AM Insider

Send us Fan Mail This episode of AM Insider features guest Zeke Sudbury, an additive sales specialist at Atlix, who discusses his professional transition from the world of polymers and composites to metal additive manufacturing (AM). Hosted by Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken, the conversation explores the technical and cultural differences between these two realms, noting that polymer expertis...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of AM Insider, we sit down with Christian Seidel, professor of additive manufacturing and consultant at Wohlers Associates (powered by ASTM International), to explore where the additive manufacturing industry is headed in 2026 and beyond. Christian shares insider insights on AM market growth trends, why the industry continues to grow at ~10% annually, and how AI is...

Send us Fan Mail Medical 3D printing is one of the most promising—and misunderstood—areas of additive manufacturing. In this episode of AM Insider , we’re joined by Ben Klein , a biomedical engineer and former leader in medical additive manufacturing, to unpack what’s actually working in healthcare and why adoption takes longer than most expect. Ben shares firsthand insight from building early med...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the AM Insider podcast, hosts Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken sit down with Stefan Joens, a second-generation business owner of Elnik Systems. The conversation explores the critical but often misunderstood role of thermal processing in metal additive manufacturing, particularly for binder jetting and other sinter-based technologies. Key Discussion Points Red...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the AM Insider podcast is hosted by Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken. It is part of a miniseries focused on the beginnings of additive manufacturing (AM), aiming to share experiences from industry veterans. The guest is Darin Everett, who is referred to as an industry "longtimer". He joined Stratasys in 1999 when the company was relatively small, start...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode of "AM Insider" features an interview with Ryan Kircher, a principal additive manufacturing engineer at RMS Company, a medical device contract manufacturer. The discussion centers on the adoption of additive manufacturing (AM), specifically within the medical device industry. Kircher shares his 20 years of experience in the field, detailing the chall...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode features an interview with Rajeev Kulkarni, a seasoned professional in the additive manufacturing industry, who shares his extensive experience and insights into the history, evolution, and future of 3D printing. Rajeev discusses his early contributions to the field, including the invention of support generation for SLA and the creation of the STL file format, highli...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of AM Insider features a special discussion on the history and evolution of the additive manufacturing (AM) industry . Hosts Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken welcome Kevin Mortzfield , an industry veteran who began his career in late 1994, to share his extensive experience. Kevin Mortzfield's background includes working at 3D Systems as an associate applicatio...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode of AM Insider , hosted by Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken, dives deep into the cyclical nature of innovation and adoption within the additive manufacturing industry . The discussion explores the recurring challenges and breakthrough moments that have shaped its journey from the early days to the present. I. Innovation Cycles in Additive Manufacturing (AM) The AM...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode,  "The Recurring Cycles of Additive Manufacturing," from AM Insider, explores the challenges and cyclical nature of additive manufacturing adoption   Key takeaways include: The "David and Goliath" Problem : The industry faces the ongoing challenge of differentiating between expensive industrial 3D printers (costing $30,000 to hundreds of th...

Send us Fan Mail This episode explores the evolving art and science of product positioning in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry, highlighting how companies have adapted their strategies over time to educate markets, differentiate offerings, and manage internal dynamics. From Rivalry to Relationships In the 1990s, the AM industry was a battleground of a few fierce competitors. Newcomers ofte...

Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into the fascinating evolution of the term "3D printing" , tracing its murky origins and eventual mainstream adoption. While early usage is linked to MIT in the 1990s, it was Stratasys that played a pivotal role in popularizing the term—driven by a need to differentiate its lower-cost Dimension machines from high-end additive manufacturing systems. Lis...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features a discussion between Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken of AM Insider and their guest, Phil Arnold, founder of Endeavor 3D. The conversation focuses on the challenges and strategies involved in starting and growing a contract manufacturing business within the additive manufacturing industry. Arnold shares his experiences, highlighting the importance of rapid...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode of AM Insider features a discussion with Brent Ewald, a software development manager at Autodesk, about his diverse career journey within the additive manufacturing space. The hosts, Justin Hopkins and Dustin Kloempken, explore Ewald's transition from mechanical engineering and R&D in 3D printing at HP to software development. Their conversation exami...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode of AM Insider features a conversation with Derek McCurry, the owner of Stubby Nozzle Co. McCurry shares his journey from working in additive manufacturing marketing to establishing his own business designing, manufacturing, and selling 3D-printed car care products, specifically leaf blower nozzles for drying vehicles. The discussion covers his background as a...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode features Amos Breyfogle, an experienced professional in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry, who shares his diverse career journey and offers insights on navigating the AM landscape. Key topics include how to enter, grow, and transition within the AM industry, the importance of people skills, career longevity, negotiation tactics, and the potential future...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the AM Insider podcast, hosts Dustin Kloempken and Justin Hopkins engage with marketing expert Ryan Hayford to explore the critical role of marketing in the additive manufacturing industry. They discuss the unique challenges marketers face when targeting engineers, the importance of understanding customer journeys, and the need for effective communication across...

Send us Fan Mail      John Greeven, a former HP employee and current professor at Oregon State University, discusses his journey from the oil industry to additive manufacturing. He shares his experience working with 3D printing technology and its applications in various projects, including racing teams and land speed records. Greeven emphasizes the importance of a diverse team and a mindset that c...

Send us Fan Mail Danit Peleg, a 3D printing fashion designer, discusses her work in the fashion industry and the potential of 3D printing in fashion. She explains her research on developing sustainable and flexible materials that behave like real fabric. Danit shares her journey of creating the world's first fashion collection printed entirely using desktop 3D printers. She also talks about h...

Send us Fan Mail In part two we discuss the impact of additive manufacturing (AM) on orthotics and prosthetics, noting its promise for efficient orthotic fabrication despite being less discussed. They emphasize the importance of technical expertise and anticipate AM's growth in orthotics, particularly in specialized areas. Medicare's recognition of AM for reimbursement is mentioned, with...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Justin, Brent, and Dustin discuss the importance of simplicity and the need to keep learning and evolving in the additive manufacturing industry. The main focus of the conversation is on Brent's work in orthotics and prosthetics, and how he has used additive manufacturing to improve patient outcomes. They discuss the challenges and successes of implement...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, the hosts, Justin and Dustin, interview Danny, a guest with extensive experience in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry. Danny shares his journey in AM, starting from working at a 3D printing startup to his current role in R&D for a company developing a new battery technology. The conversation touches on topics such as the evolution of the AM industr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Mac Cameron, CEO of Spokbee, discusses the challenges and opportunities in mass customization and personalization in the additive manufacturing industry. He highlights the importance of design and the need for talented designers to create customized products. Mac also discusses the hurdles in implementing mass customization, including the consistency and reliabilit...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to AM Insider! Today, we explore the transformative realms of 4D printing and bioprinting, revealing potential game-changers. Picture orthopedic implants seamlessly integrating with the body using bioabsorbable materials. Envision a bioprinted pancreas as a functional organ substitute regulating blood sugar for diabetic patients. Delve into tissue engineering advancements,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the hosts, Justin and Dustin, discuss the importance of considering factors like time, cost, and quality when deciding on the finishing of 3D printed parts. They introduce Paul DeWys, the owner and sales engineer of Forerunner 3D, a service bureau in western Michigan. Paul shares the background of his company's transition from SLA to HP MJF printing and the c...