• Photo of Chicago, IL

    3Degrees

    Started by Mike Vasquez, PhD in 2012 3Degrees is a consulting company focused on 3D Printing and Materials Science. Our mission is to educate, empower, and train organizations to achieve success with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing. 3Degrees applies unmatched materials expertise to this dynamic and complex industry to help clients solve problems, overcome uncertainty and win.
  • Leadership

    Mike Vasquez PHD MIT materials science additive manufacturing 3D printing consultant

    Mike Vasquez, PhD

    FOUNDER & CEO

    Mike is a 3D Printing expert and is a trusted advisor to some of the top companies in the industry. He has worked side-by-side with machine manufacturers, material producers and end users in the sector. Mike consults on identifying novel applications, testing new materials and developing frameworks to maximize manufacturing efficiency and boost ROI. He completed his PhD in Additive Manufacturing at Loughborough University and received both his bachelors and master's degrees from MIT in Materials Science and Engineering.

  • Memberships and Affiliations

    MHUB Chicago Logo
    America Makes Logo
    Additive Manufacturing Users Group Logo
  • broken image

    Al McGovern

    Director of Mechanical Engineering

     

    Developing 3D Printed Microphone Components

    "3Degrees' expertise helped us develop a robust test plan that we could be confident with the results predicting part success in real life."

    Eastman Logo

    Steve Wright, PhD

    Technology Fellow - Eastman Chemical

    "Mike was instrumental in helping Eastman to establish valuable academic partnerships in the additive manufacturing area. These partnerships accelerated our additive manufacturing research progress.”

    C&S Machine Logo

    Dominic Saratore

    President C&S Machine

    "Mike helped us navigate the complicated waters of the 3D printing industry to find the best solution for our company. His advanced knowledge of the industry and technology helped us identify our needs and choose the very best option to accomplish our goals. Mike’s service and direction saved us valuable time and resources."