3D Printing Electronics Conference 2018
2018-01-23 | High Tech Campus, Eindhoven, Netherlands
3D Printing Electronics Conference 2018
The next 3D Printing Electronics Conference 2018, that year already in its 5th edition, will be held on January 23, 2018 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
3D printing: Growing in Detail and Perfection
3D printing has come a long way. Single material became multi-material with an ever-growing degree of detail and perfection. But that was just the beginning. As the world of 3D printing is evolving, electronics also joined the emerging fabrication field and are quickly becoming a new player.
Printed samples from a variety of industries where 3D printed electronics can be applied.
Functional elements such as sensors and switches are now being integrated into 3D printed products, paving the way for exciting new markets, applications and opportunities.
“3D printing is paving the way for exciting new markets, applications & opportunities”
3D Printing Electronics Conference 2018: Thought Leaders show their Knowledge and Expertise
Thought leaders of this emerging market are converging in Eindhoven during the 3D Printing Electronics Conference 2018 to share their knowledge and expertise. Learn about 3D printed embedded electronics in cars, pended optics and the 3D-manufacturing of smartphone antenna’s.
Crossroad of Science Technology and Business
On the crossroads of science, technology and business in 3D printing electronics they will fill you in on the latest breakthroughs, cutting edge research and business opportunities. Visit the upcoming edition of the 3D Printing Electronics Conference to share knowledge, create new partnerships and network actively.
Focus topics for the conference include:
Various aspects involving 3D printed electronics, such as:
combining functional elements such as electronics (sensors or switches) into a 3D printed product hybrid processes that integrate electronics onto or within 3D printed parts Challenges Future prospects.
3DP Electronics Conference: Who should attend?
Decision makers in the industrial value chain are kindly encouraged to join this next session of the conference.
♦ CTO’s and COO’s of OEMs, managers of (high tech) suppliers and subcontractors
♦ Procurement managers
♦ Design & engineering experts
♦ Professionals involved in developing electronic products, such as product designers, engineers, product managers, (consumer) electronics manufacturers, software developers and ‘internet of things’ (IoT) system integrators
And finally, anyone curious about new technologies and developments in the 3D printing industry.
Pictures in this post are sourced from the 3DP Electronics website.

3D Printing Asia 2018 (Asiamold 2018 Zone)
2018-03-04 - 2018-03-08 | China Import and Export Fair Complex, 380 Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou, Haizhu District, China
3D Printing Asia 2018
Asiamold 2018 and 3D Printing Asia 2018 play an important role in introducing mould, die casting and additive fabrication solutions to the Southern China regions. The both events form together a prominent business platform for mold-making and tooling, design and application development. The 2017 edition was reported by Messe Frankfurt to be another incredible success.

A glance of what you may expect at the 2018 edition:
3D Printing Hardware
3D production printers, Personal 3D printers, Rapid prototyping manufacturing equipment, Laser rapid prototyping machines, Injection moulding machines, 3D printer accessories.
3D Scanning & Software
3D scanners, 3D measurement equipment, 3D measuring machines, 3D laser detection systems, Photography measurement systems, 3D laser engraving machines, 3D imaging systems, Laser tracker machines, CAD/CAM systems CAD/CAM, Reverse engineering software, 3D scanning software, 3D design software
3D Printing Materials
Light-sensitive resin, Plastic powder (nylon, glass fibre-reinforced nylon, carbon fibre-reinforced nylon, aluminium powder nylon, PEEK), Metal powder (mould steel, titanium alloy, aluminium alloy, CoCrMo alloy, iron nickel alloy), Surface treatment products

3D Printing Services
3D printing, Rapid prototyping and model making, other rapid prototyping and reverse engineering services.
Past 3D Printing Asia Events
At this site, there is a variety of summaries and show updates available from the latest 3D Printing Asia and Asiamold events:

♦ Asiamold 2016 Preview
♦ 3D Printing Asia Expo 2016
♦ 3D Printing Asia 2017 Highlights
♦ Asiamold 2017 Review

More information on the 3D Printing Asia 2018 show and Asiamold 2018 is available at www.asiamold-china.com & www.3dprintingasiaexpo.com.

RapidPro 2018
2018-03-07 - 2018-03-08 | NH Conference Centre Koningshof, Locht 117, Veldhoven, 5504 RM, Netherlands
RAPIDPRO 2018: THE trade show for Prototyping – Production and Product Development

The product development cycle comes along with specific challenges. Making the right choices is essential for the success of a project. What technologies are most suitable when scaling a project from prototyping to production? Low volume productions, rapid prototyping, on demand production are important project steps. RapidPro 2018 aims to provide engineers to valuable insights.
Mass Customization and Low Production Volumes
During the 8th edition of the event, held on March 7 and 8, 2018, the latest developments with focus on industrialization and tooling are brought closer to you.
Especially those products that will not be produced in masses, require a certain grade of flexibility and production of customized batches. What kind of technologies are available? What rapid prototyping options do we have?

Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Various additive manufacturing technologies come to the scene. Think about 3D printing, laser cladding, Fused Deposition Modelling, EBM and Selective Laser Sintering. But also CNC machining, molding and vacuum casting. In addition, solutions as virtual prototyping, metrology, quality assurance and software are important to close the engineering cycle.
RapidPro 2018 is a must visit event for Benelux professionals in product design and engineering.

4D Printing Meta Materials Conference 2018
2018-04-18 | Brightlands Chemelot Conference Center, Urmonderbaan 22, Geleen, 6163 , Netherlands
4D Printing Meta Materials Conference 2018: At the Edge of New Materials

Making and utilizing new materials to improve our life is feature of mankind. Now we have arrived at the ‘age of plastics’, where technological breakthroughs allow us to create, investigate and dream of a total new range of structured forms of matter. The 4D Printing Meta Materials aims to provide insights in the emerging fields of 4D printing.

