ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing 2024
2024-10-28 - 2024-11-01 | Hilton Atlanta, 255 Courtland Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30303, United States
The ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing (ASTM ICAM 2024) is scheduled to take place from October 28 to November 1, 2024, at the Hilton Atlanta in Atlanta, GA, USA.
This event is proudly hosted by the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and is further supported by over a dozen ASTM technical committees.

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Formnext 2024
2024-11-19 - 2024-11-22 | Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, Frankfurt am Main, 60327, Germany
At Formnext, over 850 exhibitors and more than 32,000 visitors will meet from 19 – 21 November 2024 and transform Frankfurt am Main into the capital of Additive Manufacturing. This community, the fAMily, is dedicated to the ever-growing adoption of AM in an industrial context.

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Additive Manufacturing Strategies 2025
2025-02-04 - 2025-02-06 | The Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18th St, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Additive Manufacturing Strategies | February 4-6, 2025
Additive Manufacturing Strategies is a 100% in-person event February 4-6, 2025 in New York City. This industry touchstone conference brings together AM stakeholders from all over the world. AMS includes panels and keynotes on topics most critical in the fast-growing world of additive manufacturing. Bringing together the industry’s leaders in a contained networking environment makes AMS the place for startups to access capital, for financial institutions and investors to sharpen their radars, and for the AM industry to focus on the business of AM.
AMS 2025 is “in-person only” to ensure maximum networking and discussion.
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Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase
2025-02-11 - 2025-02-13 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
The 9th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase remains the premier event in North America for military, aerospace, and defense 3D printing. It features high-level discussions on Department of Defense acquisition priorities, international initiatives in 3D printing, and presentations on cutting-edge technological advancements in AM. Each year, this event serves as a crucial platform for military, government, international partners and industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and strategize on integrating additive technologies. It aims to enhance current capabilities and maintain competitiveness across all aspects of defense. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to expand your network, explore diverse industry products and services, and gain insights into the future of global AM technologies!
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2025 AMUG Conference
2025-03-30 - 2025-04-03 | Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605, United States
Join us. Participate in the conference designed for users, by users.
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Conference brings together engineers, designers, managers, and educators from around the world to share expertise, best practices, challenges, and application developments in additive manufacturing. Expert, intermediate and novice users of all commercial additive manufacturing technologies are encouraged to attend the AMUG Conference.

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Rapid + TCT 2025
2025-04-08 - 2025-04-10 | Huntington Place, Detroit, MI, 1 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Join Equispheres at North America’s largest Additive Manufacturing (AM) and industrial 3D printing event, the RAPID + TCT conference, in Detroit, Michigan from April 8–10, 2025. Visit us at Booth 1344.
While you’re there, don’t miss the session with Evan Butler-Jones, VP of Product & Strategy at Equispheres, as he unveils the latest breakthrough results combining multi-mode lasers, beam shaping techniques, and optimized aluminum powders..
In this must-attend session, you’ll discover:

How the calibration of AM powder, technology and processes enables the volume production of finished parts Results from Equispheres’ collaboration with EATON Corp using non-explosive NExP-1 aluminum powder: 73% reduction in build time while maintaining surface finish

Thermal management innovation demonstrated in a redesigned EV motor housing: permeability and pore size comparable to commercial wicking surfaces

Learn why leading manufacturers are rethinking their AM production strategies as Butler-Jones reveals how engineered AlSi10Mg powders, high-powered lasers and innovative control strategies are making aluminum 3D printing cost-competitive while maintaining rigorous quality standards required for industrial applications.
“This combination of technologies fundamentally changes the economics of metal AM processes for industrial applications at production scale,” says Butler-Jones. “We’re seeing productivity gains that would have been unimaginable just a few years ago.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to see the future of Additive Manufacturing in action.
Attend “Beam Shaping Multi-mode Lasers & AlSi10Mg Performance Powder Launches Metal AM to New Heights” on April 8, 2025, from 11:30 am to noon at RAPID + TCT 2025.
Find us at booth: #1344
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MILAM 2026
2026-02-03 - 2026-02-05 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Operationalizing 3D Printing and Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience
Join Equispheres at the 10th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase, the largest military, aerospace, defense and warfighting 3D printing event in North America. This premier event takes place February 3–5, 2026 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida.
This educational and professional development event directly supports current DoD/Federal Government priorities and initiatives regarding the integration of 3D printing technologies across the Joint Force. It reinforces the Secretary of War’s directive on the need for military services to extend 3D printing and additive manufacturing to operational units by 2026.
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2026 AMUG Conference
2026-03-15 - 2026-03-19 | Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 East Second Street, Reno, NV, 89595, United States
Join us. Participate in the conference designed for users, by users.
Equispheres is proud to support the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Conference in Reno, Nevada from March 15–19, 2026. As the 2025 Technical Competition Award winners for our collaboration with Martinrea International, we’re honored to present the project’s metal AM innovations on the main stage at this year’s conference.

