Episode 289 - 3D, 4D and Beyond: Chemstream, IACS & IST INTECH Build a Material Jetting Demo for Future Industrial Print Munich
In this special FuturePrint Podcast, Frazer Chesterman is joined by three industry leaders who are teaming up to deliver a live 3D material jetting demonstrator at FuturePrint Industrial Print, Motorworld Munich (21–22 January 2026):
Els Mannekens, Senior Formulation Chemist, Chemstream
Jasmine Geerinckx, Co-Owner, IACS
Holly Steedman, Business & Technology Development Director, IST INTECH
Together they unpack:
Why partnerships matter: why no single supplier can deliver truly industrial inkjet alone, and how combining chemistry, print systems and curing unlocks robust solutions.
What the Munich demonstrator will do: a compact 3D material jetting setup using a recirculating RICOH printhead, IACS InkDoc ink supplies, Chemstream’s object and water-soluble support inks, and IST INTECH’s UV LED curing – all running live on the show floor.
Inside the chemistry: how ink formulation in 3D defines colour, mechanical strength, shrinkage, biocompatibility and even controlled release – and why multi-material printing demands carefully matched inks.
The critical role of curing: Holly explains why curing strategy is often underestimated, how layer-by-layer UV LED control manages shrinkage and stress, and what happens when you get it wrong.
Keeping the head healthy: Jasmine outlines how recirculating ink supply, stable pressure and temperature, and smart control interfaces keep industrial heads running reliably with minimal downtime.
From 3D to 4D: Els shares emerging applications such as self-healing bandages and adaptive ergonomic tools, plus Holly highlights very real, right-now examples like printed dentures that address skills shortages and ageing populations.
If you’re interested in material jetting, 3D/4D printing, industrial inkjet integration or cross-vendor collaboration, this episode offers a clear, practical look at what’s possible – and a preview of what you’ll see live in Munich.
FuturePrint Events:
FuturePrint TECH: Industrial Print: 21-22 January '26, Munich, Germany