In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld is joined by Madhi Jamshid and Scott Sevcik of the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Community to discuss significant trends and insights within the additive manufacturing industry. They delve into the history and evolution of the Wohlers Report, various advancements in different sectors like defense and consumer products, and the impact of geopolitical factors such as trade policies on the industry. The discussion also covers the maturity of additive manufacturing, the role of standards and certifications provided by ASTM, and future growth projections. Madhi and Scott offer a comprehensive view of how the industry has evolved and what to expect in the coming years. 

01:47 History and Evolution of Wohlers Report 

02:54 Wohler Report's Acquisition and Transformation 

06:35 Consulting and Advisory Services 

13:46 Emerging Trends in Additive Manufacturing 

30:28 Challenges and Slowdowns in the Industry 

38:01 Scalability in Hardware vs. Software Investments 

39:07 Impact of Politics and Trade Policies on Additive Manufacturing 

39:55 Complexities and Uncertainties in Global Supply Chains 

46:18 European Union's Defense Spending and Additive Manufacturing 

52:50 Role of Standards in Additive Manufacturing 

01:02:44 Future Trends and Industry Growth Projections 

01:14:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts