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📰 Just Released: Wohlers Report 2024 We're excited to announce the release of Wohlers Report 2024, the latest edition of our annual, comprehensive guide to the additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing industry. This marks the 29th year of publication, offering organizations worldwide detailed guidance, perspective, and insightful research results. 📈 Key Insights: ▪ Growth in Metal AM Systems: 2023 saw a significant 24.4% increase in metal AM system shipments, with 3,793 units sold, up from 3,049 in 2022. ▪ Industry Expansion: The AM industry reached a new milestone, growing to $20.035 billion, reflecting contributions from a diverse array of sectors worldwide. 📊 Strategic Impact: Critical insights into new materials and manufacturing standards across the aerospace, defense, healthcare, and energy sectors are discussed. The report underscores scalable solutions and economic viability as future game-changers. 💡 Global Collaboration: This report was made possible through the collaboration of 245 organizations and the expertise of over 110 global contributors from 35 countries, highlighting the global effort and collaboration in advancing the AM industry. 🔗 Read the full press release and get your 2024 #WohlersReport today for exclusive industry insights: https://lnkd.in/g-9PS6Gp #additivemanufacturing #3Dprinting Terry Wohlers, Olaf Diegel, Joseph Kowen, Randall Newton, Brent Stucker, Clare Scott, Ray Huff, Mahdi Jamshidinia, Mohsen Seifi

Additive manufacturing (AM) adoption varies significantly based on how we interpret the data. Simply counting the number of 3D printers sold in a country May not tell the whole story. The chart below shows country GDP on the x-axis and the number of industrial AM system installations on the y-axis. The installation-to-GDP ratio is represented by color and bubble size. While the U.S. and China lead in the total number of industrial AM system installations, these numbers are largely influenced by the size of their economies. When we adjust for economic output, countries such as South Korea, Italy, Japan, and Germany emerge as leaders with notably higher AM adoption rates. Context is crucial when trying to understand the global additive manufacturing landscape. This insight comes from Wohlers Report 2024. Wohlers Associates can help your organization make informed business decisions within this rapidly evolving field. https://lnkd.in/ggsZfxXZ Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM P.S. note that while Japan has experienced an almost steady rise in GDP, the recent decline in Yen had a notable impact on Japan’s GDP in U.S. Dollar and thus the Install-to-GDP ratio. This significant currency depreciation may offer a unique opportunity to AM investors (with all other factors included).

It's been a productive two days at the ASTM AM CoE Specialty Workshop on Techno-Economic Analysis for Metal Powder-Bed AM in Washington, D.C.! 💡Top 3 High-Level Takeaways from Our Recent #AdditiveManufacturing Conversation: ▪ Additive manufacturing is scaling rapidly. Companies are investing heavily in large-format printers and automation to drive down costs and boost productivity. ▪ Successful AM companies focus on early adoption, expertise, and unique applications. Early adopters who build deep technical knowledge and identify high-value applications are maximizing the potential of this technology. ▪ Advancements in machine capabilities, software, and workforce development are enhancing AM's competitiveness. Continued improvements are making additive manufacturing more cost-effective and accessible across industries. Additional Insights from the Panel: ▪ Scaling requires vertical integration and early adoption. Companies that combine precision machining with additive capabilities gain a competitive edge. Those who adopt early and build expertise are positioning themselves for long-term success. ▪ Cost-competitiveness is tied to design and machine utilization. Designing parts specifically for additive manufacturing and achieving 80-90% machine utilization are key to maximizing cost benefits. ▪ Collaboration and qualification standards are essential. Industry-wide collaboration on common part classification standards and strong partnerships between OEMs, manufacturers, and software/material providers are crucial for continuous improvement in AM. Thank you to the Panel Moderator, Brandon Ribic (America Makes), and Panelists, Kevin Czinger (Divergent), Shane Collins, (Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM), Joseph Calmese (ADDMAN), Sean Whittaker (Incodema3D, LLC), and Nicholas Mulé (Boeing), for contributing to the conversation. Co-Chairs: Adam Hicks (Air Force Research Laboratory), Brandon Ribic, Shane Collins, Mohsen Seifi

