Frankfurt once again became the global stage for industrial 3D printing as Formnext 2025 brought together more than 800 exhibitors from November 18–21, showcasing the next era of manufacturing.
As the leading hub for Additive Manufacturing, Formnext is the go-to platform for industrial 3D printing experts and production professionals across diverse industries. The exhibition floor was buzzing with innovation, networking, and cutting-edge solutions along the entire AM process chain.
We at FETI were proud to be part of this event—because we bring expertise in these areas and are committed to ensuring that Furukawa’s unique industrial laser technologies become key enablers in Additive Manufacturing.
Key Trends and Takeaways:
- Sustainability, automation, and scalability are driving the future
- Growing share of multi-material components in polymer and metal AM
- Large, complex geometries additively manufactured (including copper and advanced alloys)
- Robot-based 3D printing for metals, polymers, and foams
- AI-driven automation and robotic post-processing for mass production
- Solutions focused on scalability for serial manufacturing
- Eco-friendly materials and recycled polymers for greener production
- Powder production trends: cost reduction, specialized powders (oxygen-free copper), process innovations
Why It Matters
Additive Manufacturing is no longer niche—it’s a strategic enabler for aerospace, defense, healthcare, and beyond. The emphasis on smart automation and sustainability signals a new era of industrial production.
