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Beyond 3D Printed Houses

An exclusive interview with COBOD founder Henrik Lund-Nielsen about driving construction 3D printing innovation in infrastructures.

How Trilab is Benefitting from its Acquisition by Prusa Research

We had a chat with Trilab’s Michal Boháč to find out how the company has been doing.

How The Right Tech And Partners Spelled Success For 3D-Printing Startup Anubis

When recession pressed his engineering consulting firm to pivot, Tharwat Fouad dismissed the hype and did his homework.

Essentium’s Laser Focus on Quality

I had a chat with Essentium’s CEO, Blake Teipel the other week and learned about their increased focus on quality.

Nexa3D Opens Up About the Dirty Side of 3D Printing

What gaps need to be addressed to make additive manufacturing truly sustainable?

Ukraine’s Additive Manufacturing Industry Needs Your Help

There are moves underway to develop additive manufacturing operations in Ukraine, and we believe everyone should pitch in to help.

Women of R&D Tax Savers: Insights into 3D Printing

The women of R&D Tax Savers discuss their observations and insights into 3D printing.

The Eventual Disappearance of 3D Printing is Inevitable

Today we talk a lot about 3D printing or additive manufacturing, but perhaps that will eventually fade away.

XJET Switches Gears To Commercialization

I had a chat with XJET’s Dror Danai about the company’s strategy.

Lou Rassey, Fast Radius CEO, Reflects on Next-Generation Manufacturing

The Fast Radius co-founder offers advice on tackling manufacturing challenges through the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.

Massivit Is On To Something Big With Their CIM Technology

We recently had a chance to talk with Massivit directly.

Some Updates from Polymaker on the 3D Print Materials Scene

I had a chat with Luke Taylor of Polymaker about the latest developments from the company.

AMT Looking To Develop Smart Metal AM Post Processing Capability

AMT is secretly working on metal post processing equipment.

BuildBee’s Thoughts On 3D Intellectual Property

We had a chat with Matthew Griffiths, CTO of BuildBee about 3D model intellectual property.

GKN Additive’s John Dulchinos: How Do AM Service Providers Fit?

I had a chat with GKN Additive’s brand new President, John Dulchinos, to find out his thoughts on additive manufacturing.

RIZE 3D Printers Recovered by Sindri 3D Printing

We learned of an interesting development in the RIZE situation.

Sindoh Makes The Change

I spoke with Sindoh and learned they’re undergoing a major transformation.

At MakerBot, It’s All About Materials

I spoke to MakerBot to get an update on what they’ve been doing lately.

Why Use Teton Simulation’s SmartSlice?

I had a chat with Teton Simulation’s Doug Kenik to find out where SmartSlice is headed.

What’s Behind Azul 3D’s LAKE 3D Printer?

Azul 3D is one of the latest 3D print companies to appear on the scene, and we spoke to the company’s Chief Revenue Officer, Tuan Tranpham, to find out more.

Interview with Kirk Andersen of SQ4D on 3D Printing Homes

Charles R. Goulding and Joseph Castine interview Kirk Anderson, COO of SQ4D, a construction 3D printer company.

Stratasys On Their Future Manufacturing Market

I spoke with Stratasys’ Andy Langfeld to learn more about the company’s strategy to move toward manufacturing.

What’s New At Velo3D Since Going Public?

I spoke with Zach Murphree of VELO3D to find out what changes have occurred at the company since they became publicly tradable.

XJET’s Smooth 3D Printing Advantage

I spoke with XJET’s Dror Danai to find out why XJET technology has an advantage over other ceramic 3D printing options.

ASTM Acquisition: In Conversation with Terry Wohlers

Wohlers reflects on the company’s humble beginnings, acquisition news, and the future of the 3D printing industry.

A Chat With BCN3D’s David Martinez

I spoke with BCN3D’s Dave Martinez to find out the latest from the Spanish 3D printer manufacturer.