4D Printing Meta Materials: Create New forms of Matter
These are highly promising disciplines which develop in a synergistic manner, aiming to create entirely new forms of matter, leading to applications that were not seen and conceived before. The 4D Printing Meta Materials Conference will not only cover the academic results but will show how designers and engineers will see future applications and new markets.
Relevance for Engineers and Designers
These fields offer not only tremendous opportunities for engineers but also for designers as many new applications will arise. Smart materials will solve design/engineering problems, which often arise from limitations of current materials. Applications can range from new materials for shoes and wearables, to applications in robotics and new type of sensors.
Platform and Information Interface
The 4D Printing Meta Materials Conference is a platform and information interface enabling an exchange of informations on market requirements, research interests and current results, skills and resources as well as facilitating the building of future partnerships.

Academics, engineers, designers, and managers are invited to lecture on their state-of-the-art developments and future prospects or display their products and offers as exhibitor.
In fact, the conference is open and of interest to anyone who sees potential in 4D Printing and Meta Materials! Please refer to the event website for more information.

On Apr 17, at the same location, 3D Printing Materials Conference & 3D Printing Design & Engineering Conference will take place.

FMTX 2018
2018-06-14 | 7A Odenplan, Norrtullsgatan 6, Stockholm, 113 22, Sweden
FMTX 2018: Future Manufacturing Technologies Expo
FMTX 2018 is an international knowledge exchange platform bringing together more than 200 high-level executives who play an active role in the development of Industry 4.0 within their organization.
Revolutionary Innovations and Products
The innovation of supply chains, utilizing artificial intelligence to improve productivity, the impact of the Internet of Things on systems management, digital twin technology, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in manufacturing and aftermarket simulation and 3D printing are just some of the innovations that will revolutionize how products are developed and produced.
Get ready for the 4th Industrial Revolution!
Be among the first who discover the newest and most disruptive manufacturing solutions and take this opportunity to make great business connections!

Additive International 2018
2018-07-10 - 2018-07-12 | The University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Additive International 2018
Additive International 2018, held on July 10-12 in Nottingham, provides two days of cutting-edge research in Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing. Now in its 13th year, the summit brings together leaders from academia and industry to share knowledge and ideas.
The summit is comprised of a carefully curated conference, with a parallel exhibition of AM technology providers and an event dinner. Held at the Belfry Hotel Nottingham, it is the ideal location to strengthen your network in a relaxed environment, with all conference activities and accommodation under one roof.
The conference brings forth a selection of the best industry speakers on additive manufacturing.
Additive International 2018 Speakers
The speakers at this year’s conference are experts in their field, delivering real insights into Additive Manufacturing. Representing the very best of academic research and industrial practice, they will present the latest thinking and technology developments, cutting through the hype.
The event is powered by The Nottingham University Center for Additive Manufacturing and The Engineer.

Prototyping 2018
2018-11-07 - 2018-11-08 | Texas
Prototyping 2018: Tools and Materials for Industrial Product Development from Idea to Production-Ready Design
Prototyping 2018, organized by Kortrijk XPO and Howest Industrial Design Center, takes place on 7 and 8 November 2018 in the Kortrijk XPO, Belgium. Following a couple of successful editions over the recent years, the PROTOTYPING trade fair is designed for everyone in the field of product development.
From Ideas to Market-Ready Products
The focus is on the whole design process, from the original idea through to setting up a business model and actual production in a pilot run or small series. You will find companies and research centers here with the technologies, materials, tools & techniques to make your ideas materialize.

For further details, please refer to the official Prototyping Expo event website, or have a look at the Prototyping 2017 page.

AM Integrated Factory Conference
2018-12-04 | Brightlands Chemelot Campus, Center Court, Chemelot Gate 2, Urmonderbaan 22, Sittard-Geleen, 6167 RD, Netherlands
AM Integrated Factory Conference: Integrate AM into your manufacturing process
With the growth of AM, more and more organisations are starting to look at the possibilities to integrate this technology in their manufacturing processes. There are many manufacturers who would like to be able to offer more individualization of the products they manufacture. One of the core advantages that AM has is that its a digital technology. The AM Integrated Factory Conference 2018 aims to bring together experts from the additive manufacturing field and address actual market trends.
Trends in Additive Manufacturing
Three trends are visible, which overlap each other as well :

Use of Hybrid manufacturing (systems where additive and subtractive manufacturing are combined in the same machine)
Implemention of AM systems as part of an end-to-end production workflow (including: material handling systems, multiple additive manufacturing systems, part handling systems, part cleaning systems, curing/heat treatment systems, support/powder removal and recycling systems, part inspection systems and part finishing systems)
Implementation of AM systems in the ‘traditional’ production processes (in other words, building a complete production chain with several state-of-the-art production technologies like milling, robots, welding, Additive Manufacturing and more).

Transition at Software Level
This integration requires is a transition at software level as well with CAD/CAM/CAE software feeding into Simulation, MES (manufacturing execution systems) and PLM software tools. This conference covers the developments going on in further integration of AM in production processes, and how to act upon.
AM Integrated Factory Conference Program
For an overview of the half a day conference program, click here. The AM Integrated Factory Conference (13:30 hrs – 17:00 hrs) takes place at the same location and date as the 3D Printing Post-Processing Conference (09:00 hrs – 12:30 hrs), you can register for one or both of these two half-day conferences.

3D Printing Post Processing Conference
2018-12-04 | Texas
3D Printing Post Processing Conference: Integration of Additive Manufacturing into your manufacturing process
There are many manufacturers who would like to be able to offer more individualization of the products they manufacture. With the growth of Additive Manufacturing, more and more organisations are starting to look at the possibilities to integrate this technology in their manufacturing processes. One of the core advantages that AM has is that its digital technology. It is completely CAD/CAM-based.
Trends in AM Growth
Three trends are visible, which overlap each other as well :

Use of Hybrid manufacturing (systems where additive and subtractive manufacturing are combined in the same machine)
Implementation of AM systems as part of an end-to-end production workflow (including: material handling systems, multiple additive manufacturing systems, part handling systems, part cleaning systems, curing/heat treatment systems, support/powder removal and recycling systems, part inspection systems and part finishing systems)
Implementation of AM systems in the ‘traditional’ production processes (in other words, building a complete production chain with several state-of-the-art production technologies like milling, robots, welding, Additive Manufacturing and more).

The integration of AM requires a transition at software level as well with CAD/CAM/CAE software feeding into Simulation, MES and PLM software tools.

