3D Printing Post Processing Survey Trends Report 2026

3D Printing post-processing is where additive manufacturing either delivers or falls short. Yet for many manufacturers, it remains the most under-resourced step in the workflow. This year’s trends report from PostProcess® Technologies shows exactly where the industry stands and where it’s heading.

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.

This 3D Printing Post Processing Trends Report Includes:

• 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.