April 23-26, 2018 | Fort Worth Convention Center | Fort Worth, TX | Exhibits April 24-26
April 20, 2016
Hosted by Advanced Manufacturing Media, the RAPID + TCT Technology LaunchPad is a showcase around the latest must-see technologies, applications and new product announcements. Located in the Show Floor Theater, the event will feature several 15-minute, […]
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April 1, 2016
Networking receptions will be offered throughout the week to keep the interaction going. Connect with industry experts and network with peers in a relaxed environment. Welcome Event TBA Show Floor Networking Reception Cost: […]
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March 23, 2016
Choose from several workshops covering concepts that will open your eyes to new manufacturing possibilities and advance your understanding of 3D printing, scanning, and additive manufacturing. The workshops will feature experts in metal additive manufacturing, casting, medical 3D printing, […]
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March 23, 2016
Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of additive manufacturing, 3D scanning, and medical 3D printing at the RAPID + TCT Tech Briefings. This is a great opportunity for those not attending the conference to get a better […]
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March 23, 2016
Don’t know where to begin? Take a tour of the show floor to get the most out of your RAPID + TCT experience. One of SME’s Additive Manufacturing Community experts will guide you around the show floor, […]
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March 9, 2016
Over the last decade, the evolution of the Internet of Things, Big Data and the desire for ever-increasing productivity has driven the smart manufacturing movement. The growing need for education, alongside increased offerings and adoption, […]
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March 9, 2016
Located on the show floor, the Theater is where you can explore the latest advancements in 3D technologies. You’ll hear from additive manufacturing’s brightest leaders on where the industry is headed next in medical, materials, […]
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March 9, 2016
Located throughout the event, the 3D Art Gallery highlights innovative applications of 3D printing created by artists from across the nation. Additive Manufacturing can be used by the manufacturing industry at large or by a […]
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March 9, 2016
The 3D Playground will feature a variety of fun 3D experiences. Come get hands on opportunities with 3D scanning, 3D printing, specialized materials, and new production solutions. See how these solutions are being applied to […]
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March 9, 2016
If you’re looking for new technologies or processes, partnership opportunities with startup companies or researchers, investment opportunities, or companies with an innovative product to sell, then you need to attend the Innovation Auditions! Qualified innovators selected […]
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March 9, 2016
Explore the possibilities by visiting the RAPID + TCT Innovation Connections area on the show floor. Universities, research facilities and start-ups will share their efforts to improve, expand, and accelerate additive manufacturing. View the RAPID […]
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March 9, 2016
Make sure you look for the Innovation Exchange pieces on the show floor. Scattered around is a display of some of the most ground-breaking advances in additive manufacturing over the years.
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March 9, 2016
Medical/biomedical is one of the fastest growing application areas of additive manufacturing. The SME Medical Manufacturing Innovations (MMI) series at RAPID + TCT explores life-changing additive applications, including patient-matched implants, prosthetics, bone and tissue […]
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March 8, 2016
The RAPID + TCT Puzzle Challenge helps attendees explore the different additive manufacturing technologies and materials represented on the show floor. You’ll have the opportunity to collect the pieces of a puzzle and assemble them into […]
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January 23, 2016
The RAPID + TCT keynote presentations will leave you inspired and eager to explore the wealth of information available at the event. Each morning will feature an industry-leading speaker to start the day off right. VIEW […]
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March 15, 2015
At this unique show floor feature, event attendees view poster displays of projects or research in the areas of 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and 3D imaging. Gain additional information of interest including a glimpse into […]
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March 23, 2014
The goal of the SME Student Innovation Tour is to create interest, excitement and an appreciation for the technology, as well as to build awareness with students and educators about manufacturing career pathways. Schools interested in participating in this […]
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March 22, 2013
The Additive Manufacturing Leadership Initiative (AMLI), based at Tooling U-SME, undertook the updating of the Additive Manufacturing Body of Knowledge in 2016, in order to reflect this rapidly evolving manufacturing process. The AMLI consists of […]
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