Lab22: advancing metal additive manufacturing in Australia

August 4th, 2025

Lab22, CSIRO’s specialist facility for metal additive manufacturing, is driving Australia’s next phase of industrial innovation through cutting-edge equipment, advanced materials, and collaborative initiatives.

Lab22, owned and operated by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, is dedicated to introducing Australian industries to metal additive manufacturing. Located at CSIRO’s Clayton site in Melbourne, Lab22 was established to enable companies to explore additive manufacturing opportunities and assess their viability for their business operations. The lab has now been operating for a decade.