AFM tooling is an essential part of our process here at Extrude Hone AFM. Do you know what’s involved in AFM tooling? Are you curious? Then this blog is for you! At Extrude Hone AFM, we’re always happy to discuss any aspects of our patented process and answer any questions you may have. We’re love to pass along our knowledge to curious minds!
Tooling is an important basic requirement in abrasive flow machining (AFM). Each tool is a holding fixture that is depended on to do 3 fundamental things:
- Holds and supports the workpiece while it is processed
- Directs the flow of abrasive media to the area of the workpiece requiring abrasive flow
- Protects other areas of the workpiece where no abrasive flow is desired
For each project, the tooling is specially designed to contain the process as operations are conducted on the workpiece. In nearly all instances, the area of the workpiece to be processed is set up to provide a pressure restriction for the abrasive flow to remove the material as required.
Our patented AFM process relies on tooling to achieve the intended results for each project. We set up our AFM tooling to ensure our process results in precise, repeatable abrasion for various workpieces that many industries depend on to be successful. Want to find out more about AFM tooling? Feel free to give us a call at (562) 531-2976 – we look forward to speaking with you.
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Industries Served
Extrude Hone AFM has been proudly serving many industries throughout the world for over 53 years. We continue to expand our operations every year as technology changes and adapts to new demands. We partner with many leading industries including:- Additive manufacturing
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Dies, molds, and gears
- EDM recast removal
- Food processing
- Hydraulics
- Medical
- Turbines and pumps
Industry not listed?
If you don’t see your industry listed here, don’t worry – our process can be customized to meet your exact specifications. Contact us today and let’s talk about your needs. We’re confident that we can meet – and probably even exceed – your expectations.
Portfolio
As previously mentioned, we have been partnering with companies throughout the US and the world for decades. Check out photos of some of our most recent projects here. It’s time to take your machinery to the next level. Find out how much the performance of your machinery can improve after going through the Extrude Hone AFM process today. You’re going to be blown away. Call us at (562) 531-2976 to discuss your needs with our expert staff and get your free estimate today.
