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Do you recycle materials?

Last updated: 2026-04-09

Makelab recycles and reuses materials where possible, but not all materials can be fully recycled after printing.

1. What We Recycle

MJF Nylon Powder — We partially reuse this in new builds, though performance requires a blend of fresh powder to maintain quality.

Packaging Materials — We recycle all our cardboard and turn it into packing supplies for outgoing orders.

2. Material Limitations

SLA resins and FDM filaments have limited recyclability once cured or extruded. These materials can't be melted down and reused in the same way.

3. Our Sustainability Practices

Our approach focuses on:

👉 If you have specific sustainability requirements for your project, let us know in the intake form.

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