The conference covers the developments going on in further integration of AM in production processes, and how to act upon.
Program & Conferences
For an overview of the half a day conference program, please click here. The AM Integrated Factory Conference (13:30 hrs – 17:00 hrs) takes place at the same location and date as the 3D Printing Post-Processing Conference (09:00 hrs – 12:30 hrs), you can register for one or both of these two half-day conferences.

3D Printing Electronics Conference 2019
2019-01-22 | High Tech Campus, Eindhoven, Netherlands
3D Printing Electronics Conference 2019: Electronics Become a Key-Player
As the world of 3D printing is evolving, electronics is quickly becoming a new key player. Functional elements such as sensors and switches are now being integrated into 3D-printed products, paving the way for exciting new markets, applications and opportunities.
Thought Leaders get Together
Thought leaders of this emerging market are converging in Eindhoven during the 3D Printing Electronics Conference to share their knowledge and expertise. Learn about 3D-printed embedded electronics in cars, printed optics and the 3D-manufacturing of smartphone antenna’s.

“Combining the flexibility of 3D printing technologies with the flexibility of electronics creates a new manufacturing paradigm for products with integrated electronic functionalities”

On the crossroads of science, technology and business in 3D-printing electronics, they will fill you in on the latest breakthroughs, cutting-edge research and business opportunities.
Various printed electronics will be on display at the 3D Printing Electronics Conference 2019.
Platform for Interests & Info Exchanges
The 3D Printing Electronics Conference 2019 is a platform and information interface enabling an exchange of information on market requirements, research interests and current results, skills and resources as well as facilitating the building of future partnerships.

Academics, engineers, designers, and managers are kindly invited to the event to lecture on their state-of-the-art developments and future prospects or display their products and offers as exhibitor.

FMTX 2019
2019-05-28 | MalmöMässan Exhibition and Congress Center, Mässgatan 6 Mässgatan 6,, Malmö, 215 32, Sweden
FMTX 2019 & 3D Printing Live: Two Leading Events join Forces to become the Nordics largest Event for Disruptive Manufacturing
After four successful editions of 3D Printing Live in Copenhagen and a great launch of Future Manufacturing Technologies Exhibition in Stockholm – the events are brought together in Malmö to create the Nordic Platform for Manufacturing Innovation.
FMTX 2019: Interactive Exhibition with Cutting-Edge Content
FMTX 2019 will bring together 60+ speakers, 500+ attendees, an interactive exhibition & 4 stages of cutting-edge content:
3D Printing Live – Industrial IoT & Data – Automation & Smart Factory – InnovationX.
Showcasing 4 stages of cutting-edge content this edition of FMTX will put groundbreaking technology & new business models at the heart of the revolution.
Industry 4.0 offers manufacturers the opportunity to revolutionise the making of products. At every stage of the product lifecycle new techniques & technologies can be utilised to improve productivity, efficiency and to create new business models.
FMTX 2019 will showcase the very latest industry 4.0 case studies from manufacturers across Europe. The event is organized by Go.Konnect and will run on May 28, 2018 in Malmö, Sweden.

Automotive 3D Printing Conference 2019
2019-06-05 | Texas
Automotive 3D Printing Conference 2019: In Support of Smart Mobility Requirements
The arrival of 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing has changed the landscape of the automotive industry over the last decade. Leading automotive brands and their suppliers in the complete value chain exploit this technology now for different purposes. The Automotive 3D Printing Conference 2019, organized by Jakajima, aims to address the current challenges and best practices for automotive professionals.
Automotive 3D Printing: Enabler For Smart Mobility
3D Printing offers the perfect capabilities for unique part construction, optimization of weight, energy-absorbing designs and the creation of smart components.
3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing will be an enabler for the industry to adapt towards the new smart mobility requirements in various areas.

New Services: From Experiments to Experience

Mass customisation
Customer-centric solutions
Improved functionality and new form factors not previously possible

A breath of fresh air:

Developing lighter constructions
Integrated 3D Printed Electronics which leads to weight reduction

Enhanced efficiency of freight transport:

Faster response to market changes, with localised production both for spare parts / after sales;
No large inventory of parts or products.

In addition, 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing improves processes and reduces costs for:

Prototyping
Initial Design Stages
Development / Validation Phase
Tooling (pre-production)
Production
Manufacturing aids (f.i. custom tools, jigs, fixtures)
Medium-sized production runs

The Conference, which covers the above topics, offers smart mobility / automotive professionals the chance to learn about and to look at challenges/opportunities from different perspectives using 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing in their professional use.
Who should attend the Automotive 3D Printing Conference 2019?
Any person who is involved in smart mobility and/or in the value chain of creating/manufacturing automotive products/services, from designer to engineer, from researcher to automotive supplier, from toolmaker to software developer and from quality control to production.
We invite you to visit the conference website to find out why you should attend the conference.

Expo F 2019
2019-07-25 - 2019-07-27 | ATLAPA Convention Center, Av 5 B Sur, Panamá City, Panama
Expo F 2019 – The International Trade Fair for Hardware, Tools & Construction Materials
Expo F, the global hardware, tools, and construction materials fair will hold its 3rd edition at ATLAPA Convention Center in Panama from July 25 to 27, 2019. Serving the Latin America & the Caribbean regions, Expo F aims to be an effective platform to help boost the region’s hardware and construction industry, as well as to provide a gate for international exhibitors to tap into this fast-emerging market.

3D printer show at Expo F and InterLumi Panama
All the details are ready for the 3D printers show to be held at Expo F, the International Trade Fair for Hardware Tools & Construction Materials in Panama City, Panama, on July 25 to 27.
The 3D printers show is organized by Universidad Latina de Panama, MecaMaker and America Expo Group, its objective is to encourage the use of new technologies and innovations during the international shows Expo F and InterLumi Panama 2019.
Interlumi Panama and Expo F 2019
For the first time InterLumi Panama and Expo F will be held simultaneously, at ATLAPA Convention Center, bringing together the most important brands of the lighting, renewable energy, hardware and construction materials industries in more than 8,000 square meters of exhibition.
The show is open to the public in general, there will be product demonstrations and training on the best uses of 3D printers. The demonstrations will take place during the three days of the show.

