From Desktop to Factory Floor: AM’s Expanding Reach

Additive Snack

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Carolyn Schwaar, the editor of All3DP.com. Together, they explore current trends in additive manufacturing, the transition of hobbyists to professionals, and the role of platforms like All3DP and Kraft Cloud in the industry. Carolyn shares success stories from readers who have integrated 3D printing into their professional lives, the impact of tariffs on the industry, and the importance of reliable resources for learning about additive manufacturing. They also discuss the rise of specialized contract manufacturers and how the accessibility of 3D printing services is transforming various sectors.

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For more information about ALL3DP, visit their website and connect with Carolyn Schwaar on LinkedIn.

01:51 Overview of All3DP.com

03:01 Craft Cloud and 3D Printing Services

04:41 Transition from Hobbyist to Professional

07:48 Resources for Industrial Additive Manufacturing

12:29 Contract Manufacturing Insights

18:20 Global Trends and Tariffs Impact

30:09 European Market and Defense Applications

34:40 Favorite Additive Manufacturing Stories