It’s been an impactful morning at the 4th ASTM AM CoE Specialty Workshop on Techno-Economic Analysis for Metal Powder-Bed AM in Washington, D.C., supported by Air Force Research Laboratory and in collaboration with America Makes! After a series of engaging presentations, the morning session concluded with three insightful talks. Dr. Brent Stucker from Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM provided an overview of several AM Roadmaps, comparing expectations vs. reality. This was followed by an in-depth look at the State of the Art and Future Trends of PBF-LB, presented by Kevin Czinger, CEO of Divergent, and PBF-EB, presented by Dr. Francisco Medina from the W.M. Keck Center for 3D Innovation. 💡Key Takeaways: ▪ Despite significant technical advancements, rapid #qualification / #certification, closed-loop control, and in-process qualification via in-situ monitoring have been priorities for over 20 years, yet progress has been underwhelming. The group discussed potential reasons for this. ▪ AI was not a major part of previous roadmaps, but it could become a key enabler, especially for #AdditiveManufacturing qualification and certification. ▪ Structural optimization and material families are essential inputs for cost optimization and system architecture design. ▪ The AM industry might be undergoing an EBM renaissance with the emergence of new models featuring notable advancements. Stay tuned for more updates! Co-Chairs & Organizers: Adam Hicks, Brandon Ribic, Shane Collins, Mohsen Seifi, Mahdi Jamshid(nia), David Eduardo Paredes, Ethan Myers

🚀 Kicking off Day 1 of the 4th ASTM AM CoE Specialty Workshop on Techno-Economic Analysis for Metal Powder-Bed AM in Washington, D.C.! The day began with opening remarks and introductions from Dr. Mohsen Seifi of ASTM International and Dr. Mahdi Jamshid(nia) of Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM. Dr. Brandon Ribic from America Makes emphasized the importance of Techno-Economic Analysis in guiding the United States Air Force's investments in Metal Powder Bed AM. Shane Collins, 🦕Fellow-ASTM from Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM shared key highlights from the Techno-Economic Analysis conducted as part of America Makes Project 68, which this workshop is designed to build upon. This workshop, sponsored by Air Force Research Laboratory and America Makes, is supplementing the techno-economic analysis of PBF AM that Wohlers Associates is conducting as part of the America Makes Project 68. 💡Stay tuned for more insights from Day 1! David Eduardo Paredes, Adam Hicks #additivemanufacturing

Every successful organization is powered by a great team, and we are proud of our multifaceted group of individuals driving our global initiatives. Reflecting on the success of our Annual ASTM AM CoE Leadership Week in Washington, DC! It was a pleasure to have our global leaders come together, engage in strategic discussions, set new goals, and reflect on the progress we've made in advancing the field. Guided by ASTM International's core values—welcoming every voice, fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and serving with integrity—this gathering reinforced our commitment to advancing additive manufacturing. We were especially honored to have ASTM's new President, Andy Kireta, join us and actively contribute to shaping our future vision. We’re excited to move forward together, building on the momentum we've created to support the #advancedmanufacturing adoption. Martin White, Alyssa Welch, Carl Thompson, Ethan Myers, Alex Liu, Christian Seidel, Mahdi Jamshid(nia), Richard Huff, Heidi Turley, CPA, Brian Meincke, Khalid Rafi, Aaron Prather, Mohsen Seifi

✈️Just a few days left to register for the 4th ASTM AM CoE Specialty Workshop on Techno-Economic Analysis for Metal Powder-Bed AM in Washington, D.C., on August 27-28, 2024! Supported by the Air Force Research Laboratory and in collaboration with America Makes, this event builds on the work by Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM, as part of America Makes Project 68. This two-day workshop features technical talks and a panel discussion on Day 1, followed by an invite-only road mapping exercise on Day 2. Don’t miss the chance to hear from industry experts: ▪ Study Conducted: David Eduardo Paredes, ASTM International and Shane Collins, Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM ▪ Existing Roadmap Analysis: Brent Stucker, Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM ▪ PBF-LB State of the Art and Future Trends: Kevin Czinger, Divergent ▪ PBF-EB State of the Art and Future Trends: Frank M. ▪ BJ State of the Art and Future Trends: Stephen L. Feldbauer, Ph.D., Abbott Furnace ▪ Needs of Sustainability vs. New Platforms/Builds: Adam Hicks, Air Force Research Laboratory ▪ Qualification of Multi-Laser Systems: Youping Gao, PhD, Castheon Plus, join a panel discussion on how these future trends can be leveraged by the DoD with Adam Hicks, Air Force Research Laboratory, Shane Collins, and Sean Whittaker, Incodema3D, LLC. Workshop Technical Chairs: Brandon Ribic, Mohsen Seifi, Shane Collins, Adam Hicks 🔗 Learn more and register your interest today: https://lnkd.in/gX-unzHY

#RapidTechRecap We look back on the highlights of the 2nd day of the congress with further impressive keynotes, top-class specialist forums, innovative 3D printing applications and inspiring networking formats. 💡 Keynote highlights: ▪ Dr. Brent Stucker (Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM) & Prof. Christian Seidel (Hochschule München) opened the day. The pioneer of additive manufacturing shed light on the key challenges and enablers for the future of AM. ▪ In his presentation, Dr. Jan Brummund from Innosyn showed the promising future of chemical future of chemical process engineering and the potential of AM. Further highlights: 💡 Forum Chemistry & Process Engineering: For the first time in cooperation with DECHEMA, this forum offered varied contributions from BASF, Evonik (Dr. Senada Schaack) through to the Closing Breakout session on the role of additive manufacturing in CO2 neutrality in the process process industry. 💡 Defence Session: Another highlight was the Defence Session. Thomas R. Kerk (Rheinmetall) spoke about AM logistics solutions for spare parts production in the field depot, and Michel Honoré (FORCE Technology) explained how AM can make the defense supply defense supply chain more resilient. 💡 AM Science Forum: The latest research results were presented by BMW Group, the University of Bremen (Universität Bremen) and the University of Duisburg-Essen (Universität Duisburg-Essen). 💡 Forum Software, AI & Design: The impressive variety of topics ranged from algorithm-driven design for AM (trinckle) to the legal framework conditions for value creation through data and data and AI (Marco Müller-ter Jung, LL.M. (IT-Recht), Grant Thornton Germany) Many thanks to all speakers for their precise and informative presentations! 👏 Messe Erfurt GmbH #BestOf #RapidTech2024 #RapidTech3D2024 #RapidTech #3Dprinting #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Conference #MesseErfurt

Final day of RAPID + TCT in Los Angeles, CA! ✨ Visit the ASTM AM CoE and Wohlers Associates, Powered by ASTM team at booth #2121 to connect with our experts and discover how we can support your additive manufacturing goals. Alyssa Welch, Richard Huff, Brent Stucker, Carl Thompson, Paul Bates, David Eduardo Paredes, Mahdi Jamshid(nia), Joseph Kowen, Terry Wohlers #RapidTCT #AdditiveManufacturing

Scaling AM Production – Speed Up Printing, Don't Forget Post-Processing! AM machines are cranking out parts faster than ever with larger build volumes and multi-laser machines! But hold on... are we neglecting a crucial step? While printing speeds soar, parts often get stuck in post-processing bottleneck, cancelling out those gains! So, let's shift gears and talk post-processing! What bottlenecks are slowing us down? Is it a lack of: - Research funding? - Capital investment? - Industry standards? - Skilled workforce? - Or something else? What solutions can bridge the gap between printing speed and efficient post-processing? Join the conversation! This is a critical discussion as we scale AM production. Share your thoughts in the comments. #WohlersReport2024 has collected and complied the latest state of post-processing in polymer and metal AM. https://lnkd.in/d4PdtY_p Dive Deeper! For a comprehensive analysis of active players, the latest trends and outlook of AM post-processing, check out Wohlers Specialty Report on Post-Processing https://lnkd.in/e-PdRjqN Want to understand these dynamics better? Contact Wohlers Associates to schedule a consultation session with the team. https://lnkd.in/gGciKXYb Image Courtesy: Boeing, Dr. Melissa Orme