RAPID + TCT 2024: What Were the Key Takeaways From the Event?

Rapid + TCT 2024 has officially closed its doors. Taking place this year in sunny Los Angeles, California, the event was held between June 25th and 27th, and included many new and interesting features. For example, the Executive Perspective keynote discussions with key decision makers in additive manufacturing and the Hollywood Showcase, both of which captivated attendees. As Bob Willig of SME succinctly put it on the first day, “Where else can you be with thousands of people with a common love of and connection to additive manufacturing?”

Throughout RAPID + TCT, we saw a number of trends that have been popping up over the past few years. Sustainability continues to be an incredibly important topic for the industry. This is unsurprising, considering the significant potential for additive manufacturing in greener production.

The sign on the Los Angeles Convention Center welcoming attendees to RAPID + TCT 2024

The pessimism that has become more common due to the turmoil of 2023 was also present. But despite that, hope was also prominent. Most manufacturers continue to innovate and expand the universe of 3D printing capabilities, in defiance of doubts that have been raised.