Project DIAMOnD Additive Insight Exchange December 2026
Join other PD members to connect and discuss ideas...
For more information contact Maureen Kijek
Project DIAMOnD Additive Insight Exchange
Listen. Learn. Print.
The Project DIAMOnD Additive Insight Exchange is a monthly discussion series hosted at the Digital Transformation Center (DTC), designed to help Michigan manufacturers deepen their understanding of 3D printing and additive manufacturing in a collaborative, conversational format.
Each session offers an open forum for PD grant participants and local manufacturers to bring their questions directly to DTC experts and learn from the experiences of their peers. Whether you’re exploring how to validate a product through the DTC, curious about reverse engineering tools, or considering your first investment in additive equipment, the Additive Insight Exchange provides practical, real-world guidance from those already applying these technologies.
Sessions also feature live demonstrations of the Project DIAMOnD Marketplace, giving participants a closer look at the ordering and fulfillment process from both the vendor and customer perspective. These walkthroughs highlight how manufacturers can engage with the network, fulfill orders collaboratively, and unlock new opportunities through distributed production.
Have a technical question about part design or Project DIAMOnD Academy? DTC experts are available to help. With experience across design, materials, production hardware and digital workflows, they can provide guidance on a wide range of technical challenges—offering direct, practical support during each session.
The series is centered on open conversation and collaboration, helping participants build confidence, exchange ideas, and strengthen their understanding of additive manufacturing together.
Join us each month at the DTC to connect with experts, exchange ideas, and strengthen your path toward digital transformation—one layer at a time.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hour 1: Welcome to Project DIAMOnD (11:00 – 12:00)
For newcomers and those exploring additive manufacturing
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Overview of Project DIAMOnD — mission, Marketplace, and how to get involved
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Live demo of the Project DIAMOnD Marketplace — how to browse, list, and buy/sell printable IP
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Q&A — open floor for questions
Hour 2: Technical Deep Dive — Printer Setup, Troubleshooting & Maintenance (12:00 – 1:00)
Practical skills for making additive manufacturing work for your business
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Getting your printer ready: initial setup, calibration, and bed leveling
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Common print failures and how to diagnose them (stringing, layer separation, adhesion issues)
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Maintenance best practices — keeping your printer running reliably
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When to call for help vs. when to self-repair
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Discussion: participant questions, real challenges from the room, resources for ongoing support