Prototyping Xpo 2020
2020-02-05 - 2020-02-06 | Kortrijk Xpo, Doorniksesteenweg 216, Kortrijk, Belgium
Prototyping Xpo 2020: Advanced Prototyping and Industrial Production Technology from A-Z
Prototyping Xpo 2020, the networking trade show for designing and prototyping industrial components and products, and MNE (Machineering Network Event) are combining their concepts, strengths and knowledge for the first time at Prototyping + MNE 2020 in Kortrijk Xpo.
Manufacturing Technology in Support of the 4th Industrial Revolution
The two networking trade shows, both specialising in manufacturing technology, welcomed 2,500 and 2,800 visitors respectively during their latest editions.

And now, they are about to make a quantum leap together in the spring of 2020, which will be a pivotal year, as it will mark the first milestone of the 4th Industrial Revolution, according to Industry 4.0’s strategic plan.

“Prototyping 2020 and MNE: Two Successful National Making Trade Shows in the “make””

Optimal Synergy: Engineering and Manufacture from A to Z
The 84 exhibitors of Prototyping Xpo 2020 and the 150 exhibitors of MNE will undoubtedly be delighted with this fantastic opportunity. This combination of 2 established trade shows will indeed become the place to be for many interested C-levels and department heads from engineering, production, maintenance, quality control, assembly and supply chain.

The synergy is clear: more exhibitors, more products, more visitors, plus an outstanding program of side events at the trade show ‘for engineering and manufacturing from A to Z’.

3D Printing Value Chain Event 2020
2020-04-21 - 2020-04-22 | Brightlands Chemelot Campus, Center Court, Chemelot Gate 2, Urmonderbaan 22, Sittard-Geleen, 6167 RD, Netherlands
3D Printing Value Chain Event 2020
Despite the innovative developments in 3D printing, the mindset of engineers in the industry remains often linked to traditional production methods. The 3D Printing Value Chain Event 2020 has a special focus on this aspect, aiming to provide the necessary tools to make the transition easier not only for engineers but for the entire chain.
3D Printing Value Chain Event 2020
Accordingly, the event covers various and complex aspects of 3D printing from design to end-product and includes conferences dedicated to key value chain components.
The 3D Printing Value Chain Event 2020 covers 3D printing from design to end-product.
The focus topic is Additive Manufacturing – 3D Printing of polymers, with the following related topics:
▪ Advances in 3D printing and additive manufacturing technology
▪ Additive manufacturing and 3D Printing Design & Engineering issues
▪ Rapid product development
▪ Polymers and properties for 3D Printing
▪ Developments on polymers for 3D Printing
▪ 3D image processing and visualization
▪ Challenges in 3D printing for polymers
▪ 3D Printing Post Processing of Polymers
▪ 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing
▪ Integrated Manufacturing
▪ Nanocomposite and high-performance polymer
The platform covers various and complex aspects of 3D printing from design to end-product and includes conferences dedicated to the following value chain components.

The event hosts dedicated conferences and an expo:
▪ 3D Printing Design & Engineering
▪ 3D Printing Materials
▪ 3D Print / Build
▪ 3D Printing Post-processing
▪ AM Integrated Factories
Academics, engineers, designers, and managers are invited to lecture on their state-of-the-art developments and future prospects or display their products and offers as exhibitors.
Who should attend the event?
Any person who is involved in the value chain of creating/manufacturing a product using 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing, from designer to engineer, from researcher to 3D printer manufacturer, from material manufacturer to software developer and from quality control to production.
The two-day conference and expo runs on April 21-22, 2020 at the Brightlands Chemelot Campus in Geleen, The Netherlands.

Online Fachtagung 3D-Druck in der Kunststoffverarbeitung
2020-09-09 - 2020-09-10 | Online Event
Fachtagung 3D-Druck in der Kunststoffverarbeitung
The development of 3D printing is making giant leaps forward. Printed components are increasingly used in functional applications, and no longer used just as simple spare parts. To inform, guide, and direct users from the plastics industries to the appropriate technologies, the Kunststoff Institut in Lüdenscheid organizes the ‘Fachtagung 3D-Druck in der Kunststoffverarbeitung’, an online seminar on 3D Printing for Plastics Professionals.
3D Printing in Plastics Processing Industries
The developments and optimizations of the various technologies of additive manufacturing always open up new ways and possibilities. Components functions dish, optically appealing and also economically interesting reassembly. This potential can be taken from users in many ways. However, it is also important to know the borders precisely and assess them reliably.
The Latest on Modern Manufacturing Systems and Applications
The symposium on the topic of 3D printing in plastics processing gives a comprehensive overview of the latest news and developments in the fields of modern manufacturing systems as well as the possible applications of additive manufacturing. In addition to technological innovations, experience reports from already successful and established users also run the program.
You can find more information on the program for ‘Fachtagung 3D-Druck in der Kunststoffverarbeitung’, its speakers, and content online at the KFI website.

FMTX 2020
2020-09-16 | Online Event
FMTX 2020: Advanced Manufacturing for the Smart Factory
The online edition of FMTX is just under 4 weeks away – bringing together speakers from manufacturers across Europe to showcase the very latest developments in industry 4.0.
Find out how Stora Enso is embracing technology to transform from a paper & pulp company to sustainable renewable materials company. Get an inside understanding of how BMW are using autonomous mobile robots to future proof their logistics. These are just two of the cutting edge case studies you will hear at FMTX 2020.
Industry 4.0 – Changing the Future of Manufacture
Industry 4.0 is changing the future of manufacturing, but it is not only about technology. How can you secure buy-in from senior management that the digital transformation of your manufacturing process will give you a competitive edge?
What new business models could be developed through the use of industry 4.0 technologies? FMTX 2020 will bring questions like these into the foreground to put you at the cutting edge of future developments.
What participants say about FMTX 2019:
“A valuable insight into how industry 4.0 will impact the future of manufacturing. Looking forward to next year!”
“It was awesome to listen to a panel of so passionate and experienced speakers. The keynotes, talks and discussions have been truly amazing, inspiring and energizing.”
“A great conference for companies to attend, before making the jump into Additive Manufacturing“
The FMTX2020 event is coming to a device near you on 16th September. To register and see the full program and speakers pleaser refer to the official event website.

