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Materials and Additive Manufacturing Beyond — Special IMTS Edition

27 min • 24 januari 2023

The potential for growth in Additive Manufacturing (AM) is vast, and it is an exciting time to be a part of the community. Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, trade shows can be interesting but for in-depth knowledge introductory training is key. In this interview from the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Additive Snack host Fabian Alefeld interviews Mike Vasquez, founder of 3Degrees Consulting and the Advanced Manufacturing Experience (AMX). They discuss the AM community, education, and the ongoing advancements in metal and polymer materials in the industry. 

 

Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at [email protected]. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

[2:04] Mike describes the AMX education event and the opportunities it offers to the Additive Manufacturing industry at large.

 

[9:34] Mike highlights the impressive technology on display at IMTS.

 

[11:40] The 3Degrees Discussions podcast is inspired by the personal stories of those who work in AM.

 

[14:44] As a Materials Scientist and Engineer, Mike believes the material game has changed in a big way, especially in composites.

 

[16:10] Tips and tricks for understanding Additive Manufacturing standards, materials, and processes.

 

[19:49] Many AM companies have moved beyond prototyping to specialize in specific industries, such as space and tooling.

 

[24:03] Mike’s tips for those interested in entering the AM industry.

 

Shareables:

 

“It's opening the door a little, but to show people what the art of the possible is.”— Mike Vasquez, Founder, 3Degrees Consulting

 

“We are trying to be a bit more open-minded when it comes to new materials.”— Mike Vasquez, Founder, 3Degrees Consulting

 

“New materials continue to unlock new opportunities.”— Fabian Alefeld, Host, the Additive Snack podcast

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