
The Castheon name is closely associated with major government programs currently in the funding phase, and maintaining this name is essential to support the continuity and success of these critical projects. Additionally, Castheon holds several patents and intellectual property assets that are central to the unique value ADDMAN brings to the Metal AM industry. Preserving the Castheon brand reinforces our commitment to innovation and strengthens our competitive position in advanced manufacturing.
Yes, you can still say you work for ADDMAN. Castheon Advanced Manufacturing is a business unit under the ADDMAN Group, so you remain part of the larger ADDMAN organization. The merger simply aligns our metal additive operations under the Castheon name, but we are all united under the ADDMAN brand. This consolidation enhances our market strength while maintaining our shared identity as ADDMAN employees.
Employee Talking Points
As we transition Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing (KAM) and Castheon into a unified entity under Castheon Advanced Manufacturing, we know that customers may have questions about what this means for their projects and partnerships with us. To help you address these inquiries confidently, we’ve prepared key talking points that highlight the benefits of this merger, the strategic reasons behind it, and the continued commitment we have as part of the ADDMAN family.
ADDMAN recently integrated Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing (KAM) with Castheon, forming Castheon Advanced Manufacturing. This merger brings together the strengths of both facilities to deliver superior metal additive solutions, especially in refractory alloys and material science.
We chose to lead with the Castheon name because it’s well-established in several large government programs and holds valuable intellectual property that strengthens our position in the industry. By keeping the Castheon name, we’re reinforcing stability for these critical projects and preserving our unique value in metal additive manufacturing.
- This merger enables us to offer enhanced capabilities, faster lead times, and coast-to-coast support. With a unified team and resources, we’re even better equipped to deliver advanced solutions tailored to your needs.
- Combining our expertise means we’re elevating our Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL), which allows us to deliver market-ready solutions with increased efficiency and reliability.
This merger aligns with ADDMAN’s ‘One ADDMAN’ strategy to simplify and strengthen our brand portfolio. Just as we’ve centralized precision machining under ADDMAN Precision, we’re unifying metal additive capabilities under Castheon Advanced Manufacturing to create a more seamless experience for our customers.
- You won’t see any disruptions in current project timelines. In fact, with our combined resources, we expect to improve our lead times and enhance quality standards.
- Our integration with KAM and Castheon ensures that we can continue to provide the high-quality solutions you expect from ADDMAN, with even greater efficiency.
- Our focus remains on delivering innovative, high-quality solutions. The merger allows us to enhance our support for government projects, defense applications, and commercial space programs, all backed by our commitment to excellence.
- As Castheon Advanced Manufacturing, we’re poised to lead the industry in metal additive manufacturing, with a strong foundation in both material science and advanced manufacturing capabilities.
Even with this integration, we’re all still part of ADDMAN. Castheon Advanced Manufacturing is simply a specialized business unit under the ADDMAN umbrella, focused on metal additive capabilities.
Talking Points for Sales
With the recent integration of Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing (KAM) into Castheon, now known as Castheon Advanced Manufacturing, ADDMAN is poised to offer an even broader range of advanced manufacturing solutions. As you speak with customers, it’s important to highlight how these strategic acquisitions and our enhanced capabilities directly benefit them—improving lead times, expanding our expertise, and simplifying their path to high-quality, mission-critical solutions. Use these talking points to introduce the merger and emphasize the value this brings to their projects and goals.
“I’m excited to share that ADDMAN has recently made some strategic moves to enhance our capabilities and expand what we can offer to you. We’ve brought Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing (KAM) under the Castheon umbrella, creating Castheon Advanced Manufacturing. This integration brings together some of the most advanced metal additive capabilities in the industry, with a strong focus on refractory metals and material science.”
“By combining Castheon and KAM, we can now offer coast-to-coast support with even faster lead times, superior quality, and unmatched expertise. For you, this means streamlined access to a wider range of additive manufacturing solutions, more efficient project timelines, and the assurance that you’re working with a team that’s deeply embedded in leading government and commercial space programs.”
“You’ll notice that we’re moving forward with the name Castheon Advanced Manufacturing. This decision was made to maintain continuity with our ongoing government projects and to leverage Castheon’s strong reputation in the industry. Under this name, you’re still working with the ADDMAN/Castheon/KAM team you know and trust, but with enhanced capabilities and a sharper focus on providing comprehensive metal additive solutions. It’s part of our broader strategy to simplify and strengthen our brand while making it easier for you to tap into our full range of expertise.”
“As we move forward, our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions remains unchanged. If you have any specific questions about how our expanded capabilities can support your projects, I’d be happy to discuss them. Castheon Advanced Manufacturing is here to ensure that your needs are met with the highest standards, backed by an expanded team and advanced resources.”