AM Radio Show Notes and Transcripts
Southern Indiana’s Thriving AM Part Producer — What I Saw at Innovative 3D Manufacturing: AM Radio #49
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingRecorded just after the visit to the laser powder bed fusion contract manufacturer, here is a conversation exploring observations and impressions of this company and its metal 3D printing work.
Making Sense of Qualification, Certification and Standards in Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #48
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAM needs standards and processes for qualification and certification just like any other process. In this conversation with Dr. Tim Simpson, AM editors dive into the distinctions between these terms, and explore how they are influencing additive adoption and advancement.
The Rise of AM Factories, Metal 3D Printing, Machining Synergy and Favorite Stories from 2023: AM Radio #47
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAdditive Manufacturing Media editors reflect on the top 10 stories by pageviews and then share their favorites, regardless of ranking, in this podcast episode.
Copper, New Metal Printing Processes, Upgrades Based on Software and More from Formnext 2023: AM Radio #46
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingFormnext 2023 showed that additive manufacturing may be maturing, but it is certainly not stagnant. In this episode, we dive into observations around technology enhancements, new processes and materials, robots, sustainability and more trends from the show.
Production AM Can Thrive in a Purpose-Built Space (But It Doesn't Need One) AM Radio #45
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingFiona Lawler and Stephanie Hendrixson discuss the physical spaces where additive manufacturing is happening, from 3D printers wedged wherever they’ll fit to brand new facilities built for this purpose.
Lightning Round — Recent Popular AM Topics: AM Radio #44
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing and CompositesWorldSporting goods, tooling, multiple materials — in this episode of AM Radio, Jodee McElfresh and Peter Zelinski discuss the topics that have been popular on the Additive Manufacturing Media website and social media recently.
The AM Ecosystem, User Journeys and More from Formnext Forum Austin: AM Radio #43
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingSessions and conversations at the first U.S. Formnext event highlighted the complete additive manufacturing ecosystem, sustainability, the importance of customer education, AM user journeys and much more.
How to Organize for Additive Production: AM Radio #42
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingTim Simpson and Peter Zelinski discuss the next steps for succeeding with AM: After technical and process successes come the cultural, organizational and even costing considerations associated with this mode of manufacturing.
Data: The Dark (and Light) Side of Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #41
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing relies on and creates large amounts of data. On AM Radio, Stephanie Hendrixson and Dr. Tim Simpson discuss concerns around protecting AM data, plus how data security can bring greater opportunities for this technology.
How Acquisition and Investment Activity Affects AM Users and Adopters: AM Radio #40
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingStephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski discuss how the corporate and financial developments in additive manufacturing play out for current and prospective users of AM technology, and where this activity is likely to lead.
3D Printing for Supply Chain Resiliency: AM Radio #39
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing can speed, strengthen and simplify industrial supply chains. How close are we to realizing this promise? Dr. Tim Simpson and Peter Zelinski discuss lead time, logistics and other factors on AM Radio.
Additive Wins on Cost, Plus Process Monitoring and More from RAPID + TCT 2023: AM Radio #38
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing is finding success as a cost-effective manufacturing method. New options for process monitoring are now available. DED is getting more precise. 3D printed chairs! What we learned and observed at RAPID + TCT 2023.
Sustainability in Additive Manufacturing Is a Moving Target: AM Radio #37
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAssessing 3D printing as a sustainable manufacturing method is a complex problem. Dr. Tim Simpson and Stephanie Hendrixson discuss current research and future opportunities on AM Radio.
Artificial Intelligence and Additive Manufacturing Are Connected: AM Radio #36
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingStephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski discuss how AI and AM go together. There are already plenty of uses of AI in 3D printing for design, process planning and process monitoring, and the link will grow stronger as the “frictionlessness” of AI blends with that of AM.
The New Misperceptions Of AM: AM Radio #35
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingTim Simpson and Peter Zelinski discuss a way additive manufacturing has advanced: The misperceptions have shifted. Knowledge of AM among manufacturers is more sophisticated now. The concerns that inform the perceptions of newcomers have therefore changed.
