AMFG at Formnext: A Week of Innovation, Insights, and Impact

What a week! Formnext 2024 was a whirlwind for the AMFG team - packed with dynamic conversations, groundbreaking projects, and bold trends reshaping additive manufacturing.Highlight of the Week? Seeing AMFG’s software in action at the Forward AM booth, seamlessly integrated with Toolkit3D. Watching our tech take center stage on the show floor was a proud reminder of the difference we’re making in the industry.Another showstopper? The groundbreaking collaboration between APWORKS, Farsoon Technologies, and CNPC Powder. Their work to expand the applications of Scalmalloy - a high-strength aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy - is pivotal for design flexibility and innovation in metal additive manufacturing.

Key Takeaways from Formnext 2024:

1. The Rise of Chinese Hardware: Chinese manufacturers are making waves with rapid growth and cost-cutting innovations, making additive manufacturing more accessible worldwide. But it raises big questions: How sustainable is this? And how will it reshape the industry?[spacer height="20px"]
2. A Maturing Industry: This year felt different - slightly lighter foot traffic, and some notable absences - but sharper conversations. Strong use cases and real-world applications took center stage, showing just how far additive manufacturing has come.

For AMFG, one thing is clear: customers want production-ready solutions, not standalone systems. Meeting that demand means delivering end-to-end capabilities that drive real value.A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the AMFG booth - customers, prospects, and partners alike. Your insights and energy made this week unforgettable.