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Precision Surface Grinding in Fineblanking
Fineblanking is a precision metal-forming process that produces high-quality parts, but even these parts often require additional surface grinding or finishing services. Here’s why fineblanked parts may need further processing and the benefits of partnering with a specialized precision surface grinding service provider: Why Fineblanked Parts Need Additional Finishing Benefits…
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Precision Grinding in Cleveland OH
Cleveland, OH is known for its heavy-metal industries focused on product manufacturing. Given the intense production levels in the area, it’s not surprising that Cleveland would also feature highly skilled precision grinding companies that specialize in surface finishing parts and components made of metals, ceramics, composites, and other materials. These…
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High Precision Grinding for Diverse Parts
When precision, quality, and versatility are critical to your production process, Alternative Surface Grinding is the go-to partner for your grinding needs. Specializing in high-precision grinding with exceptional quality and tight tolerances, we offer a broad array of grinding services tailored to a wide range of materials and industries. Whether you’re…
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Superfinishing Services
Superfinishing is a machining process that increases part life, reduces wear, achieves tighter tolerances, strengthens load-bearing surfaces, improves sealing performance, and eliminates machine break-in periods. Originally developed by the automotive industry in the 1930s and still used there extensively, superfinishing is now employed in applications as varied as the production…
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The Art and Science of Double-Disc Grinding & Hyprolapping
The markets for double-disc grinding and hyprolapping services continue to expand as more companies in different industries are interested in the technology. While the automotive and aerospace industries have long maintained key positions in these markets, new applications like computer chip-making and knife-smithing have emerged and are experiencing strong growth,…
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Why Alternative Surface Grinding?
Alternative Surface Grinding (ASG) offers world-class quality, competitive prices and rapid turnaround times. We have over 50 years of experience in precision flat grinding and finishing, making us the obvious choice for customers seeking time-tested expertise and competence in these areas. For five decades we have invested in the latest…
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Metal Injection Molding
Metal injection molding (MIM) is a manufacturing process used to produce small, intricate metal parts with complex geometries. It combines the design flexibility of plastic injection molding with the strength and durability of metal components. Metal Injection Molding Overview Applications and Industries Using MIM Are there other services that ASG…
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How Is Hyprolapping Used in Firearm Manufacturing?
Surface grinding procedures like hyprolapping are often required for critical firearm components such as bolt carriers, firing pins, and rifle chambers to achieve the necessary surface finish and flatness. Hyprolapping Process Importance in Firearm Manufacturing The surface finish and flatness of components like bolt carriers, firing pins, and rifle chambers…
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FAQ: Hyprolapping Precision Machining for Parts
Hyprolapping, a precision machining process, often raises several questions due to its specialized nature. Here are some frequently asked questions: What is hyprolapping, and how does it differ from other machining methods? Hyprolapping is a machining process that combines aspects of grinding and lapping to achieve extremely tight tolerances and…
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Hyprolapping for Metal Injection Molded (MIM) Parts
Hyprolapping is a critical step for metal injection molded (MIM) parts due to several reasons, as outlined in the provided resource: Overall, hyprolapping plays a crucial role in the surface finishing of metal injection molded parts, enabling manufacturers to achieve superior surface quality, tight tolerances, and improved mechanical properties essential…