IESNYC 3D Printing Event For Lighting Professionals
2020-09-16 | Online Event
IESNYC 3D Printing Event
Join IES New York City for an exciting and informative webinar on 3D Printing led by industry professionals. Find out how 3D technology is affecting the lighting industry: The process, the possibilities, and how 3D Printing is shaping the future of lighting. The IESNYC 3D Printing Event is free to attend, registration is required.
IESNYC 3D Printing Event
The IESNYC 3D Printing Event program will provide a comprehensive overview of Additive Manufacturing — also known as 3D printing — followed by an in-depth panel discussion about the different processes, equipment, and materials used in the production of a three-dimensional object, with emphasis on how to produce a variety of luminaire components, as well as the latest trends.
The Revolution of Light Manufacture
Featuring John Fox, President of ASCENTI LIGHTING, as a panelist, you can watch as John details how 3D printing has revolutionized their custom lighting manufacturing processes, enhancing speed, accuracy and flexibility in fixture design and production. During his portion of the presentation, John will showcase a step-by-step foray into the 3D process, display an array of previously printed samples, as well as some ACTION video showing 3D parts being produced.
The Power of Additive Manufacturing
With the power of Additive Manufacturing, one can quickly form multiple prototypes to verify fit, function, and aesthetics prior to mass production. 3D capabilities can even be further utilized for quick on-site mock-ups or use the 3D printers for rapid or low-volume production scenarios. Discover why additive manufacturing is a vital capability for lighting manufacturers, now and in the future.
Join the webinar – experience 3D printing
Join the exciting webinar on 3D printing, and see the 3D printing process in action and learn how this technology has streamlined lighting manufacturing in today’s ever-changing marketplace.
The presentation will be supported with video clips so attendees can get a first-hand view of the 3D printing process in action! The event is hosted by the IES, New York City.
Registration for the event is required, please refer to the IES website to have yourself listed!

Online LRC Course 3D Printing for Lighting Professionals
2020-09-30 - 2020-11-18 | Online Event
Discover the Future of Lighting: Online LRC Course 3D Printing
The Lighting Research Center is sharing its knowledge to date in a six-week, interactive, online course on the application of 3D printing to the design, development, and manufacturing of lighting components and products. The LRC Course 3D Printing will begin on September 30, 2020, and will run through November 18, 2020.
Designed for Lighting Professionals
The course is designed for professionals from the lighting, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and related industries to understand the possibilities of 3D printing for lighting and to learn more about each industry’s needs and capabilities.
Importance of the Course:

Industry leader, Govi Rao discusses the importance of 3D printing to lighting, and the LRC’s education on this topic.
Target Groups
The course is focussing on professionals in lighting and related industries, more specifically:

Professionals from the lighting industry interested in learning more about the use of 3D printing in the design, development, and manufacturing of lighting components and products.
Professionals from the 3D printing industry interested in the application of 3D printing technology to lighting.
Anyone who wants to better understand the possibilities and impacts of 3D printing in lighting product lines, including:- Equipment and materials manufacturers
– Product and innovation managers
– Industrial designers
– Engineers
– Product developers
– Research and development professionals

Course Objectives
At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:

Appraise the value of 3D printing for manufacturing lighting systems;
Understand the 3D printing process from design to manufacture and post-production of components as it applies to lighting systems;
Characterize the lighting market size; the performance requirements of electrical, mechanical, optical, and thermal components in lighting systems; and the needs of different lighting applications;
Compare the most common methods of 3D printing technologies and processes, and the pros and cons of each related to the fabrication of various lighting components;
Assess material, print parameter, and finishing requirements for lighting fixture components and systems;
Design, characterize and optimize a 3D-printed component for a lighting fixture;
Test, evaluate, and quantify the performance of 3D-printed lighting components.

Course Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded a certificate from the Lighting Research Center including 15 continuing education units (CEUs).
LRC Course 3D Printing Description and Schedule
The course will provide training in the application of 3D printing to the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of lighting system components, and give participants the knowledge and skills needed to begin applying this technology in their own companies.
A more detailed schedule of course activities, presentations, and assignments will be provided upon registration for the course.
Please have a look at the LRC Online Course pages or just contact LRC’s Director of Educational Programs, Daniel Frering, at frerid@rpi.edu directly to learn more.

3D Printing Electronics Conference 2021
2021-01-21 | Online Event
3D Printing Electronics Conference 2021

The 3D Printing Electronics Conference 2021 is a platform and information interface enabling an exchange of information on market requirements, research interests, and current results, skills and resources as well as facilitating the building of future partnerships. Academics, engineers, designers, and managers are invited to lecture on their state-of-the-art developments and future prospects or display their products and offers as exhibitor.
Evolving Capabilities in Printed Electronics
As the world of 3D printing is evolving, electronics is quickly becoming a new key player. Functional elements such as sensors, switches and printed circuit boards are now being integrated into 3D-printed products, paving the way for exciting new markets, applications and opportunities.

3D Printing Electronics Conference 2021
On the crossroads of science, technology and business in 3D-printing electronics the speakers they will fill you in on the latest breakthroughs, cutting edge research and business opportunities. Learn about 3D-printed embedded electronics in cars, pended custom optics, new forms of Printed Circuit Boards and the volume manufacturing of electronics.
Focus topics:

Various aspects involving (3D) printed electronics, such as:

combining functional elements such as electronics (sensors or switches) into a (3D) printed product hybrid / printed circuit boards
processes that integrate electronics onto or within 3D printed parts
3D Printed Optics / Photonics

Challenges for manufacturers / engineers / researchers
Future prospects / applications

Who attends?

Decision-makers in the industrial electronics supply chain, such as CTO’s and COO’s of OEMs, managers of (high tech) suppliers and subcontractors
PCB manufacturers (Engineering, Design, Production etc.)
Semicon Industry
Procurement management
Investors
Design & engineering experts
Professionals involved in developing electronic products, such as product designers, engineers, product managers, (consumer) electronics manufacturers, software developers and ‘internet of things’ system integrators
Anyone curious about new technologies and developments in the (3D)printing electronics/optics/photonics industry.

This conference organized by Jakajima, is one in a series of 3D Printing Conferences.

