Featuring speakers from BMW, Siemens, GE Global Research, and Fraunhofer institutes, LIA's Laser Additive Manufacturing Workshop drew nearly 200 attendees who got a real-world view of the profit potential and pitfalls of industrial 3D printing. From unique job shop successes to visions of printing human tissue, attendees were treated to broad range of expert knowledge — including state-of-the-art strategies to eliminate cracking, clad large parts, and build high-value components.