We’ve seen a few advances in the finishing processes of 3D prints over the last few months that result in some very attractive parts that look like they were injection molded. Smoothing ABS prints is ...

Protolabs is launching vapour smoothing for 3D printed parts, an advance said to enhance a plastic part’s surface finish on even the most complex geometries. Vapour smoothing, or vapour polishing, ...

Protolabs, the world’s leading digital manufacturer, has announced a major breakthrough with the launch of vapour smoothing for 3D printed parts. The post-processing automated technology is a ...

How to hide layer lines on 3d prints. Smooth 3D Printed PLA Parts. Are you tired of seeing those pesky layer lines on your 3D prints? In this video, I'll show you how to hide layer lines and achieve ...

Automated post-processing systems manufacturer Additive Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) has deployed its PostPro chemical vapor smoothing technology to improve the surface finish, comfort, and ...

Cleaning and surface finishing systems manufacturer DyeMansion has acquired fellow Munich company ASM, adding ASM’s VX1 vapor smoothing system to its Print-to-Product workflow. The deal expands ...

If you’ve ever seen 3D printed parts form an extrusion type printer, one of the first things you’ll notice is the texture. It’s caused by the printer laying down its plastic layer after layer. This ...

Many high-quality parts produced on 3D printers can be sanded by hand to eliminate layer lines and produce a smooth finish. There’s a misconception that 3D printing cannot make the kind of smooth and ...