2021 DOE Lighting R&D Workshop
2021-02-01 - 2021-02-04 | Texas
2021 DOE Lighting R&D Workshop
Recent events have changed how we live and work, with potentially profound and long-lasting impacts. Lighting technology is already in the midst of a monumental shift to solid-state sources, a shift that continues to redefine lighting and related energy savings, and to open new doors to improved understanding of how light affects human well-being and what functions and services lighting can provide. The 2021 DOE Lighting R&D Workshop aims to address the challenges in the shifting Lighting R&D landscape.
R&D for Future Lighting Systems
At the same time, digitalization is driving change throughout the built environment, impacting every phase from initial design through operation and maintenance, and everything from devices to buildings to cities.
Future lighting systems have the potential to be more energy-efficient, flexible, and controllable, improve our well-being and productivity, streamline maintenance, reduce negative environmental impacts, and increase U.S. technology leadership in research and development of high-quality lighting products.
Virtual 2021 DOE Lighting R&D Workshop
Join the U.S. Department of Energy and the Illuminating Engineering Society at the 18th annual Lighting R&D Workshop, February 1-4, 2021, where top lighting scientists and industry thought leaders will gather to share progress, challenges, ideas, and solutions to shape the future of lighting. The DOE Workshop will once again be co-sponsored by the IES, leveraging the long-term partnership between DOE and IES to advance the quality and efficiency of lighting through science and engineering.

The 2021 workshop will be virtual, and free to attend.
Some of the content you’ve come to expect:

Interactive expert panel discussions dissect complex science and technology issues, identify future research needs, and unlock the full potential of advanced lighting solutions.
A dynamic poster session offers opportunities for one-on-one conversation, as DOE-funded researchers share their work, discuss potential future collaborations, and network.
Topic table sessions solicit inputs that inform planning for future research.
Networking sessions enable attendees to get to know each other more informally.

Student Poster and Design Competition
The 2021 Lighting R&D Workshop is accompanied by the 2021 Student Poster and Design Competition. The work was so impressive that the judges awarded even a third grand prize winner! Congratulations to the following students — be sure to check out their work on Tuesday, February 2.
2021 Edition Workshop Agenda
You can view and download the agenda for the 2021 DOE Lighting R&D Workshop .

3D Printing for Lighting Online Course
2021-09-08 - 2021-10-20 | Online Event
3D Printing for Lighting Online Course
This interactive online course is designed for professionals from the lighting, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and related industries to understand the possibilities of 3D printing for lighting and to learn more about each industry’s needs and capabilities.

Course Description and Schedule
The course will provide training in the application of 3D printing to the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of lighting system components, and give participants the knowledge and skills needed to begin applying this technology in their own companies.
There will be both weekly, in-person instruction hosted by course faculty (i.e., weekly, approximately two- to three-hour live, interactive sessions), via an internet-based conferencing system, as well as supplemental activities and assignments to be completed by course participants throughout the six-week course period.
Hands-On 3D Printing Course
Course instruction will include collaborative, hands-on activities using physical components and parts provided by the Lighting Research Center. Course participants will work interactively with course faculty in live, remote laboratory sessions. Participants will also design components that will be additively manufactured at the LRC and returned to participants for evaluation as part of the course sessions.
Course Dates
The course will begin on September 8, 2021, and will run through October 20, 2021. Classes will meet on six Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM US Eastern Time. A more detailed schedule of course activities, presentations, and assignments will be provided upon registration for the course.
Register here: https://www.lrc.rpi.edu/education/outreachEducation/3d.asp#.YPGZ1JhKjAU

3D production Days 2022
2022-06-22 - 2022-06-23 | Klokgebouw, Eindhoven, Netherlands
3D Production Days 2022
3D production techniques are here to stay. During the 3D Production Days 2022, four Mikrocentrum events will join forces under one roof: RapidPro, the MBD Solutions Event, Virtual (R)evolution and the Smart Maintenance Congress.
3D production Days 2022: Entire Value Chain Presence
From 3D model to end product: the 3D production Days offers a complete overview of the entire 3D value chain. In fact, all aspects of 3D production are covered: the 3D drawing with product and manufacturing information (PMI), 3D scanning, rapid prototyping, 3D simulation, 3D printing / Additive Manufacturing, postprocessing and 3D visualization.
The 3D Production Days at a glance:
RapidPro – 3D scanning, prototyping, 3D printing and other Additive Manufacturing techniques
Which technologies are most suitable when your product concept moves to prototyping and final production? During RapidPro you will be able to discover a wide range of 3D production techniques. Think of 3D scanning, 3D printing (plastic and metal), laser cladding, FDM, EBM and SLS. But also techniques such as CNC milling, casting and vacuum forming.

MBD Solutions Event – Model Based Definition/3D PMI, CAD/CAM/CAE, 3D TDP
Model Based Definition (MBD), also referred to as 3D PMI, is the latest revolution in the CAD/CAM/CAE-domain. After implementation of Model Based Definition, the next step includes about experiencing the advantages of these digital approaches. During the MBD Solutions Event, one may discover the various solutions for all of your 3D PMI challenges. To benefit optimally of 3D PMI one may need the correct tools, knowledge and support.
Virtual (R)evolution – 3D visualization, Virtual Realty, Augmented Realty, Mixed Reality and Digital Twin solutions for training, R&D and sales
Virtual, augmented and mixed reality are gaining terroory in various disciplines across the industry and look forward to a prospereous future. During the Virtual (R)evolution for Industry 2021 you will discover the latest about virtual, mixed and augmented reality technologies for your company. Content makers, software & hardware firms along with other professionals are displaying their capabilities for industry professionals. Experience VR, AR, and MR and get inspired through the extensive lecture program.
Smart Maintenance Congress – Virtual and Augmented Reality, sensors and (big) data analysis for maintenance
The Smart Maintenance Congres offers a complete and comprehensive overview of VR, AR, sensors and (big) data solutions for maintenance. During the Smart Maintenance Congres you will understand what predictive maintenance comes down to, inspired by experts sharing their best practices.
Part of the 3D Delta Week
The 3D Production Days take place during the novel ‘3D Delta Week’, an initiative pushed by Mikrocentrum, Brainport Development, Jakajima and Flam3D. Having an annual week as a ‘platform; , the organizers aim to promote the 3D Manufacturing industry both locally and internationally. The 3D Delta Week will take place from December 06-10.

