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AMUG Start-Up Launchpad

Showcase your innovative solutions to a diverse audience of additive manufacturing professionals.

Join us in igniting innovation and growth within the additive manufacturing industry. The 2026 AMUG Conference will once again feature a dedicated space in the AMUGexpo for start-ups and emerging companies to showcase their groundbreaking technologies to industry professionals and decision-makers.

The Start-up Launchpad is open to all types of companies in the AM industry (subject to eligibility requirements): OEMs, materials suppliers, software developers, ancillary equipment vendors, service providers, and AM users.

AMUG is offering ten booths to eligible companies at a special price of $2,500 each (50% off!).  Included with the registration is:

  • (1) 10’ x 10’ Pipe and drape booth in AMUGexpo
  • (1) Skirted table and (2) chairs
  • (1) 110V electrical connection
  • (1) Digital lead scanner
  • Company listing and marketing materials within AMUG’s Mobile App
Program Overview Summary
  • Up to 10 start-ups selected by committee review
  • Open to hardware, materials, software, services, and more
  • Reduced-rate participation for selected companies
  • Featured within the AMUGexpo alongside 100+ established exhibitors
  • A platform to connect, showcase, and engage with the AMUG community

2025 Start-Up Launchpad Participants

3D Spark GmbH
Alpha Powders
AM Academy GmbH
GZERO Additive, LLC
Hyphen Innovations LLC

Realized Mfg
Supernova
ToffeeX
Tyson Build Plates
Vixiv

Companies interested in applying to the AMUG Start-up Launchpad must meet the following eligibility criteria:
  • Must be a “start-up” firm, seeking either seed or Series A funding, with no more than 50 employees.
  • Must have been established within the past five years.
  • Must be independently owned — may not be a subsidiary of a larger company or divisions of government organizations.
  • Must not have sponsored or exhibited at a previous AMUG Conference.

Applications will be reviewed for inclusion by the AMUG Start-up Selection Committee.

Please submit your application by December 19, 2025, to be considered for inclusion.

Apply Today

For questions related to the AMUG Start-up Launchpad, please contact Thomas Murphy, Director, Sponsors & Exhibitors, at dspex@amug.com.