COVID-19 3D Print Solutions and the Pandemic Digital Manufacturing…

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The 3D printing industry has undeniably risen up to help during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing rapid response with 3D print solutions. Talking with Tom Hazzard and Tracy Hazzard in this episode is Michael Shannon, the Senior Strategic Plastics Sourcing Program Manager at HP. Michael shares his perspectives on the shift in digital manufacturing happening in this pandemic. He discusses how 3D printing has been keeping up with the current demands of the supply chain, and, conversely, how the pandemic has been a huge reinforcement of its capabilities. Michael shares the ways HP has been helping healthcare workers and communities cope worldwide. Listen in for advice on innovating around problems and taking them as opportunities to find more sustainable solutions.

Michael Shannon – Senior Strategic Plastics Sourcing Program Manager at Hewlett-Packard

Mike’s education is in Polymer Technology and Metals Manufacturing management. He worked in the plastics injection molding industry for five years before joining HP’s printer business in Vancouver, WA in 1991 as a plastics procurement engineer. He spent the next nine years managing various printer development programs from the first Desk Jet mono and color printers to eventually managing the plastics procurement team supporting the Americas.

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In early 2000 Mike left the hardware business to join Global Operations where he managed a diverse sourcing and IT data management team chartered to develop web-based strategic sourcing tools such as spend analysis and reverse auctioning for the procurement community.

In 2006 Mike transitioned to the supplies business as the supply chain section manager over the ink commodity business and technical teams. In 2014 he managed the Regulatory Management and Chemical Compliance organization responsible for ensuring chemical regulatory compliance and market access for $15 billion in ink, toner, and media coating supplies.

In 2017 Mike moved back to the hardware business where he’s led the 3D Multi Jet Fusion supply chain strategy for the 3D color printer. He’s helped to build a 3d supply base in NA and Asia and is currently leading supply chain efforts for several Covid19 initiatives.

28 years with HP mostly in supply chain. SC, injection molding, ink commodity, and 3D MJF focus.

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Learn more about what HP is doing to help COVID19 efforts »
https://enable.hp.com/us-en-3dprint-COVID-19-containment-applications?jumpid=af_9zfu1nk7ts

Resources:
Mike Shannon »
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvshannon
Budmen Industries »
https://budmen.com/
Isaac Budmen – Previous episode »
https://3dstartpoint.com/writing-the-book-on-3d-printing/
Virtual Panel: How additive manufacturing is solving supply chain gaps caused by COVID 19 »
https://enable.hp.com/us-en-3dprint-webinars-register?webId=16&elqTrackId=a76bac81f81a4cda83f424083cf62d9c&elq=00000000000000000000000000000000&elqaid=3942&elqat=2&elqCampaignId=&jumpid=af_w2gz6hspkr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did 3D printing help during COVID-19?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, 3D printing enabled rapid production of critical medical supplies including face shields, ventilator components, nasal swabs, and PPE. Distributed manufacturing allowed makers worldwide to produce items locally without waiting for traditional supply chains.

What was the pandemic digital manufacturing shift?

The pandemic accelerated adoption of digital manufacturing including 3D printing, as companies sought more resilient supply chains. Organizations shifted from centralized to distributed production, using digital files to produce parts locally on demand.

What are the main applications of supply plastics?

The applications span from rapid prototyping and custom manufacturing to educational projects and functional parts production. In the context of supply, these techniques can be applied with most consumer-grade and professional 3D printers available today.

Is supply relevant for hobbyist 3D printing?

Yes, understanding supply helps improve print quality and expand capabilities for both hobbyists and professionals. Many of the concepts apply directly to desktop FDM and resin printers, making them accessible to anyone interested in 3D printing.

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