ASTM Committee F42 (Additive Manufacturing)

ASTM Committee F42 is a group of experts dedicated to developing standards to improve and regulate additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing. This committee creates guidelines to ensure the quality, safety, and consistency of 3D printed parts and processes across industries such as aerospace, healthcare, and automotive. Their standards help manufacturers understand best practices, material specifications, and testing methods, which promotes innovation while maintaining reliability and accountability in additive manufacturing technologies worldwide.