TR90 Plastic
TR90 plastic is a newer type of polymer plastic that has many advantages over more traditional plastics used in eyeglass frames. ... Read More
Plastic vs Ceramic Media
Selecting the proper media can be as much an art as a science. A clear understanding of all the finishing requirements ... Read More
Ceramic vs Plastic Tumbling Media
The world of tumbling media is a fine balance between science, art, and industrial alchemy. At the heart of it lies ... Read More
Polishing Machined Aluminum
Polishing machined aluminum is a delicate art—transforming raw, rugged metal parts into smooth, gleaming end products. The process is not merely ... Read More
Surface Finishing Aluminum
Aluminum parts that are stamped, molded. extruded, saw-cut, etc. all need to be deburred. These parts also typically need a specified ... Read More
Pre-Anodized Machined Aluminum
Machined Aluminum Anodizing is an electrochemical process where a very thin portion of the surface of the metal is converted into ... Read MoreDeburring Aluminum Slots
Selection of media shape and size is critical when trying to deburr slots and holes. The material type (i.e., aluminum, steel, ... Read MoreSmooth Aluminum Finish
Aluminum is a relatively soft metal that is easily nicked, scratched and damaged by handling – both during the part manufacturing ... Read MoreRemoving Machine Marks
Machining aluminum parts to create the specified dimensions and geometry of the part leaves light etching, ‘swirls’ and general machine marks ... Read MoreAluminum Edge Rounding
Deburring and edge rounding often go together. Aluminum is generally tumbled with less abrasive and lighter Plastic and Synthetic media ... Read MoreFiberglass Deflashing – Alternative
Removing the flash off various types of molded parts (see last post) can be done in a wet or try process. ... Read MoreChoosing Tumbling Media (2)
In addition to choosing the proper type of tumbling media, the shape and size of media is also critical to achieving ... Read More
Choosing Tumbling Media for Deburring, Deflashing or Polishing
Tumbling media for deburring is a crucial player when it comes to surface finishing. It is used to smooth out much-jagged ... Read More
