Post-processing

Dive into the post-processing world

Customized Solutions

Interested in a specific combination of material and finishing technology, but cannot find it in our studies? Talk to us about an exclusive study!

Additive Manufacturing does not stop when the near-net shape part is built: various process-specific steps as well as numerous finishing options follow. We help you navigate post-processing of additively manufactured parts!

We provide the information you need to master post-processing and finishing of metal AM parts. Within our independent studies you will find in-depth knowledge regarding the effect of surface finishing methods on surface quality and fatigue acquired through independent, disclosed benchmarking. Covering common materials and post-processing technologies, technical and economic parameters are investigated.

Not sure where to start?

Together, we set your process chain up for success. To create the most efficient process chain, we help you identify the required post-processing steps as well as the optimal approach for each step. Furthermore, we get the individual steps in the most efficient order to boost your additive production!

Post-processing budget is blowing up?

Post-processing increases cost per part significantly. Oftentimes, slight adaptions in part design to consider the assigned post-processing steps have a huge impact on the budget. We optimize your post-processing budget by part design: Analyzing your part design with regard to the post-processing steps and identifying potential cost savings, we give you options of design compromises and redesign your part!

 

Why Fraunhofer IAPT?

  • Application-oriented research: Our work is always aimed at efficiently solving industrial challenges and giving you a competitive edge.
  • Interdisciplinary team: Experts from various fields - from surface technology to additive manufacturing and metrology - work together to develop customized solutions for your industry.
  • Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure: Thanks to state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot facilities, we can test and optimize innovative manufacturing and post-processing processes under real-life conditions.
  • Flexibility and scalability: Our services can be used for one-off production as well as for small and large series projects.

Additive Studies

 

Support Removal Study

Would you like to scale your AM part production, but find post-processing too costly?

 

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Additive Manufacturing Surface Finishing Study

Benchmark of the Relevant Surface Finishing Processes for Metal AM Components


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Additive Fatigue Study

Influence of Different Surface Finishing Methods on Mechanical Properties of Metal AM Components


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