8 Social Media Posts About Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #34
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing and CompositesWorldCost savings, modifications, large-format AM and more. In this episode of AM Radio, we discuss what people are saying about additive manufacturing on social media.
Scaling Additive Manufacturing Means Scaling its Workforce: AM Radio #33
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingDr. Tim Simpson joins Stephanie Hendrixson on the AM Radio podcast to discuss education options for AM, training within companies, and in-demand skills.
Is Every 3D Printed Replacement Part Inherently an Upgrade? AM Radio #32
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing is a powerful tool for replacement parts, but turning to AM offers opportunities beyond recreating what came before. In this episode of the AM Radio podcast, we discuss AM for repair, replacement and upgrades.
3D Printed Spares, Electrification and Cool Parts: Top 10 Stories of 2022: AM Radio #31
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingOur top articles and videos from 2022 reflect increasing use of additive manufacturing for replacement parts; growing applications for electric motors; and a maturing user base. Read through the top 10 list or listen to the AM Radio podcast episode all about these stories.
Formnext 2022: Ceramics, Robots and Other Perspectives From Near and Far: AM Radio #30
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingThe 2022 edition of Formnext revealed more options and applications for 3D printed ceramics, anticipation of coming automation, established companies entering AM and more. Two editors — one present at the show, and one observing from a distance — compare notes in this episode of AM Radio.
Artemis I Has Launched: 3D Printing Applications for This Space Mission and Beyond: AM Radio #25B
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopOn this episode of AM Radio, we discuss how additive manufacturing is enabling a new era of space exploration.
Pivoting to Additive Manufacturing for Individuals and Organizations: AM Radio #29B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingThe pivot to additive manufacturing requires interested individuals as well as support from the top. In a recent episode of AM Radio, we discuss workforce development from the inside and strategies for implementing AM across an organization.
Why “Boring” Is Superlative for Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #29A
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing and CompositesWorldIt is impressive to be the biggest, smallest, first, only, thinnest and more additively manufactured part. But there is value in the average or mundane parts, too. We discuss examples on this episode of AM Radio.
Additive Manufacturing Production at Scale Reveals the Technology's Next Challenges: AM Radio #28
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingSeemingly small issues in 3D printing are becoming larger problems that need solutions as manufacturers advance into ongoing production and higher quantities with AM. Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski discuss 6 of these challenges on AM Radio.
Is 3D Printing Competing with Casting? AM Radio #27B
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopOn this episode of AM Radio, we discuss two examples of companies that are shortening supply chains by using 3D printing instead of casting.
3D Printing Brings New Possibilities for Manufacturing With Ceramics: AM Radio #27A
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingAM expands the opportunities for ceramics. On the AM Radio podcast, a discussion of various 3D printing processes making use of ceramic material, and various new applications for ceramics that are developing as a result.
Recapping the Additive Manufacturing Conference 2022: AM Interacts With Conventional Processes: AM Radio #26B
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingOn the AM Radio podcast, impressions of this year’s Additive Manufacturing Conference at IMTS. A notable element this year was attention to AM’s impact on processes such as casting and machining
Additive Manufacturing at IMTS 2022: In the AM Pavilion, and Beyond: AM Radio #26A
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingApplications and technology for additive manufacturing — not just 3D printing — were widespread across the International Manufacturing Technology Show. Listen to our live discussion recorded during the event for observations on AM at IMTS.
In Additive Manufacturing, Is There a Case for Separating Design From Production? AM Radio #25A
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingDesign and 3D printing must inform each other, but keeping them under separate ownership can benefit the designer, the producer and the consumer. More in this podcast episode.
What We've Learned From 50 Episodes of The Cool Parts Show: AM Radio #24
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingWhere is 3D printing headed? What makes a printed part “cool”? What even counts as a “part”? In this episode of the AM Radio podcast, I sit down with my co-host on another project, The Cool Parts Show, to reflect on where 50 episodes have taken us.
