Interview with Markforged’s Ibraheem Khadar on 3D Printing Innovation at formnext

The Markforged booth stood out as one of the most visited at formnext, drawing crowds eager to experience the new Metal X 3D printer and the full range of industrial systems.

Following our feature of Markforged as a top technology highlight, we spoke with Ibraheem Khadar, Project Manager, about the company’s recent achievements and future plans.

AMFG: What has been the highlight of formnext for you?

Ibraheem: formnext has proven invaluable for our business—every key player is there, and the event continues to grow. It’s the perfect venue to connect with the right people. Our booth saw up to 60 visitors at a time, a dramatic increase in engagement.

AMFG: What is Markforged’s vision going forward?

Ibraheem: We’re planning an even larger presence at future formnext events, aiming to make our booth the focal point of the trade fair.

AMFG: How do you see additive manufacturing evolving in the next five years?

Ibraheem: Additive manufacturing will play an ever‑larger role across engineering, manufacturing, and design. Markforged intends to lead this shift by continually developing cutting‑edge solutions for composites, plastics, and metals.

Markforged: Revolutionizing 3D Printing

Since its founding in 2013, Markforged has focused on making 3D printing more accessible and affordable. The company pioneered the world’s first carbon‑fiber 3D printer in 2014 and has since expanded to both desktop and industrial systems supporting materials from Onyx to Kevlar and stainless steel.

The industrial line now includes the X3 and X5 printers—capable of printing Onyx, a heat‑resistant carbon‑fiber‑filled nylon—alongside the flagship X7, which offers continuous carbon‑fiber reinforcement. The X5 allows users to reinforce Onyx with fiberglass, while the X7 provides continuous carbon‑fiber reinforcement for superior strength.

Markforged has also made significant strides in metal printing. In January 2018, the company launched Metal X, its first desktop metal printer. The system employs Atomic Diffusion Additive Manufacturing (ADAM), where metal powder encapsulated in a plastic binder is printed layer by layer, then sintered to form a solid metal part.

Looking Toward the Future

With a recent $30 million funding round led by investors such as Microsoft Ventures and Porsche, Markforged is poised for even greater achievements. The buzz surrounding this startup is expected to grow, and we’re excited to see what innovations come next.

You can find out more about Markforged here.

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