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Learn about 3D printing materials and technologies, ways to use additive manufacturing, and how technology is shaping industry.

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Everything you need to know about 3D printing with elastomers

This series of articles answers everything from the basics like “What are elastomers?” to detailed considerations that product designers, engineers and other users of additive manufacturing technology must consider when choosing materials and 3D printing hardware.

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How to Smooth 3D-Printed Plastic Parts

Whether for form or function, many plastic parts need to be smooth. Unfortunately, additive manufacturing typically produces horizontal lines where each layer joins the next. Thus, surface finishing is often necessary before 3D-printed parts are ready for use. There are a number of ways to smooth out plastic parts produced by additive manufacturing.

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