France-based BeAM Machines opened its US HQ earlier this year, welcoming 3DPrint.com as its very first media visitor. In an interview with the company's Director of Engineering, Dr. Aaron LaLonde, we learned about the company's pragmatic, science-based approach to metal additive manufacturing as well as work in materials development. Key to BeAM's approach is an openness and a new gold standard in health and safety. Read the full interview at 3DPrint.com: http://3dprint.com/180414/beam-realistic-metal-am/