Makerly, a printing service, has put three DyeMansion post-processing systems into production: PowerFuse S for vapor smoothing, Powershot X for surface hardening and DM60 for deep dyeing. The finishing steps are offered within the same order as printing and can be priced through the company's online calculator.
What do the three systems do?
PowerFuse S smooths printed surfaces with vapor, sealing the porous skin so parts resist moisture, are easier to clean and come close to injection-moulded quality. Internal channels are treated as well. Powershot X hardens the outer layer using PolyShot Surfacing, giving a uniform semi-gloss finish that resists scratches and wear without changing dimensions or fine features.
What is special about the dyeing?
The DM60 uses DeepDye Coloring, where dye penetrates and bonds with the polymer instead of sitting on top. Makerly cites cytotoxicity and skin irritation tests under ISO 10993, colour fastness tests under the ISO 105 series, and REACH and RoHS statements for the dyes.
What it means
For buyers of printed polymer parts, finishing done under the same order as printing shortens the chain between file and usable part. The cited dye tests and standards documents are what to request when parts touch skin or automotive interiors, since certificates for a dye do not replace evaluation of the finished part. Cost per part and lead times were not published, so the online estimate is the practical way to compare against current finishing suppliers.
Frequently asked questions
Which finishing steps does Makerly now offer in-house?
Vapor smoothing on the PowerFuse S, surfacing on the Powershot X and deep dyeing on the DM60, added to sandblasting, dyeing and industrial paint coatings.
How can customers order the new treatments?
They upload a model to the calculator at makerly.eu, select the treatment and receive a price estimate.