Genius NY Winner Blueflite Partners with Think Variant 

This collaboration leverages Think Variant’s cutting-edge additive manufacturing techniques to meet the growing demand for high-performance drones in both the commercial and defense sectors By Joe Macey / 14 Oct 2024

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Blueflite has partnered with Think Variant, a New York-based high-precision manufacturing specialist, to scale up production of their drones.

This collaboration leverages Think Variant’s cutting-edge additive manufacturing techniques to meet the growing demand for high-performance drones in both the commercial and defense sectors.

Production will begin this month at Think Variant’s facility in Upstate New York, further cementing the region’s role as a center of excellence for high-tech manufacturing.

Frank Noppel, CEO of blueflite, said; “By leveraging Think Variant’s expertise in additive manufacturing and mass production, blueflite will meet the industry’s growing need for efficient, high-quality drone manufacturing that satisfies strict aerospace standards.

“Our collaboration aims to bring cutting-edge technology to the growing drone space that showcases the talent and capability found in New York state.”

Blueflite is known for its innovative drone platform designed specifically for logistics and delivery. Their drones feature a unique, patented design capable of vertical take-off and landing, long-range flights, and carrying payloads ideal for industries ranging from medical supply deliveries to e-commerce and defense applications.

Kara Jones, Director of GENIUS NY, said; “Central New York is fast becoming a major hub for drone technology and advanced manufacturing. The collaboration between blueflite and Think Variant demonstrates the synergy between local innovation and global potential, and this is exactly the kind of partnership our program aims to foster.”

Scott Antonacci, CEO of Think Variant, added; “This partnership allows us to apply our expertise in high-precision manufacturing to an exciting and rapidly growing industry. The demand for scalable, high-performance drones is skyrocketing, and Central New York is at the forefront of meeting that challenge.”

With rising market demand and increasingly stringent aerospace regulations, blueflite and Think Variant are poised to lead the charge in setting new standards for drone production. From their base in Central New York, they are redefining the future of drone logistics, creating innovative solutions that impact industries worldwide.

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