Design For Additive Manufacturing Workshop

Empower Your Team to Design Smarter

for Additive—Not Just Print

Why DfAM? The Purpose Behind the Workshop

The Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) Workshop helps organizations move beyond basic 3D printing knowledge to unlock the full potential of additive manufacturing. The goal? Equip engineering and product development teams with the tools and confidence to design parts specifically for AM—improving performance, reducing costs, and transforming workflows.

 

This workshop is ideal for product designers, engineers, and manufacturers who are exploring production-level 3D printing or looking to gain a competitive edge through smarter design. As additive manufacturing technology matures, many organizations are realizing their equipment is underutilized—not because of hardware limitations, but because traditional design methods no longer apply. DfAM bridges that gap.

Inside the Workshop: Structure & Hands-On Learning

EAC Additive’s DfAM workshop is a two-day, on-site engagement designed for small groups (3–6 people). The format is intentionally immersive and hands-on:

  • Day 1: Foundational principles and additive design concepts
  • Day 2: Advanced techniques, industry applications, and integration activities using your own parts

Participants will work directly with real-world examples from their own operations, learning how to redesign legacy parts, explore lightweighting opportunities, and assess manufacturability. The curriculum is tailored to your industry and role—whether you're focused on prototyping, production, or performance optimization.

Common Challenges, Real Outcomes

Many teams come into the workshop with common misconceptions: “Additive is just for prototyping,” or “We can just print our existing CAD files.” The reality? Designs must be rethought from the ground up to harness AM's full value.

 

During the workshop, participants often have “aha” moments when they realize how drastically they can redesign a part—and how those decisions impact strength, cost, and speed. One customer, for example, applied DfAM principles to reduce part weight by 42% and cut lead time from three weeks to just three days.

 

The workshop also accelerates adoption by building internal alignment and confidence. Your team will walk away with the ability to evaluate parts for AM, justify ROI, and drive scalable AM strategies—well beyond prototyping.

What You'll Take Away

Company-specific DfAM guidelines

Get tailored guidelines based on your team’s parts, workflows, and objectives—designed to help you apply additive best practices directly within your existing product development process.

Improved AM design capabilities

Build foundational and advanced design skills for additive manufacturing, enabling your engineers to confidently create optimized, high-performing parts.

Actionable insights

Leave with clear, data-backed strategies that identify where AM can cut lead times, lower material usage, and streamline production—from prototyping to end-use parts.

Curious About Additive? That’s the Perfect Place to Start.

Unsure if you're ready? That’s exactly why this workshop exists.
Readiness isn’t about having the latest 3D printer—it’s about adopting the right mindset. If your team is even slightly curious about additive manufacturing, this is the perfect moment to begin.

Let’s explore the possibilities together.
A quick discovery call will help us assess whether it’s the right fit and customize the experience for your team’s needs.

Your AM Questions, Answered

How long is the DfAM workshop?

The standard workshop runs over two full days, conducted on-site with your team. It can be adjusted based on team size, schedule, or specific objectives.

Do I need to have 3D printing equipment to participate?

Not at all. The workshop focuses on design principles and additive thinking. Whether you're new to additive or already have printers, the content is designed to meet you where you are and scale with your goals.

What kind of roles benefit most from attending?

Design engineers, product developers, manufacturing engineers, operations leads, and even procurement or innovation managers. Any role involved in the lifecycle of a part will benefit from learning DfAM best practices.

Is the workshop industry-specific?

The content is tailored to your organization, parts, and industry context. Whether you're in aerospace, medical devices, consumer products, or heavy machinery, we customize examples and exercises to your real-world challenges.

What deliverables do we get after the workshop?

You’ll receive:

  • Custom DfAM guidelines and insights for your team
  • Evaluated part candidates for AM
  • Strategic recommendations for future implementation
  • Optional follow-up support from EAC Additive

What if we’re just exploring additive and not ready to invest?

That’s exactly when this workshop is most valuable. You don’t need equipment to gain insight. This session helps your team understand what’s possible, evaluate ROI, and prepare for a smarter, phased approach to adoption.

How do we get started?

Just reach out to the EAC Additive team. A quick discovery call will help us understand your goals and align the agenda to your team’s needs.

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