Mimaki Pushes Forward with Full Color 3D Printing

I had a chat with the folks from Mimaki, makers of a line full color 3D printers.

One on One With Ian Howe of Additive Industries

I had the chance to speak with Additive Industries’ new CEO, Ian Howe.

More Details on Raise3D’s new E2CF and Pro3 Series 3D Printers

We had a chat with Raise3D representatives to find out more about their latest 3D printers.

Onsite at MyMiniFactory

Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with MyMiniFactory CEO Nebo Nikolic at their London HQ

In Conversation with Benny Buller, Velo3D Founder and CEO

Engineering.com caught up with Velo3D founder and CEO, Benny Buller, as the metal 3D printing company went public.

An Interview with Daniel Slep, PhD: CEO of ChemCubed

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi interview Dr. Daniel Slep of ChemCubed.

What’s Up At Tinkerine?

I had the opportunity to catch up with Eugene Suyu, Founder and CEO of Tinkerine.

Margriet Hooghiemstra: “The Passion And Enthusiasm Of Our Team Is Very Impressive And Contagious!”

Margriet Hooghiemstra is the Strategy Program Director at Covestro (formerly DSM) Additive Manufacturing team, working from the Netherlands.

Customer Engagement With Micro Additive Manufacturing

I sat down with Nanofabrica’s Executive Vice President Global Sales, Avi Cohen, to discuss the past, present, and future of micro additive manufacturing and the benefits and applications of the company’s Micro AM technology.

How Does Sakuú’s Unusual 3D Printing Process Work?

I spoke with Sakuú’s VP of Marketing and Business development, David Pederson, to find out more about this mysterious 3D print startup.

Stacey DelVecchio: “Visibility Is Huge When You’re Talking About Changing The Public’s Perception”

Stacey DelVecchio, F.SWE is President of Stacey D Consulting, focused on the business of additive manufacturing.

Olesya Kopteva: “Be Afraid To Start If You Wish, But Start Anyway”

Olesya Kopteva is the Training and 3D Scanning Team Lead at Artec 3D in Moscow.

Shaping 3D Printing: Meet The New Head Of HP MJF

Guayente Sanmartin, the new Global Head & General Manager of the HP 3D Multi Jet Fusion Business, shares insights into the latest structuring and strategies in MJF.

Ashley Alleyne: “Don’t Let Anyone Ever Tell You That You Can’t Do Something”

Ashley Alleyne is a 3D Printing Design Entrepreneur in Residence.

The Women Of R&D Tax Savers Discuss Recent Trends In Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing

The women of R&D Tax Savers see 3D printing technologies and trends in their work almost every day.

A Look Into ActivArmor’s International Expansion

I spoke with ActivArmor Canada’s Kyle Stanley to learn more about how Active Armor operates internationally.

Katrin Wudy: “Gender Doesn’t Dictate The Amount Of Fun You Can Have”

Prof. Katrin Wudy is an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track W2 to W3) for Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing – School of Engineering and Design at the Technical University of Munich, Germany.

Stephanie Willerth: “My Team Has Made Amazing Progress In Bioprinting”

Dr. Stephanie Willerth is a Full Professor in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Victoria and the Chief Executive Officer of Axolotl Biosciences. She is our Women in 3D Printing Guest #278!

Diana Hall: “No Human Is One-Size-Fits-All”

Diana Hall is the President and CEO of ActivArmor and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #277!

Brad Halsey: “Diversity Isn’t Just Nice To Have”

Brad Halsey is the CEO and Founder of Building Momentum, and second #MenAllies interview!

Rachel Park: “I Grew Up In This Industry”

Rachel Park is a freelance writer and editor focused on 3D printing since 1996. She owns RP Editorial Services and is a Director of PYL Associates — and she is our Women in 3D Printing guest #274.

Pia Harlaß: “Team Diversity Brings Many Advantages”

Pia Harlaß is the Head of Global Marketing & Corporate Communications at DyeMansion and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #273!