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Rapid + TCT 2026
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-16 | Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St., Boston, MA, 02210, United States
Join Equispheres at North America’s largest Additive Manufacturing (AM) and industrial 3D printing event, RAPID + TCT, in Boston, Massachusetts from April 13–16, 2026. Visit us at Booth 1201 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center.
Discover what’s next for high-performance metal powders:
Equispheres is expanding beyond aluminum. At RAPID + TCT 2026, we’re showcasing our breakthrough aluminum alloys alongside our new copper alloy powder solutions—engineered for the demanding requirements of thermal management, electrical conductivity, and high-speed production applications.
See how engineered metal powders are transforming industrial AM:

Aluminum innovations: Our NExP-1 non-explosible powder and Performance line continue to set the standard for safe, high-speed production with build rates up to 9x faster than industry norms
NEW Copper solutions: Purpose-built copper alloys designed to unlock new applications in thermal management, electronics, and aerospace
Production-ready results: Real parts, real data, real economics—see how leading manufacturers are achieving cost-competitive metal AM at scale

“We’re making metal additive manufacturing economically viable for production applications,” says Kevin Nicholds, CEO of Equispheres. “Our engineered powders enable manufacturers to compete on cost against traditional processes while maintaining the design freedom and performance advantages of AM.”
Whether you’re exploring metal AM for the first time or optimizing existing operations, our team of applications engineers will be on hand to discuss how our materials can enhance your productivity, reliability, and profitability.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see the latest advances in engineered metal powders for production AM.
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If you haven’t booked yet, you can claim a FREE Expo Pass and 20% off Full Conference registration with code “16020507“.
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Aconity3D USER Conference 2026
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-21
Equispheres is proud to sponsor the 2nd Aconity3D User Conference, bringing together the global laser powder bed fusion community for two days of technical exchange, hands-on workshops, and industry networking.
The Aconity3D User Conference brings together people who are using metal 3D printing to share what’s working. You’ll learn from real production experiences, get answers to your toughest technical questions, and connect with the engineers and material scientists solving the same challenges you face.
Whether you’re trying to print faster, achieve better part quality, or make metal AM work economically for your application, this conference gives you direct access to the people who can help.
Conference highlights:

Technical sessions featuring aerospace, automotive, and research applications
Hands-on workshops at Aconity3D headquarters covering advanced L-PBF topics
Exclusive company visit to Pulsar Photonics GmbH
Networking dinner connecting users and technology partners
Direct exchange with the Aconity3D and Equispheres teams

Equispheres and Aconity3D have collaborated on process development combining engineered aluminum powders with high-powered L-PBF systems, and we’re pleased to continue our partnership by supporting the User Conference.
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Venues
Day 1 Presentations:
DAS LIEBIG
Liebigstraße 19
52070 Aachen, Germany
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Day 2 Workshops:
Aconity3D GmbH
An den Glaswerken 2
52134 Herzogenrath, Germany
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Organizer
Aconity3D
Phone:
+49 2406 92749-0
Website: https://aconity3d.com
Email: info@aconity3d.com

WorldPM2026
2026-06-25 - 2026-06-29 | Montreal Convention Centre, 1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, Quebec, H2Z 2A7, Canada
WorldPM2026 | AMPM2026 | Tungsten2026

Equispheres is participating in the largest powder metallurgy (PM) event of the year, the joint WorldPM2026/AMPM2026/Tungsten2026 event from June 25–29, 2026 in Montreal, Canada.
Presented by the Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF), WorldPM2026 brings together the global PM, particulate materials, and metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) community in North America.
The conference is co-located with AMPM2026 and Tungsten2026, creating a major international forum for technical exchange across metal powders and production applications.
Meet José Muñiz at WorldPM2026:
José Muñiz, Head of Applications R&D at Equispheres, will be attending WorldPM2026 and participating in two technical sessions focused on AM materials and process development.
Friday, June 26, 2026
AMPM Technical Session: Copper Alloys
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Session: AM-1-2 Copper Alloys
Presentation: Printability and Performance of Oxygen-Free Copper (Cu-OF) Powder via Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Presenter: José Muñiz, Equispheres
Room: See conference program
Copper is valuable for electronics, power systems, and thermal management, but its high thermal conductivity and reflectivity make it challenging to process with LPBF. José’s presentation will explore how powder characteristics and optimized process parameters can support dense, reproducible copper builds with strong electrical properties.
Sunday, June 28, 2026
AMPM Technical Session: AM – Simulation
Time: 10:30–11:45 a.m.
Session: AM-6-3 AM – Simulation
Session Chair: José Muñiz, Equispheres
Room: See conference program
If you are attending WorldPM2026, be sure to connect with José during the conference, or book a meeting with Equispheres.
We’re excited to attend this premier event in Canada, as WorldPM is hosted in North America once every six years.

