Post-Processing. 12 Methods.

From smoothing and dyeing to heat treatment – we refine your 3D-printed parts for optimal functionality and aesthetics.

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Post-Processing Options

RAL

Colours Available

Plastic & Metal

Material Groups

Industrial

Quality

Surface Finishing & Smoothing

Processes for improving surface quality – from chemical smoothing to mechanical polishing.

01

Chemical Smoothing

  • Chemical smoothing of the surface
  • Suitable for PA12 or TPU
Plastic
02

Glass Bead Blasting

  • Gentle surface treatment
  • Surface is less roughened compared to sandblasting
Universal
03

Vibratory Finishing

  • Surface smoothing through tumbling
  • For sintered parts (SLS, MJF…)
Plastic
04

Polishing – PolyShot Blasting

  • Automated PolyShot Surfacing (PSS)
  • Better finish, dyed black
  • No material removal
Plastic
05

Infiltration

  • Surface sealing with resin
  • Stronger parts and protection against contamination
Plastic
06

Support Removal

  • Removal of support structures
  • Required for FDM, SLM or SLA
  • Included in our standard service
Included

Colouring & Coating

Dyeing, painting or combination processes for the perfect look of your parts.

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Dyeing

  • Parts are dipped in colour
  • High edge accuracy
  • Basic colours available
Plastic
08

Painting

  • Painting based on RAL colours
  • Alternative to dyeing
  • Possible for most materials
Universal
09

Vibratory Finishing & Dyeing

  • Combination of vibratory finishing followed by dyeing
  • Very high durability
Plastic
10

Filling & Painting

  • Application of filler compound
  • Painting based on RAL colours
  • Visual improvement of FDM parts
Plastic

Thermal Processes for Metal

Heat treatments to improve the mechanical and chemical properties of metal parts.

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Solution Annealing

  • Improvement of corrosion resistance
  • Suitable for metal 3D printing
Metal
12

Heat Treatment

  • Improvement of material properties
  • Suitable for metal 3D printing
Metal

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You require a special finishing that is not listed here? Get in touch – we are happy to advise you and find the right solution.

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