Design to Manufacturing (D2M)
2022-09-21 - 2022-09-22 | Kortrijk Xpo, Doorniksesteenweg 216, Kortrijk, Belgium
Design to Manufacturing (D2M)
Industrialfairs, the organizer of five Belgian technology trade fairs, has joined forces with powering partners Agoria and Howest Industrial Design Center for a complete makeover of the Prototyping-MNE networking event.
Design to Manufacturing: Prototyping-MNE Successor
In 2020, Prototyping-MNE was the joint trade fair that emerged from the combination of Machineering Network Event (manufacturing technology) and Prototyping (industrial design and prototyping). The complementarity actually existed to some extent even when both events were organized separately, and during the previous joint edition, exhibitors and organizers were well aware of possible additional synergies for the future.
This edition confirmed once again that the exponential shift to Industry 4.0 and digitalization is rapidly transforming all business units (which were formerly autonomous silos where communication was often poor) of a future-oriented manufacturing organization into one interactive and agile ecosystem. The customer of tomorrow wants to do business with manufacturing companies that have a strong online presence and enable rapid design configuration and ordering, with a short time-to-market, well-organized supply chains and flexible stocks.
Design to Manufacturing (D2M) in Kortrijk. Image courtesy of D2M/Industrial Fairs
Design to Manufacturing (D2M) Visitor Profile
D2M is the networking event where both designers/product developers and production-related department heads find a representative range of solutions developed in the Benelux to connect all the dots between designing and manufacturing.
Typical visitors of D2M will include:
♦ Metal, PVC and composite processing and transformation
♦ Machine building, high-tech systems & mechatronics
♦ Industrial co-creation, design, product development
♦ Electronics, component and equipment construction, precision technology and precision industry
♦ Industrial subcontracting, Tier 1 & 2, manufacturing companies and sheltered workshops
♦ Aerospace & automotive industry, energy
♦ Manufacturing industry
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Smart Manufacturing and Digital Integration
In short, the new value chain of the smart manufacturing company requires a dynamic and digital integration of all relevant processes combined with the use of innovative production and design techniques. Departments such as design, engineering, rapid prototyping, planning, maintenance, production, supply chain, assembly, logistics, sales and aftersales are becoming one interactive platform of people and technologies. New technologies (such as generative design, additive manufacturing, connected and AI-driven manufacturing equipment, predictive maintenance, etc.) are increasingly being adopted throughout the industry.

3D Printing for Lighting Course 2022 (Online)
2022-11-02 - 2022-12-07 | Online
3D Printing for Lighting Course 2022
This live, interactive online course is designed for professionals from lighting, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and related industries to understand the possibilities of 3D printing for lighting applications and to learn more about each industry’s needs and capabilities. Learn about the latest insights from LRC researchers and 3D printing experts who are members of LRC’s ASSIST 3D Printing for Lighting Consortium, including HP, Stratasys, and Desktop Metal.
Additive Manufacturing for Lighting Professionals
Additive manufacturing (AM), more commonly known as 3D printing, is poised to revolutionize the lighting industry. Indeed, the revolution has already begun with a few manufacturers now offering 3D-printed lighting fixtures to the commercial market. Recently, the Biden administration has expressed its support for AM to address supply chain disruptions.
3D Printing for the Lighting Industry
It is expected that 3D printing will offer many benefits in the manufacturing of components for lighting systems, including fabrication of cost-effective unique parts that cannot be made using traditional manufacturing methods.
The Lighting Research Center (LRC) has been conducting research and development activities in the application of 3D printing to lighting since 2015. To share this knowledge and experience, the LRC is offering a five-week, interactive, online course on the application of 3D printing to the design, development, and manufacturing of lighting components and products.
3D Printer at work at Lighting Research Center. Image courtesy of Rensselaer LRC
Who should take the course?
Professionals from the lighting industry interested in learning more about the use of 3D printing in the design, development, and manufacturing of lighting components and products.
Professionals from the 3D printing industry interested in the application of 3D printing technology to lighting.
Anyone who wants to better understand the possibilities and impacts of 3D printing in lighting product lines, including:

Equipment and materials manufacturers
Product and innovation managers
Industrial designers
Engineers
Product developers
Research and development professionals

Course Objectives
At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:

Appraise the value of 3D printing for manufacturing lighting systems
Understand the 3D printing process from design to manufacture and post-production of components as it applies to lighting systems
Characterize the lighting market size; the performance requirements of electrical, mechanical, optical, and thermal components in lighting systems; and the needs of different lighting applications
Compare the most common methods of 3D printing processes and technologies, and the pros and cons of each related to the fabrication of various lighting components
Assess material, print parameter, and finishing requirements for lighting fixture components and systems
Design a 3D-printed component for a lighting fixture and learn the steps involved to characterize and optimize the designed component
Understand the process that goes into testing, evaluating, and quantifying the performance of 3D-printed lighting components

Course Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded a certificate from the Lighting Research Center including 15 continuing education units (CEUs).
Course Description and Schedule
The course will provide training in the application of 3D printing to the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of lighting system components, and give participants the knowledge and skills needed to begin applying this technology in their own companies.
There will be both weekly, in-person instruction hosted by course faculty, via an internet-based conferencing system, as well as supplemental activities and assignments to be completed by course participants throughout the five-week course period. Industry leaders will join LRC faculty to present updates on the state-of-the-art of additive manufacturing technologies .
Course instruction will include collaborative, hands-on activities using physical components and parts provided by the LRC. Course participants will work interactively with course faculty in live, remote laboratory sessions. Participants will also design components that will be additively manufactured at the LRC and returned to participants for evaluation as part of the course sessions.
3D Printing for Lighting Course 2022
The course will begin on November 2, 2022, and will run through December 7, 2022. Classes will meet on five Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM US Eastern Time. A more detailed schedule of course activities, presentations, and assignments will be provided upon registration for the course.

