Beehive Industries Expands Additive Manufacturing Capacity with Major EOS Investment to Accelerate Frenzy 8 Engine Production
Beehive Industries, a leading American manufacturer of advanced propulsion systems for uncrewed aerial defense platforms, has announced a significant expansion of its additive manufacturing capabilities through a major investment in industrial 3D printing technology. The company has entered into an agreement with EOS, a global leader in additive manufacturing solutions, to acquire 30 EOS M4 ONYX metal additive manufacturing systems over the next 12 months.
The new systems will be installed across Beehive Industries’ production facilities in Colorado and Tennessee, increasing the company’s total fleet of EOS metal additive manufacturing machines to 50 units. The investment represents one of the largest recent deployments of industrial metal 3D printing technology within the U.S. defense manufacturing sector and underscores Beehive’s commitment to scaling production of its flagship propulsion product, the Frenzy™ 8 engine family.
The expansion comes at a critical time for the defense industry as military organizations increasingly prioritize autonomous systems, swarm-capable drones, and affordable unmanned platforms that can be produced rapidly and at scale. As demand for these technologies grows, manufacturers are under pressure to develop innovative production methods that can deliver high-performance hardware while maintaining speed, cost efficiency, and quality.
According to Beehive Industries, the company is experiencing unprecedented demand for its Frenzy 8 engine line, driven by multiple defense programs and growing interest in propulsion systems designed specifically for next-generation uncrewed aerial vehicles.
Darius Ehteshami, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Beehive Industries, emphasized the strategic importance of the investment and its role in supporting future production growth.
He noted that the company’s expanding collaboration with EOS will significantly increase manufacturing capacity while reinforcing Beehive’s mission of delivering scalable, American-made propulsion technologies that strengthen military readiness and enhance operational capabilities for defense customers.
The Frenzy 8 engine has emerged as one of Beehive’s most important products. Designed specifically for swarm-class drones and other advanced unmanned aerial systems, the propulsion platform addresses a growing requirement within modern defense strategies for cost-effective, high-volume production of autonomous aircraft.
Military planners around the world are increasingly recognizing the strategic advantages of deploying large numbers of autonomous systems capable of performing reconnaissance, surveillance, electronic warfare, logistics, and combat support missions. These evolving requirements have created demand for propulsion solutions that can be manufactured rapidly while maintaining reliability and performance.
Beehive’s investment follows a series of significant achievements for the Frenzy engine program. In recent months, the company successfully completed high-altitude testing and flight readiness validation activities, demonstrating the engine’s operational capabilities in demanding environments.
Additionally, Beehive recently secured a $29.7 million contract from the U.S. Air Force. The agreement supports vehicle integration efforts, flight testing programs, and qualification activities for the propulsion platform. The contract further validates the growing importance of the Frenzy engine within emerging defense initiatives focused on autonomous aerial systems.
To support this next phase of growth, Beehive selected the EOS M4 ONYX platform as the foundation of its manufacturing expansion. The decision was driven by the system’s ability to combine high productivity, process consistency, automation, and superior component quality.
The EOS M4 ONYX represents the latest generation of industrial metal additive manufacturing technology. Developed to meet the needs of demanding industries such as aerospace, defense, aviation, and energy, the platform introduces several technological advancements designed to improve throughput and manufacturing efficiency.
One of the system’s most significant features is its six-laser architecture, which dramatically increases production speed compared with previous generations of metal additive manufacturing equipment. The expanded build volume allows manufacturers to produce larger components or increase the number of parts produced within a single build cycle, helping reduce production timelines and improve overall factory productivity.
The platform also incorporates advanced process monitoring technologies that provide greater visibility into manufacturing operations. These systems enable operators to track production quality in real time, identify potential issues before they affect finished parts, and maintain consistency across large production runs.
Another important feature is EOS’ advanced RFS Pro powder filtration system. Designed to support industrial-scale metal additive manufacturing, the technology enhances powder management and contributes to improved process reliability while supporting high-volume production requirements.
