Innovation & Inspiration: A Sneak Preview As Nearly 400 Additive Manufacturing Exhibitors Converge at RAPID + TCT 2023

Exhibitors to display latest innovations and additive manufacturing solutions as the largest AM event in North America returns to Chicago May 2 - 4

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#3dprinting--From global OEMs to soaring startups, nearly 400 additive manufacturing (AM) companies and thousands of industry experts will come together in Chicago at McCormick Place to share the latest processes, materials and technologies in AM at SME’s RAPID + TCT 2023, May 2-4. As North America's largest and most influential AM event, the three-day event gives attendees exclusive access to see the most innovative products in AM firsthand, learn from industry experts and the chance to network with thousands of peers from around the world. SME Executive Director & CEO Robert Willig made the announcement.

“The potential for AM to shape modern manufacturing is limitless, and there’s no better place to experience the latest advancements and innovation of AM than at RAPID + TCT 2023,” Willig said. “Each year, RAPID + TCT’s exhibiting companies push the boundaries of what’s possible through interactive demonstrations, large-scale models and an immersive experience you cannot find anywhere else. With a powerhouse lineup of 388 exhibiting companies scheduled this year, attendees will be sure to find inspiration at the brilliance on display.

The exhibitor lineup includes some of the most innovative names in additive manufacturing, continuing to build upon and strengthen 3D printing hardware, software and services. Some of this year’s featured exhibitors include:

• ADDiTEC (Booth #2212) specializes in solving problems and creating solutions using metal additive manufacturing. ADDiTEC will host a press event to make company announcements regarding latest innovations and exclusive product offerings from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. at its booth Tuesday, May 2. Additionally, ADDiTEC’s Founder & CEO Brian Matthews will present a Tech Talk at 2:30 p.m. at the Tech Hub on Tuesday, May 2.

• nTopology (Booth #2247) will make a corporate announcement to be revealed at a press event. nTopology enables engineers to create critical parts that redefine industries across the globe in fields including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and consumer goods. The company is leading the way to broader mainstream adoption of additive manufacturing with a major new category-leading software announcement: nTopology 4. nTopology will hold a press conference May 2 in Room W476 from 11 - 12 p.m. CT.

• Quantica (Booth #2142) specializes in high-performance, multi-material 3D printing, combining materials in a single process to produce high-quality parts and products. Quantica's NovoJet™ technology revolutionizes additive manufacturing by jetting fluids with unprecedented viscosity ranges. NovoJet™ will fundamentally advance the printing of high value products for complex applications in a range of industries including dental, healthcare, printed electronics, consumer goods and more. By the end of 2023, Quantica's first Desktop Printer will be available, featuring 7 NovoJet™ printheads as an open platform for research and development.

• Slice Engineering (Booth #1746) will host a press conference and showcase their latest high-flow hotend at RAPID + TCT 2023. Slice Engineering manufactures reliable, high-performance industrial hotends for demanding FFF printing applications. Providing solutions that bring new value to the market, Slice has remained committed to American manufacturing, striving to produce its products as locally as possible, whenever possible. In recognition of their innovations and local manufacturing efforts, Slice Engineering was named a Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence winner and a Top 50 Florida Company to Watch. In 2021, 3D Printing Industry named Slice Engineering the Global Startup of the Year.

RAPID + TCT 2023 will feature a powerhouse lineup of hundreds of other exhibitors specializing in AM across a swath of industries including healthcare, automotive, aerospace, defense and more. Attendees will immediately be immersed by impressive displays from heavy hitters like Stratasys, EOS, HP, 3D Systems, ARBURG, MarkForged, SLM Solutions and more exhibiting directly at the entrance to the showroom floor.

Registration is now open to attend the premier destination for technology providers and industry leaders worldwide.

See a copy of the Full Exhibitor List HERE, and to learn more about what RAPID + TCT 2023 has to offer, visit https://www.rapid3devent.com and keep up to date with all things AM by following us @RAPID_Event on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

About RAPID + TCT 2023

For more than 30 years, SME and RAPID have defined the crucial role of additive manufacturing and empowered the establishment of an industry that continues to conceive, test, improve, and manufacture new products at a faster, more cost-efficient pace. In 2017, the two industry leaders in 3D technology events, SME and The TCT Group partnered to produce the annual RAPID + TCT event. For users and suppliers alike, the event is the premier destination for those who provide technology and for those who need to understand, explore and adopt 3D printing, additive manufacturing, 3D scanning, CAD/CAE metrology, and inspection technologies.

About SME

SME believes in the power of technology and the innovation of people to advance our nation and solve the world’s greatest problems. For 90 years, SME has led the manufacturing ecosystem to elevate manufacturers, academia, professionals, and the communities in which they operate. We help build the bridge from today to the future by developing the next generation of manufacturing talent and informing industry on technology advances that can propel their operations into excellence. Learn more at sme.org, follow @SME_MFG on Twitter, or facebook.com/SMEmfg.

About Rapid News Publications Ltd & The TCT Group

Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design, and engineering technology for more than 30 years. A rich mix of live events and an all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business-critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America, and Asia. The TCT Group (thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organizers) and BPA Worldwide.

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