AM for Production 2023
2023-03-29 09:00 - 2023-03-30 17:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | Brabanthallen, Diezekade 2, 's-Hertogenbosch, Brabant, 5222 AK, Netherlands
AM for Production 2023: Celebrating the AM break-through in the (high-tech) Production Chain
Is Additive Manufacturing ready for the factory of the future? AM is in grande finale to break through in the high-tech and manufacturing industry. This layer-by-layer technology has made significant leaps forward over the last decade and has now advanced to a full-fledged manufacturing technology. Not only have great strides been made in terms of material use, accuracy, quality and standards, but the areas of application and possibilities for system integration have also grown enormously. Moreover, mass customization is becoming a reality thanks to AM, offering new opportunities to stay ahead in a highly competitive (world) market. AM for Production 2023 brings together the best of those worlds!
AM for Production 2023 – The AM Knowledge Meeting Place
With a strong focus on connection, substantive knowledge transfer, practical cases and supply chain integration, AM for Production 2023 is the new and annual AM networking event for high-tech and manufacturing industries.
As a professional in the high-tech and manufacturing industry, you will come into low-threshold contact with high-end AM machine builders, component suppliers, raw material suppliers, system integrators, peripherals, software and firmware suppliers, start-ups and knowledge and networking organizations.
Networking Event for High-tech and Manufacturing Companies
It is also the place where the entire chain comes together and where knowledge and experiences are shared to address challenges around integration of additive manufacturing in existing production environments, product development and engineering processes, among others.
Together we bring AM to high-tech and manufacturing production, come and experience it live at the AM for Production 2023 event.

Rapid.Tech 3D 2023
2023-05-09 - 2023-05-11 | Messe Erfurt, Gothaer Str. 34, Erfurt, 99094 , Germany
Rapid.Tech 3D 2023: Where Users meet Makers
For additive manufacture, the times of pure prototyping use are over. The emerging developments in equipment, materials and software over the recent years have been significant and now enable additive manufacturing with new quality parameters, including scaling-up to small and large volume series. Rapid.Tech 3D 2023 in Messe Erfurt, Germany, ties it all together.
Additive Manufacturing Technology
More and more series applications are becoming possible through the integration of additive manufacturing technology within the value chain – AM has long since opened up a large number of customer industries due to its flexibility.
Even the recent pandemic could not stop the positive trend – on the contrary: the restrictions on access to traditional manufacturing methods meant that additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly important for supply chains because it has shown how warehousing can be replaced through on-demand manufacturing.
Rapid.Tech 3D 2023
Just as AM brings different technologies together, Rapid.Tech 3D brings different players together: from machine manufacturers to software developers, and university lecturers to medium-sized manufacturing companies.

The Rapid.Tech 3D Specialist Conference
At the heart of Rapid.Tech 3D since day one, the focus of every innovation is the dialogue between experts and do-ers. At the Rapid.Tech 3D specialist conference, users meet developers and you too can join the discussion.
Topics that will move the 2023 congress include:
• Mobility
• Aviation
• AM science
• Medical
• Software
• Design
• New applications in AM
From May 9th to 11th, 2023, everyone who does not see AM as a dream of the future, but sets the tone, will meet at Rapid.Tech 3D. From research to finishing, international exhibitors present their solutions for all aspects of additive manufacturing and 3D printing at Rapid.Tech 3D.
Information and Access
Learn more at the event website, or download the event profile directly.

SPIE 3D Printing for Lighting Conference 2023
2023-08-20 - 2023-08-24 | Texas
SPIE 3D Printing for Lighting Conference 2023
A number of manufacturing industries are now seizing the opportunities that 3D printing/additive manufacture can provide in terms of novel designs, manufacturing versatility, and cost-effectiveness. Lighting is one of the emerging key industries, reason for the SPIE to organize a dedicated conference for it: SPIE 3D Printing for Lighting Conference 2023 in San Diego, United States.
3D Printing: From Prototyping to Production
In lighting, manufacturers have long used 3D printing for prototyping, but recent technology advancements in printers and materials have made it more feasible to use 3D printing to manufacture certain components for light fixtures. 3D printing offers the opportunity to design custom lighting components and fixtures on site and on-demand to suit the needs of the application and installation space, increasing satisfaction with the product.
Research and Novel Approaches: From Custom Optics to Mechanical Features
Realizing the benefits of 3D printing for lighting requires new, dynamic research that will identify the best methods and materials to produce high-quality, reliable custom lighting that is superior to traditionally made products. The thrust of this research must consider the thermal, optical, electrical, and mechanical needs of lighting systems and components, as well as testing and evaluation, in order to overcome current challenges and enable on-demand production at a reasonable cost.
An example of 3D printed lighting components: 3D printed optics. Image courtesy of Luximprint.
Examples of current issues for additively manufactured lighting include: investigation of materials with custom properties to print components that can serve end-use applications; understanding how dissimilar materials used in the same printer produce components with unique capabilities; and how printed components behave over time in lighting applications.
SPIE 3D Printing for Lighting Conference 2023
The SPIE 3D Printing for Lighting conference encompasses the wide range of topics related to the additive manufacturing of lighting. Technical and scientific papers related to the additive manufacturing of lighting components and systems, as well as overviews of the state-of-the-art are solicited. Research from different disciplines is encouraged.
The event runs from 20 – 24 August 2023 in San Diego, California, United States.
Paper submission and registration via: https://spie.org/opo/conferencedetails/3d-printing-for-lighting

Formnext Forum Austin 2023
2023-08-28 - 2023-08-30 | Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd., Austin,, Texas, 78704
Formnext Forum Austin 2023
Formnext Forum: America’s Event for Industrial AM Innovation. Austin is the first in a series of events to drive industrial 3D printing innovation and growth in the Americas. Hosted in one of the world’s most tech-forward manufacturing communities, Formnext Forum: Austin, will connect leaders from across the industrial additive manufacturing supply chain.
​Powered by a partnership between international AM industry leaders, Formnext, AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, and Gardner Business Media, Formnext Forum is the outcome of listening to the industrial additive manufacturing community to create something uniquely valuable to industrial AM.​

Formnext Forum Austin 2023: Education, Exhibits and Unique Experiences
From the exhibitors and attendees at Formnext and IMTS 2022 to the subscribers and visitors of Gardner Business Media, current and prospective AM businesses were clear on their wants and needs to succeed – and, those wants and needs have become the Formnext Forum: Austin foundation – education, exhibits and unique experiences that you cannot find at other events but that can be used to establish, enhance and evolve your AM business.
