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Formnext is the leading trade fair for additive manufacturing and the next generation of intelligent manufacturing solutions. Formnext originated and is held annually in Frankfurt, Germany, but has grown to include expos and Formnext Forums throughout the world.

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Copper, New Metal Printing Processes, Upgrades Based on Software and More from Formnext 2023: AM Radio #46

Formnext 2023 showed that additive manufacturing may be maturing, but it is certainly not stagnant. In this episode, we dive into observations around technology enhancements, new processes and materials, robots, sustainability and more trends from the show. 

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8 Cool Parts From Formnext 2023: The Cool Parts Show #65

New additive manufacturing technologies on display at Formnext were in many cases producing notable end-use components. Here are some of the coolest parts we found at this year’s show.

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The AM Ecosystem, User Journeys and More from Formnext Forum Austin: AM Radio #43

Sessions and conversations at the first U.S. Formnext event highlighted the complete additive manufacturing ecosystem, sustainability, the importance of customer education, AM user journeys and much more. 

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10 Important Developments in Additive Manufacturing Seen at Formnext 2022 (Includes Video)

The leading trade show dedicated to the advance of industrial 3D printing returned to the scale and energy not seen since before the pandemic. More ceramics, fewer supports structures and finding opportunities in wavelengths — these are just some of the AM advances notable at the show this year.

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Registration Opens for Formnext Chicago: US Version of World’s Largest AM Trade Show

Additive manufacturing (AM) industry leaders are making plans to participate in the 2025 U.S. version of Formnext — the most successful additive show in the world, which brings together the whole industrial process of AM.

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Formnext Modifies Awards Program, Now Recognizing Excellence in Six AM Categories

The awards will be presented across six different categories, including young innovative companies, sustainable business ideas and pioneering technologies. Applications are now open.

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Formnext Chicago 2025 Focuses on Entire Additive Manufacturing Value Chain

The trade show will focus on integrating additive technologies into manufacturing operations, providing a venue for everything involved in additive manufacturing — from the materials providers to additive equipment, postprocessing solutions, engineering, inspection and software needs.

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Step 2 — A Stronger Foundation at Formnext Chicago

The North American additive manufacturing market needs a home – a foundation where the AM market can connect, innovate and grow by bringing together leaders in additive and industrial manufacturing.

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Step 1 — Unmatched Audience at Formnext Chicago

Events are about audience! Formnext Chicago offers unmatched access to both existing additive manufacturing adopters AND industrial manufacturers that represent future AM growth.

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Formnext 2024 Announces Call for Speakers

The proposals for papers can be submitted no later than June 30, 2024.

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What We Found at Formnext 2023

New metal processes, new possibilities for existing processes, the next step for copper and more. Here is a summary drawing on all our reporting from November’s event.

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Copper, New Metal Printing Processes, Upgrades Based on Software and More from Formnext 2023: AM Radio #46

Formnext 2023 showed that additive manufacturing may be maturing, but it is certainly not stagnant. In this episode, we dive into observations around technology enhancements, new processes and materials, robots, sustainability and more trends from the show. 

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10 Video Reports From Formnext 2023

Our Formnext video playlist: Stephanie Hendrixson and Peter Zelinski report on various technologies seen at Formnext 2023 in brief videos they filmed at the show.

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8 Cool Parts From Formnext 2023: The Cool Parts Show #65

New additive manufacturing technologies on display at Formnext were in many cases producing notable end-use components. Here are some of the coolest parts we found at this year’s show.

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The AM Ecosystem, User Journeys and More from Formnext Forum Austin: AM Radio #43

Sessions and conversations at the first U.S. Formnext event highlighted the complete additive manufacturing ecosystem, sustainability, the importance of customer education, AM user journeys and much more. 

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Meet The Cool Parts Showcase Winners

The Cool Parts Showcase winners for 2023 were announced at Formnext Forum Austin. Watch the award presentation here. 

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FAQ: Formnext

What is Formnext?

Formnext is the leading trade fair for additive manufacturing and the next generation of intelligent manufacturing solutions.

Formnext originated and is held annually in Frankfurt, Germany, but has grown to include expos and Formnext Forums throughout the world.

Recent and upcoming Formnext offerings in North America include Formnext Forum Austin in 2023, the Additive Manufacturing Sector Powered by Formnext at IMTS in 2024 and Formnext Chicago in 2025.

When is Formnext Chicago?

Formnext Chicago takes place Tuesday, April 8 – Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Where is Formnext Chicago held?

Formnext Chicago will take place at McCormick Place. The address is 2301 S. King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, 60616.

How do I register to exhibit at Formnext Chicago in 2025?

Contact Rick Brandt, VP, Advanced Materials Media Group at +1 513-766-5864 or RBrandt@gardnerweb.com for information on exhibiting at Formnext Chicago. Or, visit www.formnextchicago.com/exhibit for more information.

What is Formnext USA?

Formnext USA is an umbrella term for the Formnext events taking place in the United States: Formnext Forum Austin in 2023, the Additive Manufacturing Sector Powered by Formnext at IMTS in 2024 and Formnext Chicago in 2025.

When is Formnext?

Formnext in Frankfurt, Germany, takes place November 19-22, 2024. Formnext Chicago takes place April 8-10, 2025.

Where is Formnext?

Formnext takes place each fall at Messe Frankfurt in the city of Frankfurt (also called Frankfurt am Main) in Germany.

Note that other Formnext-licensed events take place globally at different times, including North America’s Formnext Forum Austin and Formnext Chicago.

Who is organizing Formnext Chicago?

Formnext Chicago is organized by Gardner Business Media, Inc., Additive Manufacturing Media and The Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT). It is licensed by Mesago Messe Frankfurt GmbH.

Who is exhibiting at Formnext Chicago?

Companies from across the additive manufacturing supply chain are exhibiting at Formnext Chicago. View the Founders Club here.

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