Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals
An introductory course designed for teams new to 3D printing. Covers core additive technologies, material selection, and best practices to build a confident foundation for adopting industrial printing workflows.
Unlock the full potential of additive manufacturing with Miller 3D Printing's hands-on workshops in Chicago. Whether you're a first-time designer or a seasoned engineer, our instructor-led courses cover everything from fundamentals to advanced metal and polymer printing—equipping your team with the skills to drive real ROI from day one in one of the Midwest's most innovative manufacturing hubs.
From beginner fundamentals to executive strategy, our Chicago workshops cover every aspect of additive manufacturing for your team.
An introductory course designed for teams new to 3D printing. Covers core additive technologies, material selection, and best practices to build a confident foundation for adopting industrial printing workflows.
Hands-on training covering design principles for both polymers, composites, and metals. Participants learn to optimize part geometry, reduce material waste, and leverage additive processes for high-performance components.
A strategic workshop for decision-makers looking to integrate 3D printing into their manufacturing operations. Covers ROI modeling, technology roadmaps, and implementation planning for scalable additive adoption.
Learn how to accelerate product development using industrial additive manufacturing. Participants gain hands-on experience producing functional test components, reducing development cycles and tooling requirements.
Ongoing training and technical support to ensure your team fully integrates and scales 3D printing technology, including software updates, material selection guidance, and application-specific consulting.
A practical, project-based workshop where participants work with real CAD data to plan and execute additive manufacturing builds across polymers, composites, and metals under expert technician guidance.
We start by understanding your team's current experience level, production goals, and industry context—whether you're in aerospace, medical devices, or heavy manufacturing common across the Chicago metro—to tailor the right workshop curriculum for maximum impact.
See how Chicago-area teams and manufacturers have transformed their operations through our additive manufacturing workshops.
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"AW Miller is very efficient, and all the employees are very nice and helpful. They are always ready to help and make sure i have everything I need."
"Excellent service, quality machines. Always available."
"Excellent and comprehensive customer service! Fast response and delivery, plus they have pretty much everything you could need for CNCs maintenance! Always a pleasure doing business with them!"
"Impeccable service, speed of execution and always good advice. I recommend A.W. Miller without hesitation!"
"An Awsome company to work with!!"
"No place better to purchase Your MAZAK machine tools. Sales personnel extremely knowledgeable and supportive. We run Our machines here at HUNTER MACHINE 24/7. Service and Parts availability , is always a major concern when choosing who to buy Your machine tools from. When it comes to parts, AW Miller's..."
"AW Miller is very efficient, and all the employees are very nice and helpful. They are always ready to help and make sure i have everything I need."
"Excellent service, quality machines. Always available."
"Excellent and comprehensive customer service! Fast response and delivery, plus they have pretty much everything you could need for CNCs maintenance! Always a pleasure doing business with them!"
"Impeccable service, speed of execution and always good advice. I recommend A.W. Miller without hesitation!"
"An Awsome company to work with!!"
"No place better to purchase Your MAZAK machine tools. Sales personnel extremely knowledgeable and supportive. We run Our machines here at HUNTER MACHINE 24/7. Service and Parts availability , is always a major concern when choosing who to buy Your machine tools from. When it comes to parts, AW Miller's..."
We bring over 30 years of manufacturing expertise and a dedicated additive manufacturing division to every workshop we deliver.
Backed by over three decades in the machine tool and manufacturing industry, our instructors bring unmatched real-world depth to every workshop session.
Courses are led by experienced engineers and certified technicians with direct OEM partner access, including Markforged, 3D Systems, and BigRep.
We deliver workshops directly at your Chicago-area facility or virtually, minimizing travel disruption and keeping your team productive in their own environment.
Our unique dual expertise in traditional CNC manufacturing and additive manufacturing gives Chicago manufacturers a comprehensive, integrated perspective no standalone training provider can match.
A team of engineers dedicated to advancing additive manufacturing adoption.
Miller 3D Printing is the additive manufacturing division of A.W. Miller, a company with over 30 years of deep roots in the machine tool industry. Founded by Al Miller with a clear vision—to give clients a competitive edge through the best available manufacturing technology—the company grew from a single operation in East Aurora, New York into a multi-regional presence spanning technical centers in Pennsylvania, New York, and Quebec. Recognizing that additive manufacturing is the perfect complement to traditional CNC machining, A.W. Miller launched the Miller 3D Printing brand to meet the growing demand from engineers and manufacturers, including those in dynamic industrial markets like Chicago, who need practical, skills-based training to unlock the real ROI of 3D printing technology. Today, CNC and additive teams work side by side to deliver the best manufacturing solutions available.
Our workshops are designed for all experience levels. From complete beginners exploring additive manufacturing fundamentals to experienced engineers looking to master design for metals or executive strategy courses, there is a curriculum tailored to your background.
Talk to one of our additive manufacturing experts for a free consultation tailored to your team.
Miller 3D Printing delivers workshops and additive manufacturing support across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Eastern Canada.
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Years in Business
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Exclusive distributor for the world's largest machine tool builder in PA and NY.
Certified partner of Markforged, 3D Systems, and BigRep for additive manufacturing.
Over three decades of verified expertise in manufacturing technology and services.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 716-652-8282 You can also send us a quick email at info@awmiller.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 716-652-8282 You can also send us a quick email at info@awmiller.com