Is additive manufacturing ready for large joint implants? While still a relatively new technology, metal additive manufacturing has been evolving to become a key manufacturing tool in the orthopedic industry. But how do you know if and when additive manufacturing is the right solution for products in your portfolio, and how do you unlock the technology’s efficiency with zero compromise?
Join this webinar, hosted by GE Additive and Orchid, as the presenters dive into how to solidify the business case for additively manufactured large joint implants. You will also learn how to achieve quality and scale by leveraging a practical approach to building a sustainable additive manufacturing supply chain.
In addition, you will…
- Learn how the spine market paved the way for successful adoption of additive manufacturing for large joint implants
- Learn how additive manufacturing can reduce costs when compared to traditional methods, specifically for acetabular cups, femoral trials, tibial trays and femoral knee components
- Learn what considerations you should make when taking a practical approach to building a sustainable additive manufacturing supply chain
- Learn which type(s) of additive manufacturing technology is best suited for your product type – not all additive manufacturing is the same
Event Details
Join this webinar, hosted by GE Additive and Orchid, as the presenters dive into how to solidify the business case for additively manufactured large joint implants. You will also learn how to achieve quality and scale by leveraging a practical approach to building a sustainable additive manufacturing supply chain.
Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 10 a.m. EST
SPEAKERS
Lauren Thompson
Operations Project Manager, AddWorks
GE Additive
As part of our GE Additive’s AddWorks team, Lauren Thompson has worked with customers to deliver a suite of additive enablement tools and services to aid in the adoption of additive. Lauren joined GE in 2015 within the GE Transportation business where she supported manufacturing of alternators. In 2018 she joined GE Additive’s AddWorks team as an Operations Project Manager focused on driving external customer engagements. Prior to joining GE, she worked for BMW North America in manufacturing and supply chain logistics where she worked to reduce shop waste and increase process efficiency.
Scott Reese
VP of Business Development
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
Scott has more than 25 years of experience developing commercial channels and bringing disruptive technologies to market for the orthopedic industry. Prior to joining Orchid, he held roles at Stryker and Small Bone Innovations. Scott is passionate about the orthopedic industry and has an immediate and deep understanding of patient, provider and industry needs.