The Who, What, Where, When, and How Much
- Who: Anyone interested in 3D printing for business and hobby use
- What: America’s largest 3D printing and additive manufacturing event
- Where: Detroit’s Huntington Place
- When: April 8-10, 2025
- How Much: $125 – $1,300. Discounts for SME members, military, government, academia, and students.
- Register here
- Exhibitor list here
Known worldwide as North America’s largest 3D printing event, Rapid + TCT combines education, events, and the latest in 3D printers on a huge expo floor.
The conference brings together influential companies, such as Ford, General Motors, Siemens Energy, and the the U.S. Navy to share their applications and experiences with 3D printing, while you’ll also hear from 3D printer manufacturers on their latest innovations and applying their technology. There are also plenty of presentations by academics, such as researchers from Cleveland State University, Missouri University of Science & Technology, and Colorado State University, talking about optimized printing and cutting edge use cases.
Every session is categorized so you can opt to attend just what’s relevant to you by industry, application, or technology. A full conference pass is $1,300, a one day conference pass is $650.
The expo features about 400 3D printer manufacturers, software makers, material producers and a wide range of allied technologies and services. An expo-only pass is $125.
The Expo: Printers, Materials, Software & More
The nearly 10,000 people expected to attend the event’s expo prowling for their next 3D printer to purchase. Whether you’re a student or a professional, there’s something for everyone.
To find your way around the show floor, download the exhibitor map in the event’s app, and mark your favorites. Notable exhibitors, such as EOS, Stratasys, and Formlabs are expected to make a significant presence with large designated zones likely to offer an immersive experience. These big names like to feature their latest innovations and engage with attendees through demonstrations, presentations, and interactive displays.
According to Rapid + TCT, 80% of attendees are in a role that influences equipment purchasing decisions, 41% have already invested in AM, 28% are experts looking to optimize, and 21% – the highest represented job function surveyed – are company owners, managers, or executives.
All3DP is on site and will have the latest news on all the new machines at our Rapid + TCT Special Coverage micro-site.
Extra Conferences
This year, there’s more than sessions and exhibitors; two additional events are happening at the same time at the same place and you can have unique access.
The WCX 2025 World Congress Experience serves as a hub for professionals in the mobility industry, offering insights into consumer metrics, regulatory standards, and technical advancements across the vehicle ecosystem. You pass to Rapid + TCT also gets you onto the expo floor of this event.
Attendees of another colocated event: America Makes’ Technical Review & Exchange (TRX), the nation’s leading public-private partnership for AM technology and education, will also be networking across both exhibit floors.
Social Time, Networking & Awards
As the final scheduled event on each of the three full conference days, there’s a chance to let your hair down and mingle with like minds in the networking events held on the exhibit floor. These informal gatherings are a cornerstone of the program and valuable to all for building relationships and exploring potential collaborations.
The RAPID + TCT Show Floor Reception kicks these events off, followed by the AM Industry Celebration, and then the RAPID + TCT Closing Social. With food, drinks, and entertainment located across the exhibits, all guests are welcome and can mingle on a lighter note to discuss the day’s events.
Awards ceremonies are also interspersed throughout the conference events, with three taking place between 12.30 p.m. and 1 p.m. each day on the Main Stage.
Up for grabs are awards such as the AM Industry Achievement Awards, the AM Start-Up Technology Awards, the AM Pitchfest Competition, the Digital Manufacturing Challenge Award, and the Aubin AM Case Study Awards.
All3DP is on site and will have the latest news on all the new machines at our Rapid + TCT Special Coverage micro-site.
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