Triad High School AM Team
High school extracurricular team from Triad High School (Troy, IL) that competes in Project MFG additive manufacturing competitions using 3D printing technology
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. Andy Brendel
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Participation in Project MFG Additive Manufacturing Competitions; 3D printing design and fabrication projects; robotic arm integration for manufacturing challenges
Technological Advantage
Access to Triad High School's CTE (Career and Technical Education) program with machining, welding, and engineering curriculum; guidance from Dr. Andy Brendel, a 21-year veteran technology education teacher
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides students with hands-on experience in additive manufacturing, 3D printing design, slicing, post-processing, and assembly through competitive events that mirror real-world manufacturing workplace dynamics
How They Differentiate
Only high school team (alongside Freeburg) that advanced to national finals; team members are sophomores and juniors competing against college juniors and seniors; part of a comprehensive CTE program at Triad High School
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Not applicable — this is a high school educational team, not a commercial entity
Industry Verticals
Education; Workforce Development; Advanced Manufacturing
Competitors
Freeburg Community High School AM Team (IL); Pattonville High School AM Team (MO); West Virginia University AM Team (college-level)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2025: 2nd place in Project MFG St. Louis regional competition; 2026: 1st place in Project MFG St. Louis regional competition, 3rd place in Project MFG National Championship (Texas)
Major Milestones
February 2025: 2nd place in Project MFG St. Louis regional at Rung for Women; February 2026: 1st place in Project MFG St. Louis regional at Saint Louis University, qualifying for nationals; May 2026: 3rd place in Project MFG National Additive Manufacturing Competition in Pflugerville, TX (hosted by EOS North America), winning $2,500 and a new 3D printer for the school