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ICAM 2026
2026-09-28 - 2026-10-02 | Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive , Orlando, FL, 32819 , United States
ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing
Equispheres is attending the ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing (ICAM 2026) from September 28–October 2, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
Hosted by ASTM International’s Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs Division and supported by more than a dozen ASTM technical committees, ICAM brings together leaders from industry, academia, government, and research organizations to advance the industrial deployment of additive and advanced manufacturing.
The conference examines the full lifecycle of manufacturing innovation, from pre-industrialization research and standards that support scale-up to qualification, certification, and production practices that improve reliability and performance. Its program spans aerospace, defense, energy, medical, automotive, and microelectronics applications.
Connect with José Muñiz at ICAM 2026:
José Muñiz, Head of Applications R&D at Equispheres, will be attending ICAM 2026. He is also a co-organizer of the Feedstock Innovation: Characterization, Specification, and Reuse symposium.
The symposium focuses on how feedstock characteristics affect manufacturing processes and part quality, and on the development of characterization methods, acceptance criteria, specifications, and standards for fresh and reused materials.
If you are attending ICAM 2026, connect with José to discuss:
Materials: Engineered aluminum and copper powders for Additive Manufacturing
Process: Feedstock characterization, powder reuse, material qualification, and process development
Production: Reliable, repeatable AM applications for aerospace, defense, space, and other demanding sectors
José will be on site for technical discussions and networking. Book a meeting in advance to make time to connect.

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Formnext 2026
2026-11-17 - 2026-11-20 | Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, Frankfurt am Main, 60327, Germany
Join Equispheres at Formnext from November 17–20, 2026 as it transforms Frankfurt am Main into the capital of Additive Manufacturing. The Formnext community is dedicated to the ever-growing adoption of AM in an industrial context.
Meet Equispheres at Formnext 2026:
Discover how engineered metal powders are unlocking new possibilities for industrial additive manufacturing. Set up a meeting to discuss:

High-Performance Aluminum Powders: Our advanced powder portfolio includes NExP-1 non-explosible material, Performance, and Precision powders engineered for production-scale manufacturing
NEW Copper Alloy Solutions: Purpose-built materials for thermal management, electronics, and high-conductivity applications
Real Production Results: See case studies and sample parts demonstrating build rates up to 9x faster than industry standards
Applications Engineering Support: Connect with our team to discuss how our materials can optimize your AM processes

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the future of additive manufacturing at the world’s leading AM exhibition.
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America Makes MMX 2026
2026-08-04 - 2026-08-05 | Waypoint 4180, 4180 Westford Pl, Canfield, OH, 44406, United States
Join Equispheres at America Makes MMX 2026 in Canfield, Ohio, in the Youngstown area.
The annual America Makes Members Meeting & Exchange brings together leaders from government, industry, and academia to address the technical and industrial challenges shaping the future of Additive Manufacturing (AM).
Where AM Development Becomes Industrial Capability
America Makes plays an important role in moving AM forward through collaborative development programs. These initiatives bring together manufacturers, material suppliers, equipment providers, researchers, and government partners to address shared challenges in areas such as material development, process qualification, technology transition, and supply-chain readiness.
This work is closely aligned with Equispheres’ approach.
Meet Equispheres at MMX
Connect with Evan Butler-Jones, Vice-President, Product & Strategy, to discuss:

Qualification and scale-up of advanced aluminum materials for aerospace and defense
Material and process development for repeatable laser powder bed fusion
Resilient North American supply chains for aluminum, copper, and critical-material inputs
More productive printing through engineered powder and process optimization
Metal powder solutions for serial production, sustainment, and distributed manufacturing

MMX provides an opportunity to exchange ideas with the organizations developing the next generation of AM technologies and the collaborative programs that will move them into industrial use.
If your organization is working to qualify a material, de-risk an AM process, or develop a more resilient production supply chain, connect with Evan during the event.
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