In addition to the hardware investment, Beehive plans to utilize EOS software solutions to strengthen quality control and production management throughout its operations. The software platform enables real-time process monitoring, production data analysis, and quality management functions that improve repeatability, traceability, and operational efficiency.
These capabilities are particularly important in aerospace and defense manufacturing, where strict certification standards and regulatory requirements demand comprehensive documentation and quality assurance throughout the production process.
Jonaaron Jones, President of Additive Parts Sales at Beehive Industries, highlighted the collaborative relationship between the two companies as a key factor in the purchasing decision.
According to Jones, EOS distinguished itself through its willingness to work closely with Beehive throughout the evaluation and planning process. He emphasized that the EOS team demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and a genuine commitment to supporting the company’s long-term growth objectives.
Jones noted that this type of partnership-oriented approach is especially valuable as Beehive continues to expand its operations and pursue increasingly ambitious production goals. The company views supplier relationships as a critical component of its broader manufacturing strategy and expects partners to contribute actively to its success.
Over the past several years, Beehive Industries has established itself as one of the most prominent additive manufacturing-focused defense companies in the United States. The company has built its business around the concept of leveraging advanced digital manufacturing technologies to transform how propulsion systems and aerospace components are designed and produced.
Beyond the Frenzy engine family, Beehive is also developing the Rampart™ turbofan platform, which is intended for next-generation applications requiring more than 1,000 pounds of thrust. The Rampart program reflects the company’s broader ambitions within the aerospace and defense sectors and demonstrates its commitment to expanding its portfolio of advanced propulsion technologies.
In addition to engine development, Beehive operates one of the largest metal additive manufacturing operations in the United States dedicated to producing high-performance aerospace and defense components. This extensive manufacturing infrastructure provides the company with significant flexibility and positions it to respond quickly to evolving customer requirements.
Marie Niehaus-Langer, Chief Executive Officer of EOS, described Beehive’s latest investment as evidence of the growing importance of additive manufacturing within advanced aerospace production.
She stated that the scale of the investment demonstrates how additive manufacturing has evolved from a prototyping tool into a foundational production technology for next-generation propulsion systems. The success of the Frenzy engine program illustrates the transformative potential of combining innovative engineering design with industrialized additive manufacturing processes.
Niehaus-Langer added that EOS is proud to support Beehive’s efforts to expand production capacity and accelerate the delivery of advanced propulsion technologies to customers around the world.
The expanded installation of EOS equipment further reinforces Beehive Industries’ long-term strategy of using additive manufacturing as the foundation for scalable American propulsion production. By investing heavily in advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure, the company is positioning itself to meet growing defense requirements while maintaining flexibility, efficiency, and technological leadership.
As defense priorities continue shifting toward rapidly deployable autonomous systems and affordable high-volume platforms, Beehive Industries and EOS are helping establish a new model for aerospace manufacturing—one built around digital production, advanced materials, and industrial-scale additive manufacturing. Together, the companies are enabling faster development cycles, increased production capacity, and more responsive supply chains for mission-critical aerospace and defense technologies.
The Beehive Industries Frenzy 8 engine, which showcases the capabilities of additive manufacturing in propulsion development, is currently being displayed at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris at the EOS exhibition stand in Hall 5B, Booth E370, providing industry leaders and defense stakeholders an opportunity to see firsthand the technology driving the next generation of autonomous aerial systems.
About Beehive Industries
Beehive Industries is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in the design and development of advanced, additively manufactured jet engines for uncrewed aerial defense applications. Leveraging innovative additive manufacturing techniques, Beehive delivers high-performance propulsion systems with unmatched speed, affordability, and scalability to meet the evolving needs of the warfighter and strengthen American defense superiority. For more information, visit www.beehive-industries.com.
About EOS
EOS provides responsible manufacturing solutions via industrial 3D printing technologies to organizations around the world. Since 1989, EOS has shaped the future of manufacturing by enabling its customers to innovate and differentiate through expert guidance, technology, and services, leveraging its end-to-end additive manufacturing (AM) industry partnerships. From strategy to education to production, EOS is the leading global partner for both metal and polymer AM solutions, accelerating time-to-market for its customers through high-quality production efficiencies and sustainable solutions.