The Open House event on February 5, 2026, at the AM Pioneers Technology Center was a resounding success, once again demonstrating the vibrancy and innovative spirit of the community surrounding additive manufacturing. From metal 3D printing and ceramic 3D printing to micro-3D printing, metal binder jetting, metal injection molding (MIM), and modern industrial manufacturing technologies, the breadth of expertise on display was impressive. Numerous participants from industry and research followed the invitation and enjoyed an exciting evening filled with technical insights, personal conversations, and inspiring exchange.

Technical Highlights & Engaging Presentations

After a warm and welcoming get-together, the official evening program began. The event was hosted by Christian Pfleiderer, CEO of AM Pioneers, who guided the audience through the evening with professional expertise, clarity, and a strong personal presence. Following a brief company introduction of AM Pioneers by Thomas Ihring, Head of Engineering, the technical program commenced with a series of high-quality presentations on current developments, technologies and applications in the field of metal, micro and ceramic 3D printing.

The participants gained in-depth insights into a wide range of additive manufacturing processes and practical real-world applications:

• Eyal Manzoor (Arc Impact Acquisition Corporation, Owner of the Desktop Metal® brand and products) opened the program with a review of Desktop Metal’s development and a strategic outlook on future market and technology trends.
• David Clemens (Carbolite) presented a comprehensive overview of modern sintering furnace technologies and their industrial applications.
• Peter Quadbeck (Offenburg University of Applied Sciences) introduced a medical technology application for the production of biodegradable molybdenum components using binder jetting.
• Max Power Life Science showcased further medical technology use cases including the manufacture of implants and surgical instruments using metal binder jetting.
• Tassilo Moritz (Fraunhofer IKTS) provided insights into additive manufacturing processes for the production of diamond SiC components.
• Marouene Zouaoui (EAC Metal) presented a wide range consumer goods applications – from design objects and statues to bicycle accessories and jewelry.
• Stefan Zilm (Maxon Group) highlighted current developments in ceramic 3D printing.
• Nicolai Sauer (Sinto Advanced Ceramics) demonstrated industrial applications and practical examples from the field of technical ceramics.
• Peter Hautke (BRIGHT) concluded the event with the presentation of an electronic connector for automotive applications, realized using micro 3D printing.

The high technical quality of the presentations, the wide range of topics and the numerous questions from the audience impressively underlined the great interest and relevance of additive manufacturing technologies in a wide variety of industries.

Tour of the Technology Center

A special highlight of the evening was the exclusive tour of the new Technology Center. Led by Thomas Ihring, visitors were able to experience first-hand how modern 3D printing technologies work in practice – from industrial printers and sintering furnaces to specialized software solutions.

Many guests particularly valued the direct interaction with the machines and the opportunity to discuss technical questions on-site, highlighting this hands-on experience as a significant added value.

Networking & culinary finale

After the presentations and explorations of the Technology Center, the evening offered plenty of opportunity for in-depth networking. Over delicious finger food, participants relaxed, made new connections, and engaged in meaningful, technically rich conversations about current challenges and future projects.

The structured yet informal atmosphere helped discussions to develop naturally- an environment that is ideal for inspiration and collaboration.

Conclusion

The Open House at the AM Pioneers Technology Center was far more than just an event – it was a vibrant platform for exchange among experts, users, and innovators in additive manufacturing. With numerous technical impulses, hands-on demonstrations, and intensive discussions, the event sent a strong signal of the pioneering spirit and innovative strength of the industry.

We are already looking forward to the next event and to the continued development of the Technology Center as a central hub for exchange, learning and networking within the 3D printing community.

AM Pioneers:
We are Europe’s leading partner for consulting and implementation of 3D printing technologies in industrial manufacturing. Founded in 2021, AM Pioneers was established with the goal of supporting manufacturing companies in integrating additive manufacturing (3D printing) into their existing manufacturing processes. Rapid technological developments are now enabling companies to replace conventional manufacturing methods with additive processes, or to apply them in hybrid manufacturing that create real added value – resulting in significant gains in efficiency, flexibility and cost-effectiveness. As a reseller of leading manufacturers and a full-service 3D printing provider, we offer customized solutions for the entire process chain. Our team of 3D printing experts will support you throughout the entire process for an effective introduction to additive manufacturing.