Welcome to the Technology Pioneers podcast! In this episode we are joined by Ronald Peeters and Adrienn Matis, both experts in additive manufacturing within Capgemini Engineering. Ronald and Adrienn share their extensive knowledge and insights into the world of additive manufacturing, discussing its current applications, challenges, and future potential.

Key topics include:

• Understanding Additive Manufacturing: An overview of the different techniques and materials used in additive manufacturing, including both polymer and metal applications.
• Applications and Innovations: How additive manufacturing is being used in various industries, from dental applications to large-scale projects like printing bridges.
• Hybrid Manufacturing: The integration of additive manufacturing with traditional machining processes to create intricate and high-quality components.
• Sustainability and Business Cases: The role of additive manufacturing in promoting sustainability through material efficiency and reuse, and how companies can build strong business cases for its adoption.
• Future Trends: The potential for scaling additive manufacturing to mass production and the ongoing developments in the field.

Ronald and Adrienn also discuss the importance of understanding the specific needs and business cases of clients to provide the right additive manufacturing solutions, and how Capgemini Engineering is investing in this technology to stay at the forefront of innovation.

Technology Pioneers is a podcast that explores emerging technologies, dives head first into high tech product development and is curious about new uses of existing technology. This podcast is hosted by Tom van de Ven. Tom works as a principal solutions manager for Capgemini Engineering in the Netherlands and uses his curiosity to talk with the guests in this show. Feel free to contact him on mailto:tom.vande.ven@capgemini.com.