Michael Petch, Author at 3D Printing Industry

Michael Petch

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Michael Petch is the editor-in-chief at 3DPI and the author of several books on 3D printing. He is a regular keynote speaker at technology conferences where he has delivered presentations such as 3D printing with graphene and ceramics and the use of technology to enhance food security. Michael is most interested in the science behind emerging technology and the accompanying economic and social implications.

Michiel Alting von Geusau, CEO UltiMaker. Photo via UltiMaker.

INTERVIEW: New UltiMaker CEO Michiel Alting von Geusau

UltiMaker has announced a new CEO. Michiel Alting von Geusau has replaced Nadav Goshen as leader of the company created by the merger of Ultimaker and Makerbot in 2022. 3D Printing Industry spoke to …

Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center. Photo by Michael Petch.

Formnext South China 2023: The Future of 3D Printing Unveiled in Shenzhen

3D Printing Industry recently visited Shenzhen, China, for Formnext + PM South China, an emerging showcase for 3D printing innovations. Formnext South China concluded its second edition this year with…

AM Forum Berlin 2023 How 3D printing is used in the supply chain: Insights from Siemens Mobility, SNCF, and CTC Airbus

Reporting from AM Forum Berlin 2023, we saw how 3D printing is used in the supply chain in the automotive, mobility, and defense sectors. This article provides insights into the railway industry…

AM Forum Moderator Sven Krause introduces a panel at the AM Forum Berlin. Photo by Michael Petch.

AM Forum Berlin 2023 How 3D printing is used in the supply chain: Daimler, Materialise, CNH, Stratasys and the German Navy

How is 3D printing changing supply chains? The prospect of decentralized spare part production, reduction of storage costs, and active control of entire supply chains – benefits long touted as t…

Following the conclusion of its merger with Trine, Desktop Metal has now gone live on the NYSE. Photo via Desktop Metal.

Stratasys moving forward with Desktop Metal merger, according to new filing

Is the Stratasys and 3D Systems merger still proceeding? A joint proxy statement filed by Stratasys with the SEC sets a date for a “Desktop Metal special meeting,” where the proposed merger between St…

3D Printing Industry Awards 2023 Nominations Open

The 3D Printing Industry Awards are back. Once again, we ask the question, who are the leaders in 3D printing? The 2023 3D Printing Industry Awards return to a live format and will take place on…

3D Systems Healthcare Technology Center. Photo by Michael Petch.

3D Systems and Stratasys merger – financial results provide an update

The 3D Systems and Stratasys merger has not taken the step forward anticipated today. Anticipation that the conclusion of a deal would come with the publication of financial results for both 3D System…

3D Systems Partners with Theradaptive to Advance Regenerative Medicine

3D Systems, a leader in additive manufacturing solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with biopharmaceutical firm, Theradaptive. This collaboration seeks to integrate Theradaptive’s pr…

AM Forum Berlin 2023: How to use 3D printing for a competitive edge? Insights from SLM Solutions, Bosch, Weidmüller Interface & Weisser Spulenkörper

AM Forum Berlin 2023 had the overarching theme of Additive Manufacturing in a VUCA world. What is a VUCA world, you might ask? It’s one characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and …

[WATCH] How 3DP4ME provides access to healthcare with 3D printing

Hearing loss affects 430 million people globally, with only 3% of those in lower-income countries having access to hearing aids. In Jordan, where there are only 27 licensed audiologists for over 11.3 …