Shows and conferences are slowly emerging from the effects of the global pandemic. Some offer both in-person and virtual experiences, others are returning to in-person only. The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) conference hosted roughly 2000 attendees a few weeks ago, and it was great to see everyone. The conference traditionally offers a range of […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group presents DINO awards to three members
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) presented its prestigious DINO (Distinguished INnovator Operator) Award for additive manufacturing expertise and service to three individuals. The awards were presented at the 35th annual users group conference held in Chicago, Illinois. AMUG representatives presented the DINO Awards in recognition of tenure in the additive manufacturing industry, years of […]
AMUG members elect three to Board of Directors
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced the election of three individuals to its Board of Directors. Mark Abshire, Shannon VanDeren and Jason Dickman will serve as President, Vice President and Director of Membership, respectively. These newly elected individuals have been actively involved in AMUG and the AMUG Conference for many years and in […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group names Technical Competition winners
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced the winners of its annual Technical Competition, which recognizes excellence in additive manufacturing applications and finishing techniques. A panel of industry veterans selected Bill Braune of Dinsmore, Inc. and Nanci Hardwick of MELD Manufacturing as winners in the Advanced Finishing and Advanced Concepts categories. AMUG Members selected […]
AMUG awards two scholarships
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the recipients of its scholarships. Frank Marquette, Professor of Practice at Troy University (Troy, Alabama), has been awarded the Randy Stevens Scholarship for educators in additive manufacturing. Akila Udage, who is pursuing a Ph.D. in architectural science with research focusing on additive manufacturing for lighting at Rensselaer Polytechnic […]
Keeping up with developments in additive manufacturing
The additive manufacturing industry is a constantly changing industry. There’s no better way to stay informed of all the developments then to attend one or more of the upcoming conferences. Taking into account that the ongoing pandemic could alter plans at short notice, various shows are offering a range of options for attendees including hybrid […]
Here are the keynote speakers for the 2022 AMUG Conference
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced its keynote speakers for the 2022 AMUG Conference, which will be held in Chicago, Illinois, from April 3 – 7, 2022. Kevin Czinger, founder, lead inventor, and CEO of Divergent 3D and Czinger Vehicles, and Ellen Lee, technical leader additive manufacturing research at Ford Motor Company, will take […]
Andy Christensen receives the AMUG Innovators Award
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced Andy Christensen, previously founder and president of Medical Modeling Inc. and currently an adjunct professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Cincinnati, as the recipient of its esteemed Innovators Award. AMUG bestows this award on those who have cultivated innovative ideas that have advanced the […]
AMUG Conference 2022 registration opens
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that online registration is available for its 2022 AMUG Conference, which will be held in Chicago, Illinois, April 3-7, 2022. The AMUG Conference is a users’ event that is open to owners and operators of industrial additive manufacturing (AM) technologies used for professional purposes. The AMUG Conference is […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group names Technical Competition Winners
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the winners of its annual Technical Competition, which recognizes excellence in additive manufacturing applications and finishing techniques. A panel of industry veterans selected Bill Braune of Dinsmore, Inc. and Vito Gervasi of Cadens LLC as winners of the competition held at the group’s 32nd annual conference in Orlando, […]
Terry Hoppe and Vince Anewenter Receive President’s Award from Additive Manufacturing Users Group
At its 32nd annual conference, the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) bestowed its prestigious President’s Award to two individuals, Terry Hoppe and Vince Anewenter. Over its 33-year history, AMUG has named just ten individuals as recipients of this award. Terry Hoppe, formerly Stratasys’ director of North American applications team, received the award posthumously. Sadly, Hoppe […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group’s 2021-2022 Board announced
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) will install its 2021-2022 Board of Directors on July 1, 2021. The board’s primary responsibilities will be to build and oversee the 2022 AMUG Conference and to implement a new organizational structure that will support the ongoing growth of this annual event. The ten-member board is comprised of both […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group presents DINO Awards to four members
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) has presented its prestigious DINO (Distinguished INnovator Operator) Award for additive manufacturing expertise and service to four individuals. The awards were presented at the 32nd annual users group conference held in Orlando, Florida. AMUG representatives presented the DINO Awards in recognition of tenure in the additive manufacturing industry, years […]
AMUG confirms Keynote Speaker and Innovators Showcase Honoree
Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that Jonathan M. Morris, M.D., director of the 3D Printing Anatomic Modeling Lab at Mayo Clinic, and Hans J. Langer, Ph.D., founder of EOS GmbH and chairman of EOS Group, will be featured at the AMUG Conference. The conference runs from May 2 – 6, 2021, and will take […]
AMUG announces two winners of its scholorship awards
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the recipients of its scholarships. John Sorvillo, director for Westwood Prep Academy at New Beginnings (Youngstown, Ohio), has been awarded the Randy Stevens Scholarship. Sean Dobson, who is pursuing a Ph.D. in material science at the University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, Ohio), has been awarded the Guy E. Bourdeau […]
AMUG Conference relocated to Florida
Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that it has been forced to move the location and the dates for its annual in-person AMUG Conference. The in-person event will now take place in Orlando, Florida, from May 2 – 6, 2021. The venue is the Hilton Orlando, a spacious, contemporary property. Carl Dekker, AMUG president, said, […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group awards ten DINOs
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) presented its prestigious DINO (Distinguished INnovator Operator) Award for additive manufacturing expertise and service to ten individuals. In lieu of an on-stage ceremony at the annual AMUG Conference, the DINO award presentations were a virtual event. Carl Dekker, AMUG president, said, “These are unprecedented times, so we took the […]
Postponement and rescheduling of the 32nd Annual AMUG Conference and Business Meeting
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced the postponement and rescheduling of the 32nd annual AMUG Conference and its annual Business Meeting. Due to unprecedented circumstances around the globe, in the United States and in the greater Chicago area, AMUG leadership has determined it is in the best interest of its members, sponsors, exhibitors […]
AMUG awards two scholarships
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the recipients of its scholarships. Katherine (Kate) Schneidau, who is pursuing a master’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Louisville, has been awarded the Guy E. Bourdeau Scholarship. Chris Kaminsky, Lakeshore Fab Lab manager at the Muskegon Community College, has been awarded the Randy Stevens Scholarship. […]
Dr. Hans Langer to receive the 2020 AMUG Innovators Award
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that Dr. Hans J. Langer, founder and former CEO of EOS GmbH and now the CEO and chairman of EOS GROUP, as the recipient of its esteemed Innovators Award. AMUG bestows this award on those that have cultivated innovative ideas that in turn have advanced the additive manufacturing […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group recognizes Elizabeth Goode with President’s Award
At its 31st annual conference, the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) presented Elizabeth Goode of Goode Ink with its President’s Award. Goode, the eighth to receive this prestigious award, is an additive manufacturing veteran and owner of Goode Ink, which provides consulting services for marketing and strategy. For the past nine years, she has been […]
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group recognizes experience and service
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) presented its prestigious DINO (Distinguished INnovator Operator) Award for additive manufacturing expertise and service to 10 individuals. The awards were presented at the 31st annual users group conference held in Chicago, Illinois. Standing before over 2,000 members, AMUG representatives presented the DINO Awards in recognition of tenure in the […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group names Technical Competition Winners
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) recognized excellence in additive manufacturing (AM) with the selection of winners in its annual Technical Competition. From 17 entries displayed at the annual AMUG Conference, a panel of industry veterans selected Erika Berg of Carbon, Maddie Frank of the University of Wisconsin, and Bill Braune of Met-L-Flo as the […]
Additive Manufacturing Users Group announces 2019 Scholarship recipients
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the recipients of its scholarships. Wenchao Zhou, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering at the University of Arkansas (U of A), has been awarded the Randy Stevens Scholarship. Victoria Sears, who is pursuing a master’s degree in bioengineering at the University of Michigan (UM), has […]
Keep up with additive manufacturing technology
Throughout 2018, additive-manufacturing vendors introduced a number of enhancements that make these systems faster at producing parts. And you can expect this trend to continue through 2019. Staying on top of this innovative, fast moving technology can be a challenge. In a few weeks, though, you will have a chance to learn more about these […]