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Enhancing the quality and functionality of your parts with expert finishing and precise assembly services.

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Finishing Touches

Design and manufacturing are essential, but post-processing can transform a part from good to great.

Whether you need to enhance your prototype's performance or require expert painting and assembly to elevate the aesthetics of your components, we can help. We offer precision sanding, plating, bonding, painting, inserts, and assembly to meet your specific requirements and tolerances.

From concept to completion, we transform components into masterpieces, exceeding expectations and making parts beautiful and functional.

Solutions Beyond the Printer

Stratasys Direct offers a variety of post-processing and inspection options for our manufactured parts. Below are some of our key finishing offerings. Contact us for additional finishing options.

Electroplating

Including improved mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, and corrosion resistance. It can also be used to achieve decorative finishes or simulate the appearance of other materials, making it a versatile technique.

EMI/RFI Shielding

This shielding is crucial in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and telecommunications, where sensitive electronic components must be protected from external electromagnetic radiation or must prevent their own emissions from interfering with nearby devices.

Integral Fuel Tank (IFT) Coating

Refers to a specialized coating applied to the interior surfaces of fuel tanks, typically in aerospace applications, to prevent fuel leakage and inhibit corrosion.

Metal Plating

Involves the process of applying a layer of metal onto the surface of a part. This process can be used to enhance the appearance, mechanical properties, or functionality of the printed part.

Ink Stamping/Part Marking

The process of applying identification marks, logos, serial numbers, or other information directly onto the surface of the printed object using ink-based methods. This is often done for purposes of traceability, quality control, branding, or compliance with industry regulations.

Color Match Painted Parts

Involves achieving a consistent color between the part and any additional painted surfaces or coatings applied to it. This process is essential for maintaining visual uniformity and aesthetic appeal in finished products.

Pad Printing (logos, etc)

Versatile printing process used to apply detailed graphics, logos, text, or other designs onto the surface of three-dimensional objects.

Inserts & Hardware

Integrating additional components, such as metal inserts, threaded inserts, nuts, bolts, screws, or other fasteners, into the printed part to enhance its functionality, strength, or assembly capabilities

Including improved mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, and corrosion resistance. It can also be used to achieve decorative finishes or simulate the appearance of other materials, making it a versatile technique.

This shielding is crucial in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and telecommunications, where sensitive electronic components must be protected from external electromagnetic radiation or must prevent their own emissions from interfering with nearby devices.

Refers to a specialized coating applied to the interior surfaces of fuel tanks, typically in aerospace applications, to prevent fuel leakage and inhibit corrosion.

Involves the process of applying a layer of metal onto the surface of a part. This process can be used to enhance the appearance, mechanical properties, or functionality of the printed part.

The process of applying identification marks, logos, serial numbers, or other information directly onto the surface of the printed object using ink-based methods. This is often done for purposes of traceability, quality control, branding, or compliance with industry regulations.

Involves achieving a consistent color between the part and any additional painted surfaces or coatings applied to it. This process is essential for maintaining visual uniformity and aesthetic appeal in finished products.

Versatile printing process used to apply detailed graphics, logos, text, or other designs onto the surface of three-dimensional objects.

Integrating additional components, such as metal inserts, threaded inserts, nuts, bolts, screws, or other fasteners, into the printed part to enhance its functionality, strength, or assembly capabilities

Assembly Services

The journey from design to deployment shouldn't have to stop at assembly. Stratasys Direct bridges the gap with comprehensive assembly services.

Our adept team specializes in bringing together various components into seamless assemblies, ensuring that your products are fully prepared for immediate use or further processing. Whether it involves assembling intricate parts into detailed systems or integrating finished components into larger structures, our focus remains on achieving precision, efficiency, and superior quality at every stage.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence and thorough attention to detail ensures that the assembled parts we deliver will meet your exacting standards and exceed your expectations.

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Finishing

We understand that each project is unique, which is why we offer a comprehensive range of finishing options tailored to meet our customers' specific requirements.

For those who prefer to handle their own finishing or require CAD reviews for fit, form, and function, our machined finish parts are the perfect choice. These unfinished parts eliminate the need for stair step or build line removal, streamlining your workflow.

For a more refined finish, we provide expert hand-finished options. Our services include Outside Only and Inside and Out finishes, where parts undergo meticulous hand sanding to remove all stair steps and build lines.

At Stratasys Direct, our goal is to meet your requirements and exceed your expectations. Whether you need minimal post-processing or a polished, refined finish, we have the capabilities to deliver exactly what you need.

Surface Treatment

Stratasys Direct provides a range of surface treatment options for various 3D printing technologies. These treatments cater to different needs and preferences, ensuring your parts meet your exact specifications.

Additionally, we provide other special finishes and coatings upon request, ensuring your parts meet your specific requirements. Contact our team to discuss your needs further.

Dye Coloring & Poly Shot Surfacing Finishing | Stratasys Direct

Surface Treatment Options:

2 Part Clear Coat: Creates a glossy and smooth finish or acts as a protective sealant.
Non-Cosmetic Paint: Allows for the application of paint color with expected imperfections in the surface.
Wet/Dry Blast Only: Repairs minor build damage and removes material residue for aesthetic enhancement.
Quick Dry Clear Coat Only: Provides a protective barrier or sheen for non-cosmetic purposes.
Dyed: Adds color to parts but cannot precisely match Pantone colors.
Poly Shot Surfacing: Achieves a semi-glossy finish with high scratch resistance and a soft tactile feel.
Tinted Clear: Applies a single coat of paint with color loosely determined by the customer.
Custom Deep Dye: Infuses color into plastic parts using an Automated Dye Tank for consistent batch-to-batch coloring.
Rubberized Paint: Creates a matte-colored part with a soft texture for designated areas.
Cosmetic Paint: Offers solid colors or color matching to Pantone or customer-defined colors in an automotive-rated paint booth.

Smithsonian Jefferson Case Study Build & Finish | Stratasys Direct

Stratasys Direct Partnered with the Smithsonian

Stratasys Direct played a crucial role in creating a life-size 3D model of Thomas Jefferson for the exhibition “Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty.” 3D laser scans of the existing Monticello statue were used to create a digital model, which was split into four parts for printing by engineers at Stratasys Direct. The finished model, made from black M30 material, underwent a customized finishing process to achieve a bronze effect, showcasing the company's commitment to finding the right 3D technology and finishing solutions.

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Learn about the different 3D printing technology services available from Stratasys Direct to find the right approach for your project.

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About Stratasys Direct | On Demand 3D Printing

We help customers use 3D printing to produce designs that were previously impossible to build via conventional manufacturing methods. How can we help you?

Accelerate product development with our custom design services, DFM, 2D to 3D conversions, STL file repair, and advanced manufacturing tooling

Ensure your parts meet customer and regulatory requirements with our ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications and stringent quality assurance system.

Learn about the different 3D printing technology services available from Stratasys Direct to find the right approach for your project.

We help customers use 3D printing to produce designs that were previously impossible to build via conventional manufacturing methods. How can we help you?