Finishing Options

Take your 3D parts to the next level with Avid’s finishing services.

When it comes to additive manufacturing, finishing (or post-processing) is just as important as the design and printing stages to produce ready-to-use parts and products. Post-processing can bring many improvements, such as better aesthetics, geometric accuracy, mechanical functionalities and properties, desired surface features, and improved part quality. In addition to our additive manufacturing capabilities and advanced materials, Avid offers a full suite of post-processing and finishing options to enhance the quality of your end-use parts.

Surface Smoothing

The natural finish of HP Multi Jet Fusion parts is a matte grey. Parts can be dyed black free of charge or chemically smoothed using AMT PostPro3D automated vapor smoothing system. Chemical vapor smoothing achieves a surface quality approaching injection molding without impacting the mechanical properties of thermoplastic 3D printed parts, including nylons and TPU. Aside from the aesthetic benefits, vapor smoothing enhances performance by sealing the surface against liquid and gas ingress- making it airtight and watertight. Also available for Selective Laser Sintering and Fused Deposition Modeling.

Custom Finishes

Turn your product idea into a realistic “show” model with high quality finishes simulating the look and feel of a production piece.

Custom finishes are ideal for engineering proof of design, investor meetings, marketing materials, trade shows, photo shoots, focus groups, and more.

Assembly

From heat-set inserts to adhesive bondings, we utilize various engineering techniques to assemble multi-component parts or a single part too large for a single printer. Our team of engineers will work with you to determine the appropriate mechanical assembly method to ensure cost-effective and on-time assembly of your finished parts and products.