The Data Is In: Post-Processing Trends in Additive Manufacturing
The results are in. The Post-Processing Survey: Trends Report 2026, conducted by PostProcess Technologies, reveals how manufacturers are addressing one of the most critical and often overlooked parts of the additive manufacturing workflow: post-processing.
Now in its fifth year, the industry survey highlights trends and challenges in post-processing as companies look to scale production, manage costs, and improve part quality.
Key insights include:
What are the most common post-processing operations to achieve end-use parts
Post-processing pain points and shifts in priorities, investment drivers, and readiness for scale
Where companies are investing within their AM workflows
The growing influence of safety, sustainability, and regulatory considerations
Together, these findings highlight where post-processing in additive manufacturing is headed as the industry continues to scale and mature.
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