Additive Snack

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld is joined by Mahdi Jamshid and Scott Sevcik of the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Community to discuss significant trends and insights within the additive manufacturing industry. They delve into the history and evolution of the Wohlers Report, various advancements in different sectors like defense and consumer products, and the impact of geopolitical factors such as trade policies on the industry. The discussion also covers the maturity of additive manufacturing, the role of standards and certifications provided by ASTM, and future growth projections. Mahdi and Scott offer a comprehensive view of how the industry has evolved and what to expect in the coming years. 

01:47 History and Evolution of Wohlers Report 

02:54 Wohler Report's Acquisition and Transformation 

06:35 Consulting and Advisory Services 

13:46 Emerging Trends in Additive Manufacturing 

30:28 Challenges and Slowdowns in the Industry 

38:01 Scalability in Hardware vs. Software Investments 

39:07 Impact of Politics and Trade Policies on Additive Manufacturing 

39:55 Complexities and Uncertainties in Global Supply Chains 

46:18 European Union's Defense Spending and Additive Manufacturing 

52:50 Role of Standards in Additive Manufacturing 

01:02:44 Future Trends and Industry Growth Projections 

01:14:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

 

Creators and Guests

Host
Fabian Alefeld

What is Additive Snack?

Join host Fabian Alefeld and a range of guests as they discuss all things additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing news, with interviews and real-world stories to educate and entertain. Each episode, Fabian talks to AM experts, professionals in specialist fields, and 3D printing users from all walks of life to deliver a well-rounded view on the state of AM.

Cut through the confusion surrounding polymer and metal additive manufacturing solutions with our digestible, down-to-earth discussions that deliver insights into common mistakes and best practice tips so you can get a clear understanding of AM — layer for layer.

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