How Additive Manufacturing Is Transforming EVs and Transportation: AM Radio #23
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingAs 3D printing is adopted into the electric vehicle (EV) market, it is not just vehicles that are being reshaped. In this episode of the AM Radio podcast, we discuss additive manufacturing and the future of transportation.
Which AM Event at IMTS Is Right for Your Business? AM Radio #22
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopIMTS 2022’s two additive manufacturing-centered events are designed for different audiences.
Are the Seven Families Still Valid for Describing 3D Printing Processes? AM Radio #21B
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingA conversation about the additive manufacturing processes that do not easily fit the accepted categories, and whether this mismatch means it is time for the categories to change.
Unusual Forms of 3D Printing, and How to Categorize This Technology: AM Radio #21A
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingIn this episode of AM Radio, Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski quiz each other on six 3D printing processes — some common, some novel. Test your own knowledge and stick around for a discussion about how to categorize (or maybe re-categorize) AM technologies.
Five Digital Manufacturing Trends Reflected in 3D Printing and Machining: AM Radio #20
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopAs the digitization of machining accelerates, it’s seeing more crossover with its innately digital relative, additive manufacturing. On this episode of AM Radio, Julia Hider and Matt Danford discuss common themes in machining and 3D printing.
Additive Manufacturing and the War in Ukraine: AM Radio #19
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingIn this latest episode of the AM Radio podcast, we dive into the ways that AM is providing aid and also being affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
RAPID + TCT 2022 Report: Advancing into the Next Season of Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #18
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingEditors Stephanie Hendrixson, Peter Zelinski and Julia Hider share observations, insights and photos from the latest RAPID + TCT trade show.
Additive for Composites and Composites for Additive: AM Radio #17
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingCompositesWorld’s Jeff Sloan joins Peter Zelinski in an episode of the AM Radio podcast about how composites and 3D printing are changing one another.
3 Examples of How Polymer 3D Printing Is Still Advancing in Important Ways: AM Radio #16B
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingOn AM Radio, a conversation about ways the basic operation and capabilities of additive manufacturing with plastics is still changing.
3 Types of 3D Printed Tooling for Injection Molding: AM Radio #16A
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop3D printed tooling for injection molding, including mold inserts, components and end of arm tooling, were on display at the Plastics Technology Expo.
How Additive Manufacturing Can Benefit from Blockchain: AM Radio #15B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingBlockchain technology isn’t only suitable for protecting cryptocurrency and NFTs. This week’s episode of the AM Radio podcast looks at how blockchain is being applied to 3D printable files today, and how far this pairing could go.
Aerospace Applications for 3D Printed Composites: AM Radio #15A
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop3D printed composites are taking the place of traditional metal parts in a specific niche of the aerospace industry.
5 Scenarios Where Additive Manufacturing Should "Win" the Production Work: AM Radio #14B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingIn some cases, it makes sense to switch from 3D printing to some other process, but there are also cases where AM can and should win the production work. Here are 5 examples.
How Bridge Production Is Bringing New Possibilities: AM Radio #14A
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing makes bridge production a more natural factor in the production strategy overall. This has important implications for product development and even what products are possible.
Why Inventors and Additive Manufacturing Go Together: AM Radio #13
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingThe ease of beginning to produce at small scales using 3D printing opens the way to a new class of manufacturer: the inventor making their own product.
A Conversation on Finishing's Role in Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #12
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingConventional finishing techniques like electroplating and powder coating have a role to play in AM. Stephanie Hendrixson and Scott Francis discuss how additive will go farther with finishing on the latest episode of AM Radio.
6 Ways Additive Manufacturing Will Change in the Next Decade: AM Radio #11B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingWhere will additive manufacturing go in the next 10 years? Stephanie Hendrixson and Pete Zelinski offer six ideas in the latest episode of the AM Radio podcast.
