3D Systems to Host Inaugural Users' World Conference.Training, Learning, Sharing and Networking with Top Industry Experts at 3D Systems' State-of-the-Art Headquarters and R&D Facility and University Campus in Rock Hill, S.C. ROCK HILL, S.C. -- 3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : TDSC TDSC Thai Development Support Committee TDSC Time Domain Signal Coding TDSC Test Driver System - Charlie TDSC Time-Domain Spreading Code ), a leading provider of Rapid 3-D Printing, Prototyping and Manufacturing solutions, announced today that it plans to host an inaugural Users' World Conference at its new campus in Rock Hill, S.C., from September September: see month. 24-27, 2007. The company intends to extend an invitation to all of its global customers as well as to complementary solution providers, industry experts and members from academia to attend and participate in a one-of-a-kind comprehensive technology and applications exchange and training event. Working in partnership with an independent advisory board of respected industry members and solution partners, the company plans to deliver a transforming experience that will feature the latest technology and applications, hands-on and comprehensive training, lectures and presentations by industry experts on emerging trends in Rapid Prototyping Building a part one layer at a time using a method of additive fabrication such as 3D printing. Such parts are used for concept modeling to determine if the product design meets the customer's expectations. , Rapid Manufacturing Building parts out of plastic or metal one layer at a time using a method of additive fabrication such as 3D printing. Multiple pieces, either similar or dissimilar, can be built simultaneously. and 3-D Printing, and the opportunity to meet and interact with the entire 3D Systems' team. The company hopes this annual event will give attendees valuable knowledge about new Rapid Manufacturing techniques and the latest investment and micro-casting successes as well as teach them how to become service-savvy and self-sufficient and how to improve productivity, up-time and capacity utilization Capacity Utilization measures the rate at which a firm makes use of their capital productive capacities, such as factories and machinery. Capacity Utilization generally rises when the economy is healthy and falls when demand softens. on current and new platforms. Attendees will have a variety of opportunities to network, renew and strengthen partnerships and improve communication with others in the 3-D Printing, Prototyping and Manufacturing industry. The conference will be held at 3D Systems' new global headquarters campus that includes its research and development facility, Rapid Manufacturing Center and the 3D Systems University facility, all located in Waterford Business Park in Rock Hill, S.C., just 25 miles south of Charlotte, N.C. "We are delighted to open our doors and share our incredible campus with our global customers and partners," said Abe Reichental, 3D Systems' president and chief executive officer. "This is exactly the kind of interactive learning and training event we had in mind when we designed our unique campus with all of its training and demonstration capabilities. We are providing an opportunity to come together in a creative, engaging and stimulating environment to learn, share and discuss the latest trends and emerging solutions within our industry. As a leader in three-dimensional Printing, Prototyping and Manufacturing through technology, we cherish the opportunity to share our extensive knowledge with our customers and partners and also to continue to learn from our lead users and expert adopters. We fully expect that all of our guests will leave the 3D Systems' Users' World Conference with new knowledge, tools and skills as well as a renewed passion and determination to transform the way our society designs, develops, manufactures and sells new products." To help ensure success, diversity of topics and independent customer voice, and partnership in shaping this exciting event, 3D Systems has reached out to its users and formed an Advisory Board. This board of renowned industry experts and 3D Systems' team members is shaping the world conference content, recruiting trainers and recommending speakers and discussion panels. Members are: Rob Connelly of FineLine Prototyping, David Flynn David Flynn (aka Dave Flynn, born 1977) is an Irish composer and musician. He is one of Ireland’s leading young composers with a number of major awards and commissions to his name. of Express Pattern, Dr. Volker Griessbach of VGK VGK Verkhovnoe Glavnokomandovanie (Soviet Union Supreme High Command) VGK Virtuelles Graduierten-Kolleg (Virtual Phd Program) , David Leigh of Harvest Technologies, Dr. Dennis Merrell of York York, former name of Toronto, Canada York, Ont.: see Toronto, Ont., Canada. York, city, England York, city (1991 pop. 123,126) and district, North Yorkshire, N England, at the confluence of the Ouse and Foss rivers. Technical College, Scott Turner Eric Scott Turner (born February 26, 1972 in Richardson, Texas) is a retired American football cornerback and a politician. As a football player, Turner played defensive back in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins, San Diego Chargers and Denver Broncos of Scicon Technologies, Pat Warner of the Renault F1 Team, Igata-san of INCS INCS Integrated Network Connection Service (AT&T) INCS InterNet Clubmans Society (Motorcyclists) INCS Integrated Network Control System (NASA) Inc. and several 3D Systems' teammates. "We are enormously proud of the world-class Advisory Board members we were able to attract as partners in creating and shaping this important event," Reichental continued. "Together, with these respected industry leaders, we will no doubt create a unique, one-of-a-kind learning, sharing, training and networking experience." There will be no registration or conference fees for approved attendees at the 3D Systems Users' World Conference. 3D Systems will also provide food and beverages F&B is a common abbreviation in the United States and Commonwealth countries, including Hong Kong. F&B is typically the widely accepted abbreviation for "Food and Beverage," which is the sector/industry that specializes in the conceptualization, the making of, and delivery of foods. and in-town transportation. Attendees are responsible for their lodging Lodging or holiday accommodation is a type of accommodation. People who travel and stay away from home for more than a day need lodging mainly for sleeping. Other purposes are safety, shelter from cold and rain, having a place to store luggage and being able to take a and traveling expenses. More information on the conference is available at www.3dworldconference.com. About 3D Systems Corporation 3D Systems is a leading provider of Rapid 3-D Printing, Prototyping and Manufacturing solutions. Its systems and materials reduce the time and cost of designing products and facilitate direct and indirect manufacturing by creating actual parts directly from digital input. These solutions are used for design communication and prototyping as well as for production of functional end-use parts: Transform your products. More information on the company is available at www.3dsystems.com, or via e-mail at moreinfo@3dsystems.com. |
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