3Degrees Discussions

In this episode of 3Degrees Discussions, host Mike Vasquez sits down with Jon Walker, a manufacturing industry veteran with more than two decades of experience spanning machining, automation, additive manufacturing, and Industry 4.0. Throughout his career, Jon has held leadership positions with Mazak, GF Machining Solutions, EOS, and Xometry, helping manufacturers evaluate, adopt, and scale advanced manufacturing technologies. His experience provides a unique perspective on how traditional manufacturing and emerging technologies are converging to shape the future of the industry. During the conversation, Jon shares insights from his journey through manufacturing sales and business development, lessons learned from working with companies across aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets, and his perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing manufacturers today. We also discuss additive manufacturing adoption, digital transformation, automation, workforce development, and where Industry 4.0 is delivering real value. Whether you're involved in additive manufacturing, machining, automation, or manufacturing leadership, this episode offers practical insights from someone who has spent his career helping organizations navigate technological change. Topics discussed: Jon's manufacturing career journey Additive manufacturing adoption and growth Industry 4.0 and digital transformation Automation and advanced manufacturing technologies Sales and business development in manufacturing Workforce development and industry trends Opportunities and challenges facing manufacturers Learn more about 3Degrees: www.3degreescompany.com #AdditiveManufacturing #AdvancedManufacturing #Industry40 #Manufacturing #3DPrinting #DigitalManufacturing #Automation #EOS #Xometry #Mazak #ManufacturingLeadership #3DegreesDiscussions

From South Bend, Indiana, welcome to 3Degrees Discussions — I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This podcast dives into the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the 3D printing industry. In this episode, I’m joined by Bryan Sherman, Chief Metallurgist at DSH Technologies. Bryan brings over two decades of experience in metal injection molding (MIM) and sinter-based manufacturing, with deep expertise in debinding, sintering, and process development across both MIM and metal additive manufacturing. His background spans part design through full-scale production, giving him a unique perspective on process control, repeatability, and quality. As interest continues to grow in sinter-based additive manufacturing, Bryan shares lessons learned from MIM and how they apply to scaling AM technologies today. Learn more & subscribe: Visit www.3degreescompany.com Listen on your favorite platform: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more Work with us: Looking for support with materials, qualification, or additive manufacturing strategy? Reach out at info@3degreescompany.com

From South Bend, welcome to 3Degrees Discussions. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez, and this podcast explores the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the world of additive manufacturing and 3D printing. In this episode, I’m joined by Daniel Werner, a materials engineer specializing in powder bed fusion across both polymer and metal additive manufacturing. Daniel previously worked at EMS, supporting materials development and customer-facing AM programs, and is currently focused on advancing PBF materials and accelerating their transition from R&D into scalable, production-ready applications with INSPIRE in Switzerland. During our conversation, Daniel offers a candid perspective on the realities of materials commercialization in additive manufacturing, noting that “it typically takes four years and more than two million dollars to transition a new powder concept from early development to full commercial deployment.” We dig into what drives that timeline and cost, where companies tend to underestimate the effort, and how teams can better position new materials for successful scale-up. Before we get started, head over to 3Degrees at www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. You can listen to 3Degrees Discussions wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Stitcher. If you or your organization are looking for support with materials development, qualification, or broader additive manufacturing strategy, reach out to the 3Degrees team through our website or by email at info@3degreescompany.com . For more episodes, insights, and AM content, visit www.3degreescompany.com .

