Addidex Connect Event Draws Nearly 200 to 3D Makers Zone in Haarlem
A specialized additive manufacturing event focused on robotic 3D printing attracted 170 attendees in Haarlem, Netherlands.
Amsterdam-based Addidex recently held a two-day symposium called Addidex Connect at the 3D Makers Zone in Haarlem, Netherlands, drawing nearly 200 participants. The event focused on robotic large-format additive manufacturing, bringing together systems integrators, engineers, software firms, and industry professionals. The event emphasized practical problem-solving and collaboration, with topics including design and toolpath logic, material behavior at scale, and adaptive fabrication.
The conference featured speakers from companies and institutions such as Nagami, Noumena, Caracol, and TU Delft. Attendees included representatives from robotic printing firms like MX3D, CEAD, and More Than Layers. Conference founder Michael John Sweers highlighted the collaborative spirit of the event, noting that even direct competitors engaged in open dialogue and shared knowledge. He emphasized the importance of connecting specialists in the niche field of robotic additive manufacturing.
Sweers stated that the event’s success demonstrated a strong demand for focused, technical gatherings. He plans to make the next event in July 2027 more hands-on, with dedicated stages for different materials and workshops to address real-world integration challenges. The event aims to foster deeper collaboration and accelerate the development of robotic additive manufacturing solutions.
Addidex Connect highlights the growing importance of specialized events in additive manufacturing, particularly for robotic large-format 3D printing. By focusing on collaboration and practical problem-solving, the event supports the broader trend of integrating advanced manufacturing techniques into industrial production. Its emphasis on material behavior, toolpath strategies, and cross-industry cooperation aligns with the push for scalable, reliable AM solutions in aerospace and other high-demand sectors.
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