AM So Far: A Conversation on 10 Years of Covering Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #11A
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingAdditive Manufacturing Media marks its 10-year anniversary. AM Radio hosts Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski look back, talking about the advance of industrial 3D printing and expansion of the ways we report on it.
The Broad Promise of Large-Format AM: AM Radio #10B
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing3D printing makes very large parts easier to produce. Julia Hider and Peter Zelinski discuss the promise of additive manufacturing for big parts on the AM Radio podcast.
Zooming in on Micro 3D Printing: AM Radio #10A
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopThis week on AM Radio, Peter Zelinski and Julia Hider discuss additive at the extremes, including micro 3D printing. What are the opportunities and challenges of 3D printing on a microscale?
Reshoring, Tooling, Sustainability and More: Top 10 Stories of 2021: AM Radio Episode #9B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingReviewing our most-viewed stories of the year revealed some of the topics that have been top-of-mind for additive manufacturers. Read or listen to the countdown.
3D Printed Lattice Structures Replace Foam Components: AM Radio #9A
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopOn this episode of AM Radio, Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider examine the use of 3D printed components with lattice structures to replace foams.
A Conversation on Formnext: Trends in 2021, and Formnext USA: AM Radio #8
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingThe Frankfurt, Germany, trade show resumed in-person in 2021 and laid the groundwork for future events in North America. AM Radio hosts Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski discuss both in this episode, which includes a guest appearance by Gardner Business Media president Rick Kline.
Inside a Large-Scale Metal Additive Manufacturing Facility: AM Radio #7
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopThis large medical manufacturer added metal 3D printing to its wide range of machining processes, and has since grown its AM division to include 30 printers. On this episode of AM Radio, we discuss how metal AM operates at such a large scale.
Lessons from Animals and Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #6B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingIn this week’s episode of the AM Radio podcast, Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider discuss how 3D printing applications connected to animals mirror and can advance those related to humans and industry.
Rounding Out the Circular Economy With Material Take-Back Programs: AM Radio #6A
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopOne of the most difficult steps in the circular economy is going from product back to new material. On this episode of AM Radio, Julia Hider and Stephanie Hendrixson discuss how material take-back programs can help solve this challenge.
Recapping the 2021 Additive Manufacturing Conference + Expo: AM Radio #5
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingThe program covered everything from tooling to personnel challenges involved in implementing additive. Peter Zelinski, Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider recap the event.
Are Advances in Additive Manufacturing Being Led by Curmudgeons? AM Radio #4
Peter Zelinski | Additive ManufacturingNoting a pattern: Some of those winning positive gains with additive manufacturing are far from positive in discussing its promise. On AM Radio, Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski unravel this seeming contradiction.
What Should We Call Additive Manufacturing Businesses? AM Radio #3
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopMachining is done in a shop, injection molding is done at a molder and casting is done at a foundry. But what do we call businesses that do additive manufacturing? Peter Zelinski and Julia Hider discuss why it’s difficult to name these businesses (and suggest a few options) on this episode of AM Radio.
Impressions and Trends from RAPID + TCT 2021: AM Radio Bonus
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingPeter Zelinski, Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider discuss what they saw, heard and learned at RAPID + TCT 2021 in a special episode of the AM Radio podcast plus slideshow.
How Is Additive Manufacturing Sustainable? AM Radio #2B
Julia Hider | Modern Machine ShopAdditive manufacturing is often closely associated with sustainability, but why? And how can companies use AM to develop sustainable processes? Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider discuss in this episode of AM Radio.
Why Do So Many Additive Manufacturers Build Their Own 3D Printers? AM Radio #2A
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingIt's not unusual for companies making parts and products through 3D printing to also develop the printers they use to do so. Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider share examples and discuss why this happens on the latest episode of AM Radio.
Does 3D Printing Drive Startups, or Vice-Versa? AM Radio #1
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive ManufacturingWhat is it about 3D printing that makes it such a common choice for startup companies? Are these businesses driving additive manufacturing forward, or are they being driven? Peter Zelinski, Stephanie Hendrixson and Julia Hider discuss.