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Many people have no idea what we do here at Extrude Hone AFM. The purpose of this blog is to try and demystify abrasive flow machining for our wonderful clients and prospective clients. Read on for a quick class in Abrasive Flow Machining (AFM) 101: Abrasive flow machining, simply put in the most rudimentary terms,…

The purpose of Extrude Hone AFM is simple and profound. The whole reason why Extrude Hone AFM exists boils down to this threefold mission: Better performance Better fuel efficiency Cleaner exhaust emissions The AFM process used here at Extrude Hone AFM allows us to achieve this mission every time we complete work on a component.…

Extrude Hone AFM has served many industries in California, Texas, Nevada, and Arizona since 1971. For decades, we have assisting companies with improving their processes by providing excellent quality abrasive flow machining services. The industry areas we serve include: Automotive Aerospace Food processing Hydralicus Medical If you have an automotive business in the southwestern portion…

Extrude Hone AFM is the premiere AFM company that has helped many industries be successful for over 52 years. AFM stands for abrasive flow machining, and if you need AFM work done, the best choice is to go with the AFM experts at Extrude Hone AFM. They say a picture is worth a thousand words,…

Extrude Hone AFM has been an industry leader in abrasive flow machining (AFM) for over 52 years. You may be wondering exactly what Extrude Hone AFM does for industries throughout Southern California. Read on to find out what Extrude Hone AFM is and why it matters. Helpful definitions Abrasive flow machining (AFM) is also known…

Learn how Extrude Hone AFM can help enhance parts made by additive manufacturing. Once regarded as a mere novelty by some, additive manufacturing, aka 3D printing, is now an extremely popular method of producing all kinds of objects. There are many different technologies that fall under the umbrella of additive manufacturing, such as: SLA: This…

Learn how automotive AFM can improve vehicle performance. Back in the 1970s, one of Extrude Hone AFM’s founders pioneered the concept of “PowerFlow,” which involves using abrasive flow machining techniques to dramatically enhance the capabilities of certain combustion engine parts. By 1992, major companies such as Ford had taken notice and even begun incorporating our…

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