Pre-Conference Training

AM Academy

Technology Identification, Suitability & Applications in Additive Manufacturing

Topic & workshop description:

Additive Manufacturing is transforming industries, but with a wide variety of
processes and materials available, one critical question arises: Which technology is
most suitable for which application?

This interactive workshop provides a clear and practical framework to answer that
question. Participants will gain an overview of the most relevant metal and polymer
AM technologies, explore their current challenges, and discuss how to assess
application requirements. Through group exercises, case examples, and the look &
feel of real printed parts, participants will actively map applications to the most
suitable AM processes.

The workshop balances expert presentations, hands-on exercises, and peer
discussions, ensuring an interactive learning experience with direct relevance to real-world projects.

After the training, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between the most relevant metal and polymer AM technologies.
• Recognize key challenges and limitations that affect industrial adoption.
• Assess application requirements and match them with the right AM process.
• Apply learnings through group exercises using real-world case examples.
• Discuss & exchange with peers while experiencing real printed parts

Target audience:

• Engineers & designers exploring AM for product development.
• Production & R&D professionals looking to understand process suitability.
• Managers & decision makers responsible for AM adoption in their organizations.
• Anyone seeking a structured entry point into technology selection for AM.

No deep prior AM knowledge required – curiosity and openness to learn are enough.

Course Date/Time:

• Sunday, March 15, 2026
• 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Course Location:

• AMUG 2026, Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, NV

Price:

• € 399.00. (€ 499.00 after January 31, 2026)

Registration:

• Coming soon