Eiger Fleet: Scalable Cloud Control for Additive Manufacturing

Why use Eiger Fleet?

Eiger Fleet empowers organizations to elevate their additive manufacturing (AM) operations through advanced cloud control, integrated workflows, and enterprise‑grade security.

• Operational efficiency & visibility – role‑based access ensures the right people can manage the right devices, parts, and builds at any time.
• Enterprise‑level access management – simplified corporate policies, identity enforcement, and SAML SSO integration.
• Simplified workflows – APIs connect 3D print solutions to ERP, CRM, PLM, QMS, MES, and AMS, allowing instant part creation and data capture.

Who is Eiger Fleet for?

Eiger Fleet is ideal for:

• Organizations operating multiple 3D printers across several sites or large printer farms.
• Companies needing seamless integration of AM with existing business processes and software.
• IT environments that require SAML SSO, RBAC, and robust policy enforcement.

How Eiger Fleet is Being Used

Vestas Wind Systems AS has leveraged Markforged printers, Blacksmith, and Eiger Fleet to enable on‑site production of blade marking tools at wind turbine facilities worldwide.

Key outcomes include:

• Cost reduction – blade marking tool costs dropped from thousands of dollars to under $100.
• Lead‑time reduction – design‑to‑installation time fell from three weeks to just three days.
• Consistent quality – automated inspection and certification processes ensure high‑performance, compliant parts.

Vestas uses Markforged’s 3D printing technology in conjunction with Eiger Fleet and Blacksmith for centralized control, ERP integration, asset management, and advanced print analysis.

Features at a Glance

• Centralized control – manage users, device groups, folders, part costs, and lead‑time analytics from a single dashboard.
• Business process automation – API access lets internal and external stakeholders request parts, trigger builds, and receive real‑time status updates.
• Role‑based access control – permissions tied to job roles limit exposure to sensitive data and operational capabilities.
• High‑throughput workflows – batch operations and organization‑wide presets streamline digital inventory management.
• Custom analytics – track and share KPIs such as time and cost savings across the enterprise.
• Markforged University – onboard and upskill teams, maximizing ROI from AM investments.
• Policy management – SAML‑based SSO and policy enforcement reduce administrative overhead and security risk.

Eiger and Blacksmith Software

Eiger Fleet is the enterprise‑tier of Markforged’s Eiger platform, complementing Eiger Core and Offline. Together they offer:

• Eiger Core – a slicer that transforms CAD files into strong, functional parts quickly.
• Eiger Fleet – centralized oversight for printers, users, parts, and workflows.
• Eiger Offline – a local version that operates without continuous internet connectivity.

For a detailed comparison, see the feature‑based data sheet.

Blacksmith, available as an Eiger subscription, connects design, production, and inspection with AI‑driven quality control, reducing production costs and accelerating time to market. Blacksmith is supported on Markforged X7 printers.