Ultimaker CEO Shares A Look At Strategy

Ultimaker’s new CEO offers an inside look at the company’s strategic shift toward ecosystem thinking.

WAZP And The Power Of The Digital Supply Chain

I had the opportunity to get to know WAZP and the big 3D printing and digitization ideas arising from this small Irish company.

Dr. Satya Ganti: “Striking a Balance Between Conventional and Am Technologies is the Key to the 4th Industrial Revolution!”

Dr. Satya Ganti is the technical leader for Baker Hughes additive manufacturing technology center located in Houston, TX and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #270!

Andrea Clark: “I Love The Network Of Support And The Common Goal Of Everyone To Drive Female Leadership And Involvement In 3D Printing Forward”

Andrea Clark is the president and CEO of Gefertec LLC and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #269!

Inside Mantle’s 3D Printed Tooling Focus

The team at Mantle shares insights into their intriguing new precision metal 3D printing offering.

Anna Finne Wistrand, Tiziana Fuoco, Daniela Pappalardo: “We Share The Same Passion For Chemistry, Degradable Polymers, And 3D Printing”

Anna Finne Wistrand, Tiziana Fuoco, and Daniela Pappalardo are the 3 founders of Akira Science and our Women in 3D Printing guests #268.

Reading Between The Lines At Ultimaker

An interview with Ultimaker’s new CEO reveals some of their future directions.

Sharon To: “We Want To Give Regions The Ability To Recycle Their Own Plastics”

Sharon To is co-founder and CTO of Closed Loop Plastics and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #267!

Inside Markforged: What It Means To Go Public

On the heels of Markforged’s announcement of intent to go public, we catch up with the team for an inside look at company strategy and what we can expect to see going forward.

Carbon Design Engine Set To Change The Lattice Generation Game

Carbon has introduced a new automated lattice design tool poised to send shockwaves throughout production-focused 3D printing.

Sherry Handel: “Additive Manufacturing’s Sustainability Benefits Are Often Less Well-Understood”

Sherry Handel is the Executive Director at the Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA), and our Women in 3D Printing Guest #266!

Successfully Funding a Kickstarter a 2nd Time: Anthony Mattana and the Hooke Lav

Get some tips for launching a Kickstarter from a veteran.

3D Printing The Tiniest Tools

I spoke with Avi Cohen, EVP Sales at Nanofabrica, for a look into why micro-scale precision in 3D printing is a huge achievement.

ROBOZE CEO: 3D Printing From 2020 Pandemic Reaction To 2021 US Move

Alessio Lorusso, Founder and CEO of Italy-based ROBOZE, shares a look at 2020 and a look ahead to 3D printing strategies for 2021.

The Real Story In 3D Printing Safety Is Materials Science

What really makes a difference for safety in 3D printing is the materials science, says the CEO of RIZE.

RIZE CEO Focuses In On 3D Printing Realities For 2021

RIZE’s CEO offers some insights into 3D printing safety and a look ahead for 2021.

Ultimaker To Focus On 3D Printing Ecosystem And User Journey In 2021

I caught up with Gregory Elfering, President of Ultimaker Americas, for a discussion of Ultimaker’s 2020 reflections and 2021 trends and predictions.

Susana Marques: “It Is Already Possible To Find Very Functional Solutions”

Susana Marques is a designer who has been using a number of 3D printers to develop functional and attractive fabrics.

Marie Langer: “Surround Yourself With People That Challenge You”

As the second founder generation, Marie Langer took over as CEO of EOS in October 2019 and is responsible for the strategic direction of EOS and its subsidiaries.

Shapeways CEO Talks 2021 Trends In 3D Printing

As 2020 finally winds down, I sat down for a chat with Greg Kress, CEO of Shapeways, for a chat about the trends that will shape 3D printing in 2021.

