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Good news, everyone!<\/p>\n

Over the past month or so, Shapeways production team has been hard at work to improve and research dyeing options for the Strong & Flexible<\/a> laser sintered nylon material. In particular, we’ve been focusing getting the black just right. Previously, we have gotten some feedback from the community that Black Strong & Flexible has a blue tint in it. Eek! Well, after some time in testing and iterating, I’m happy to announce the updated Black Strong & Flexible<\/strong>. Check out the difference:<\/p>\n

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Like all of our materials, we will continue to work and improve the quality. We are starting a new production process so if you have any feedback on the products you will start receiving in a few days, please let us know! The process will never be perfect, but its your feedback that will help us get closer and closer. <\/p>\n

And for those of you out there who are already dreaming of other material options: yes, polishing this material is currently being tested as well. And yes, we are exploring a variety of different colors. Any request for specific color for the Strong & Flexible family? Any request for additional finishing options for the Strong & Flexible Family? Leave us a comment and let us know!<\/p>\n

Happy creating!
\nNancy<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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