Mechanical Finishing
Replacing Media Update
In the July, 2005 issue, you answered my question: How long can I run my straight through vibrator without adding media, the purpose being to then empty the machine and start over with all new media.
Read MoreNeed a Different Mass Finishing Method
I have 4,000 parts/day of a flat stamping, much like a large flat washer. The problem is that the parts stick together and many of them only get finished on one side. What are your suggestions?
Read MoreDeburring with Dry Products
We want to remove the burrs without damaging the glossy finish. We are extremely careful to avoid anything potentially harmful if a child puts it in his mouth. Do you have any suggestions for a media or process?
Read MoreAdding a Centrifugal Disc Machine
Our finishing department has three vibrators and a tumbling barrel. We are planning to add a centrifugal disc machine. Will the media and compound we have been using work okay in the centrifugal disc process?
Read MoreNew Vibratory Finishing Compound Wearing Down Too Fast
What component of the compound causes this accelerated media wear and could it also harm machine parts such as the urethane liner?
Read MoreLike New...Only Better?
I have some concern about using this media. Will it debur as well as my angle cut triangles? Will it have shorter life since it is smaller? Can I mix these two media? Should I have any other concerns?
Read MoreWhen to Change Out Chemical Tanks
Question: How do you determine when it is time to change out chemical tanks.
Read MorePassivate Stainless Steel
Question: I have been told that it is not necessary to passivate 316 S.S., but that 303 and 304 must be to provide a corrosion resistant surface.
Read MoreGear Media
Gear Media Question: I have heard the term, “gear media” and I wonder what this is.
Read MoreCleaning Copper Parts
Question: Some of our copper parts, which have been cleaned but not protected by a chemical reagent but cased by vacuum bag, take on a bad appearance after three days.
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