From South Bend, Indiana, welcome to 3Degrees Discussions — the podcast devoted to the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the 3D printing and advanced manufacturing world. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. In this episode, I’m joined by Jonathan Pegues. Jonathan helps teams push the science and application of advanced manufacturing forward, with a career rooted in: Microstructural analysis Process and build optimization Practical problem-solving across refractory and reactive alloy systems Jonathan has a rare ability to translate deep technical insights into real-world manufacturing solutions—improving product performance, streamlining development cycles, and bridging the gap between R&D, manufacturing operations, and industry partners. Throughout his career, he’s focused on helping organizations understand how manufacturing decisions impact material behavior, structural performance, and long-term reliability. 🔗 Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-pegues/ Before we get started, head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. You can listen to 3Degrees Discussions wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, and Stitcher. If you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, or general Additive Manufacturing support, reach out to the 3Degrees team: 🌐 Website: https://www.3degreescompany.com 📧 Email: info@3degreescompany.com Thanks for listening, and enjoy the conversation with Jonathan Pegues.

3Degrees Discussions – Ep. 155 | John Barnes (Additive Nexus) From South Bend, Indiana—welcome to 3Degrees Discussions. I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This show digs into the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the 3D printing industry. About this episode My guest is John Barnes, founder of Additive Nexus, a consultancy that helps heavy industry scale additive manufacturing from pilot to production. John previously led AM initiatives within ExxonMobil’s Technical Computing group, connecting engineering, supply chain, and maintenance to real-world AM use cases. We also get into his work around industry standards and digital inventory—think API 20S/20T frameworks and the broader push to make on-demand, trustworthy spare parts a reality at scale. What we cover: Moving from AM pilots to true production in heavy industry Lessons from deploying AM inside a complex enterprise Digital inventory, part criticality, and qualification pathways How API 20S/20T and other standards shape adoption Building trust in on-demand parts—quality, data, and traceability Subscribe & listen Catch every episode and sign up for updates at www.3degreescompany.com . Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or Stitcher—search 3Degrees Discussions wherever you get your podcasts. Work with us If your team needs help with materials, qualification, or general Additive Manufacturing support, reach out at info@3degreescompany.com or visit www.3degreescompany.com . Hashtags: #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #DigitalInventory #Industrial3DPrinting #AMStandards #API20S #API20T #SupplyChain #OnDemandParts #ManufacturingTech

Aaron Chow | AI, Lattices & the Future of 3D Printing Design | 3Degrees Discussions Podcast In this episode, Mike Vasquez sits down with Aaron Chow, co-founder and CEO of Vixiv, a Cincinnati-based startup revolutionizing the way engineers design and test 3D-printed parts. With deep experience in electrical engineering and additive manufacturing, Aaron shares how his team is using AI and real-world failure data to optimize complex lattice structures for strength, weight, and performance. We talk about the evolution of Vixiv (formerly Voxel), the challenges of turning physical testing into usable digital insights, and how his work could reshape design-to-manufacture workflows across industries. 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at: https://www.3degreescompany.com 📩 Contact us at: info@3degreescompany.com #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Vixiv #AI #Engineering #Lattices #AdvancedManufacturing #DesignOptimization #3DegreesDiscussions

🎙️ Welcome to 3Degrees Discussions, a podcast from South Bend, Indiana, hosted by Mike Vasquez. In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Molitch-Hou, Content Strategy and Marketing Manager for Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs at ASTM International. Michael leads communications for the Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and brings over a decade of 3D printing experience to his role, helping shape the global conversation around advanced manufacturing standards, outreach, and innovation. 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe at www.3degreescompany.com and catch every episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for support with materials, qualification, or additive manufacturing strategy? Reach out to our team at info@3degreescompany.com. #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Podcast #ASTM #AMCoE #ManufacturingInnovation #3DegreesDiscussions

From South Bend, Indiana — welcome to 3Degrees Discussions! I’m your host, Mike Vasquez. This podcast dives into the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the future of the 3D Printing industry. In this episode, we sit down with Laurie Krupa, a seasoned sales leader who has made a major impact in the world of additive manufacturing. Laurie brings years of experience in driving growth and community engagement across the AM sector. She’s also an active force in Women in 3D Printing, organizing events to connect and empower others in the space. 🔥 Exciting update — Laurie now runs her own business: Clearlake Insights, where she continues her mission to move the industry forward through strategic insights and partnerships. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, or Stitcher. 👉 Subscribe and learn more at: www.3degreescompany.com 📬 Looking for support in materials, qualification, or general AM challenges? Contact us at info@3degreescompany.com #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #WomenIn3DPrinting #ClearlakeInsights #Innovation #3DegreesDiscussions #Podcast

