Here you will regularly find a wide range of industry knowledge about additive manufacturing and 3D printing.
Whether it's spare parts, models, or creative projects, having your own 3D printer opens up a world of possibilities. But which device is right for your needs? Our guide shows you what to consider when purchasing – from printing technology to filament to budget.
Moisture in the filament can severely impact print quality. Filament dryers ensure consistently good results, prevent blistering, and extend the lifespan of the material—a must for anyone who wants to print with high quality and efficiency.
Industrial 3D printers are transforming manufacturing: They enable rapid prototyping, complex geometries, and sustainable production. Whether in aviation, medicine, or automotive engineering – they are key technologies for tomorrow's industries.
The 3D Pioneers Challenge (3DPC) celebrated its tenth anniversary with an impressive anniversary programme at rapid.tech 3D in Erfurt. For a decade now, the international competition has been a platform for pioneering developments in additive manufacturing.
21st rapid.tech 3D delivers high quality and a new level of networking
Award for Dr Dieter Schwarze and Dr Matthias Fockele at the 21st rapid.tech 3D
Day two of the 21st rapid.tech 3D with keynotes from Formula 1 and the automated AM factory, in-depth discussions at “expert tables” and in Technical Deep Dives tours, and a unique award
rapid.tech 3D shows its unbroken appeal in its 21st edition
Around 170 exhibitors and speakers from Germany and abroad will present the multifaceted world of additive manufacturing
21st rapid.tech 3D presents the multifaceted world of additive manufacturing – with a focus on innovative technologies, economic applications and future-oriented AM trends
Science Forum on 13 May 2025 presents AM innovations for today and tomorrow; evening Science Poster Slam offers opportunity for dialogue.
Dr. Stefan Kleszczynski has been organizing the selection process for scientific topics at rapid.tech 3D since 2016. Since 2023, the director of Manufacturing Technology at the Institute of Product Engineering at the University of Duisburg-Essen has also been a member of the event's advisory board.
Additive manufacturing is widely used in chemical process engineering—and drives innovation. Yet despite its adoption across the industry, the landscape remains fragmented. This white paper offers a brief overview.
Software, AI & Design forum on 15 May 2025 presents solutions for the digital “common thread”. 3D printing is a prime example of how physical objects can be created from digital data. Solutions for the integrated digital process chain are one of the topics of the Software, AI & Design trade forum at
Martin Gasch has been a member of the rapid.tech 3D Advisory Board since 2023. He has been attending the event for over ten years. As a Business Development Manager at Siemens Digital Industries Software, he is responsible for the content of the Software, AI & Design forum on the advisory board.
The growing use of additive manufacturing in the defence sector will be a topic of discussion at the Innovations in AM forum on 15 May 2025. AMPOWER’s latest report records subdued growth in the additive manufacturing (AM) market in 2024, but with one area rising fast: projects for the defence secto
Procuring metal powder for Additive Manufacturing is often a challenge due to lack of transparency and an overwhelming range of offerings. Digital platforms like qualloy bring clarity, enable comparability, and simplify the procurement process.
For the tenth edition of the competition for pioneering technologies, known as the 3DPC, some things will be different than in previous years. The initiators and organizers, Simone and Christoph Völcker, look back on a decade filled with many "goosebump moments."
The 3D Pioneers Challenge (3DPC) is celebrating its 10th anniversary under the scope of rapid.tech 3D in Erfurt from 13 to 15 May 2025. This special edition of the renowned competition for additive manufacturing and advanced technologies promises to be an unforgettable event.
Latest developments in this area to be addressed at the Innovations in AM Forum on 15 May 2025 ‒ Expert Tables on 14 May offer small-group discussions on AM challenges in medicine
Martin Neff is head of global sales for ARBUGadditive and has been a member of the rapid.tech 3D advisory board for two years. This year, he is involved in four different roles: as co-organizer of the "Innovations in AM" forum and the "Expert Tables" format, as a speaker and as an exhibitor.
Hop aboard the rapid.tech 3D Mobility trade forum on 14 May 2025 to explore the latest AM developments and applications for clean road and rail transport.
Frank Cremer, Direct Sales Manager DACH 3D Printers at 3D Systems and member of the rapid.tech 3D advisory board, has been contributing AM developments and applications from the mobility sector to the event for many years.
Chemistry & Process Engineering Forum on 14 May 2025 in partnership with DECHEMA. In 2025, the topic will be on the agenda for the third time in a row.
