EPMA to host free PM automotive engineering seminar during 3D Print Lyon
The European Powder Metallurgy Association (EPMA) has issued a call for papers for its ‘Gearing Up for the Future: PM Breakthroughs in Automotive Engineering’ seminar, which is taking place during 3D Print Lyon, June 3-4, 2026.
The shift towards electrification, lightweighting, and sustainable mobility is creating new opportunities for innovative manufacturing solutions. Powder Metallurgy is uniquely positioned to meet these challenges, offering high-performance components, efficient material use, and design flexibility.
The seminar will consist of technical presentations covering the latest Powder Metallurgy developments in the automotive sector. There will also be interactive round tables and networking opportunities.
3D Print Lyon partnership
Through its partnership with 3D Print Lyon, participation in the seminars will be free for non-exhibiting attendees. This collaboration allows professionals active or interested in Powder Metallurgy industries to explore the Additive Manufacturing exhibition, attend both the automotive and energy PM seminars during the same week, and network with a broader range of colleagues.
Learn more about 3D Print Lyon.
Presentation topics
This seminar will explore how Powder Metallurgy technologies contribute to both traditional and electric vehicles, with a focus on performance, qualification, and innovation. Topics will include:
- PM in ePowertrain systems: gears, rotors, and magnetic components
- Lightweight structural parts and high-strength steels
- Friction materials for braking systems
- Additive Manufacturing of automotive prototypes and production parts
- PM solutions for thermal management and energy efficiency
- Recycling and circular economy in automotive PM supply chains
- Standardisation, normalisation, and qualification of PM processes in automotive applications
- Statistics and market insights on PM & AM adoption in the automotive sector
- Contributions of PM to innovation for mobility
Target audience
The seminar is designed for a broad range of participants, including:
- End-users in the automotive and mobility sectors
- Automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers
- PM part producers and material suppliers
- Equipment suppliers for production and testing
- Researchers and engineers in innovation for mobility
- Students and young professionals eager to discover PM opportunities in the automotive business
- Industry professionals seeking sustainable manufacturing solutions
Those interested in speaking at the Gearing Up for the Future seminar can apply here.
The submission deadline is December 31, 2025.
