Now in its fourth successful year, the International Conference on Rapid Manufacturing (RM) is one of the world's only conferences focused solely on the application of 'end use parts', made using additive layer manufacturing technologies. Hosted by the world leading "Rapid Manufacturing Research Group" at Loughborough University, the International Conference on RM is attended by over 150 delegates and speakers from around the world. The event provides a two day showcase of invited speakers, including the very best in both academic RM research activity and commercial RM applications. The event also plays host to a parallel technology and materials exhibition supported by leading RM systems vendors exclusively for conference delegates.