12 - Finishing's Role in Additive Manufacturing

A 3D printed part is rarely complete straight off the printer, and many additive manufacturers are accustomed to performing some level of cleaning and surface finishing. But postprocessing need not stop there. Electroplating, powder coating, anodizing and other processes can add improve the appearance, provide greater resistance and add functionality to 3D printed parts. On this episode of AM Radio, host Stephanie Hendrixson welcomes the show’s first guest expert: Scott Francis, editor in chief of Products Finishing (a sister brand to Additive Manufacturing, published by Gardner Business Media).

Mentioned in this episode:

• Products Finishing
• CompositesWorld
• Macaw with a 3D printed and anodized titanium beak
• Products Finishing Top Shops program
• REM Surface Finishing
• Faraday Technology
• Axalta Mobility Coatings