3Degrees Discussions is a podcast dedicated to exploring the stories behind the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the 3D printing industry. Hosted by Mike Vasquez from South Bend, Indiana, each episode dives into groundbreaking advancements, industry challenges, and the people shaping the future of additive manufacturing. In this episode, we welcome Harshil Goel, an inventor, engineer, and mathematician with degrees in pure mathematics and mechanical engineering from UC Berkeley. As the leader of Dyndrite, Harshil is on a mission to revolutionize digital manufacturing through modern software innovations. Subscribe to 3Degrees Discussions at www.3degreescompany.com and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. For additive manufacturing support, materials, and qualification inquiries, contact the team at info@3degreescompany.com.

That was Nick Sonnentag. Nick founded Sunnyday Technologies in 2023 and converted his basement workshop into a fully-functioning concrete additive manufacturing lab where he works several nights a week to test, create, and modify binder systems for 3D printing. Nick currently works at Oshkosh Corporation where he leads efforts to integrate advanced manufacturing methods and materials into heavy-duty automotive applications with a strong emphasis on large-scale 3D printing technologies. This included work with Oak Ridge National Laboratory to investigate and develop a construction 3D printer system for portland cement based mortar. Nick holds a Bachelor of Science in Material Science and Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Before we get started head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. Remember you can listen to the show anywhere you download your podcasts including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or Stitcher. Also, if you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, and or general Additive Manufacturing support. Reach out to the team through our website or via email at info@3degreescompany.com

That was Mohsen Taheri Andani. Mohsen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, with a courtesy appointment in Materials Science & Engineering. He received his Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan in 2022 under the supervision of Prof. Amit Misra. His research focuses on establishing the inter-relationship between processing, microstructure, and properties in metallic materials. Mohsen has worked on several material characterization projects and has published over 35 journal articles in the areas of metal additive manufacturing, materials characterization, and mechanical properties of materials Before we get started head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. Remember you can listen to the show anywhere you download your podcasts including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or Stitcher. Also, if you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, and or general Additive Manufacturing support. Reach out to the team through our website or via email at info@3degreescompany.com Be sure to check out our website www.3degreescompany.com for more content.

That was Andy Davis. Andy spent most of his 19 years with the Army working in and around manufacturing technology and the defense industrial base. In his role with the Department of Defense (DoD), Andy was part of the team that responded to the White House call to establish the Manufacturing USA institutes, championed the initial Army, and eventually DoD-wide additive manufacturing technology roadmaps; and convened key Army AM leaders to form the Army’s AM Community of Practice (CoP), all leading to a more coordinated and collaborative strategy behind the Army’s advanced manufacturing investments. His last position with the DoD, prior to joining TBGA, was as the Deputy Director and Chief Technology Officer of the Industrial Base Analysis & Sustainment (IBAS) program Before we get started head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. Remember you can listen to the show anywhere you download your podcasts including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or Stitcher. Also, if you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, and or general Additive Manufacturing support. Reach out to the team through our website or via email at info@3degreescompany.com

That was Sarah Jordan. Sarah is a metallurgical engineer and materials scientist who is passionate about solving problems, process improvement, and process efficiency. She has worked in metal additive manufacturing (3D printing) since 2015. Sarah is currently focused on developing a new hybrid process called additive manufacturing evaporative casting (AMEC) at her company Skuld Before we get started head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. Remember you can listen to the show anywhere you download your podcasts including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or Stitcher. Also, if you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, and or general Additive Manufacturing support. Reach out to the team through our website or via email at info@3degreescompany.com