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All of the Latest 3D Technologies. All of the Experts. All in One Place.

RAPID + TCT’s unparalleled exhibit floor, networking events and conference makes it the can’t-miss event of the year! Connections with the entire additive manufacturing industry and the discovering of solutions and applications will take attendees’ projects to the next level from April 8-10, 2025, in Detroit, MI.

Here’s Why You Need to Be at RAPID + TCT 2025

Industry Leading Keynotes Series

See, hear, and meet more than a dozen global additive manufacturing leaders who will headline the Keynote Series on the Main Stage. These are the visionaries charting the future of industrial 3D printing!

AM Industry Networking Event

AM Community Networking Events

RAPID + TCT is the industry’s gathering place. Join us and forge meaningful relationships – best done in person and over great refreshments! Prepare to meet your next key contact or favorite colleague. Everyone is welcome – your badge is your ticket.

30+ Years of AM Innovation

RAPID + TCT is North America’s most credible, comprehensive and influential additive manufacturing event in North America.

Explore Hands-On Exhibits

The expansive floor — more than four football fields in length —showcases technology from 400+ solutions providers and more than 30 of the top equipment builders and OEMs.

Explore the Latest Immersive AM Technologies

RAPID + TCT is the industry’s launch pad for new product announcements, AM innovations and leading-edge research. More new products (300+) are launched here than anywhere else.

Dynamic, Global Technical Conference Line Up

More than 1,000 conference delegates from 35+ countries will attend for world-class content focused on Automotive, Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Energy, Construction and more. Learn from 200+ speakers, hosting 160+ technical presentations and more than 80 hours of premium content available in-person and digitally on demand so you don’t miss a single talk!

Every Aspect of AM

The whole industry will be represented from corporate executives to design engineers and software developers to investors and more. It’s the place to stay relevant, remain informed and hear about the latest trends in AM affecting your bottom line.

Meet Global Leaders in AM Technology

Connect with industry innovators as you explore the entire AM ecosystem including design, materials, hardware, software, post-processing, and quality.

60+ Leaders Discuss Emerging Trends

Engage with and learn from industry organizations in the SME ZONE Theater as they present evolving trends and topics critical to AM’s future including regenerative medicine, sustainability and bioprinting, regulations, and the digital thread.

The largest additive manufacturing industry event is almost here!

Don’t miss RAPID + TCT, the most influential additive manufacturing event in North America! Registration is now open!
“RAPID + TCT is always on the forefront of technology and way ahead of any other conference I go to. If I could only do one conference a year, this would be it. ”
Michael Kraabel, Bolin