Episode #83 | Ceramics, Conferences, and the Future of 3D Printing With Craig Rosenblum

The Lattice (Official 3DHEALS Podcast)

When EOS president Glynn Fletcher declared "3D printing is cool, but cool is not a business model" at Rapid TCT 2025, he captured the evolution across the additive manufacturing landscape. In this eye-opening conversation with Craig Rosenblum, president of Himed, we explore how the industry matures beyond technological demonstrations toward practical, sustainable applications.
Craig brings a unique perspective as both a materials science expert and the leader of a 35-year-old biomaterials company (Himed) that has adapted to incorporate 3D printing into its portfolio. He walks us through the shifts he observed at North America's largest 3D printing conference, where the atmosphere has noticeably changed from previous years' technology showcases to focused discussions on industry-specific solutions.
The conversation reveals fascinating developments, from the MIT startup creating "gravity-defying" materials through Rapid Liquid Printing in hydrogels to the reality behind AI buzzwords in additive manufacturing. We discuss how the ecosystem surrounding 3D printing is expanding, with increased participation from supporting industries like materials suppliers and testing laboratories, who recognize their crucial role in advancing the technology.
Perhaps most compelling is the emphasis on collaboration over competition. As Stratasys CEO Yoav Zeif noted, "The competition is status quo" - a recognition that advancing additive manufacturing requires collective effort across sectors rather than siloed approaches. This collaborative mindset particularly resonates in healthcare applications, where improved patient outcomes provide a powerful shared purpose.
Whether you're a 3D printing professional, healthcare innovator, or curious about how manufacturing is evolving, this conversation offers valuable insights into an industry at an inflection point - moving from what's possible to what's useful, from technological spectacle to sustainable transformation.

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Himed and Craig Rosenblum (00:00:00)

2. Himed's Evolution Over 35 Years (00:08:40)

3. Rapid TCT Conference 2025 Overview (00:17:45)

4. "Cool Is Not A Business Model" (00:25:08)

5. Industry Collaboration vs Competition (00:34:41)

6. Navigating the Conference Floor (00:39:56)

7. Innovative Companies and Technologies (00:44:34)

8. AI in 3D Printing: Reality Check (00:47:05)