Kim Killoran: “It’s Sometimes A Wild Ride In This Industry”

Kim Killoran has worked for Stratasys in Marketing for over 12 years, first as a Marketing Specialist for the Dimension 3D printing product line, then with growing responsibilities across all Stratasys products.

Julia Baldyga: “A Race Car Cannot Afford To Carry More Weight Than Is Absolutely Necessary”

Julia Baldya was born and raised in Poland.

The Origin And Current State Of Slice Engineering

I had a chat with Slice Engineering’s Daniel Barousse.

MiniFactory’s Additive Customer Journey

I spoke with Olli Pihlajamäki of miniFactory to find out how they work with additive manufacturing clients.

Who Is AM Ventures, And What Do They Do?

I had a chat with Adrian Maier-Ring, Investment Manager at AM Ventures, to find out more about his company.

The Jig Is Up: 3D Printing Fixtures Is About To Be Much More Efficient

Stratasys and nTopology execs share a look at their new collaboration, starting with an impressive FDM Assembly Fixture Generator.

Mathilde Berchon: “We Need All Brains And Hands On Deck!”

athilde Berchon is an independent consultant specialized in communications strategy for the 3D printing industry at her company FuturFab and mentor for makers entrepreneurs on MakingSociety.fr.

We Have To Talk About Diversity & Inclusion In Additive Manufacturing

If you watch only one episode of Ok Xoomer, make it this one.

The Art And Science Of Predicting Polymer 3D Printed Part Strength

Swapnil Sinha is a PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University whose research in additive manufacturing shows strength for the future of both DfAM and in-situ embedding in 3D printed parts.

The Journey From Making To Mechanical Engineering To Additive Manufacturing PhD

Swapnil Sinha is a PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University whose story in moving into additive manufacturing is becoming more familiar these days.

MSC Joins the Generative Design Parade

We catch up with Dr. Thomas Reiher, cofounder of AMendate, who is now director of Hexagon’s generative design division.

Nadia Yaakoubi: “When You Are A Woman In Business A Lot Can Be Misinterpreted”

Nadia Yaakoubi began her international career in additive manufacturing in 2014.

Satori 3D Printer Launches With A Powerful Strategy

I spoke with Chengxi Wang of Satori to find out more about their newly launched resin 3D printer.

Audrey Van De Castle: “With Knowledge And Access To Tools You Can Accomplish Anything”

Corporate makerspaces have become little-known leaders in innovation, workforce development, and creativity, and are also often the starting point for corporate additive manufacturing adoption.

SOLIDWORKS’ CEO: “We Will Never Fight With a Low Price as an Argument for PLM in the Cloud”

One of the secrets behind Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS’ journey to becoming a world-leading software in the mainstream desktop 3D CAD arena is its sensitivity to users’ wishes.

Mariya Gelman: “What Will Drive The Success Of 3D Printing Is Breakthrough Applications”

Mariya Gelman is a Research and Development Manager in HP’s 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing Business.

An Inside Look At Covestro’s Acquisition Of DSM Additive Manufacturing

Last week, a major deal was announced as Covestro is acquiring business units from DSM, including the additive manufacturing business. We go to the source for more information on what that means for our industry.

What I Learned From The Final Words Of Scott Crump

I just finished reading a fascinating interview with Scott Crump, one of the earliest pioneers of 3D printing, and the inventor of the extrusion process.

Meet 3DPrinterOS’ New CEO: Michelle Bockman Shares A Vision For Scaling Enterprise Growth

3D printing workflow management company 3DPrinterOS has appointed a new CEO; we catch up with Michelle Bockman for a chat about what’s next for the team.

Amy Elliott: “Question The Norm!”

Dr. Amy Elliott is a full research staff at Oak Ridge National Lab where she serves as principle investigator for binder jet additive manufacturing (AM).

Kate Serralde: “My Creative Approach Is A Tool That Allows Me To See Infinite Solutions To Problems”

Kate Serralde is building a 3D printing medical program for one of the largest universities in the state of Texas, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTHHSC).