Finishing Solutions for Manufactured Components

A finished component often needs more than its basic machined or formed geometry. Surface condition, appearance, edge condition and preparation for a subsequent coating or assembly stage can all influence the final part. Part finishing provides the manufacturing stage where these requirements are addressed.

Finishing Requirements We Can Address

• Surface preparation after machining or forming
• Removal or refinement of residual manufacturing marks
• Preparation before plating or coating
• Appearance-focused finishing for visible component surfaces
• Finishing routes for repeat production components

Choosing the Right Finishing Route

The appropriate process depends on the component material, geometry, existing surface condition and required final result. A part may require mechanical finishing, vibratory processing, buffing, anodizing, plating, lacquer, powder coating or another coating process depending on the specification.

Materials

Our documented material expertise includes ETP copper, aluminium, phosphor bronze, lead-free brass alloys, low-lead brass alloys and copper alloys. Material compatibility is considered when determining the applicable finishing sequence.

Inspection and Process Verification

Dipak Sales lists digital micrometers, vernier calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, dial gauges, bore gauges, coating thickness gauges, digital measuring instruments and other measurement equipment. Third-party hardness and chemical composition testing are also available where applicable.

Integrated Component Manufacturing

Part finishing can be positioned after turning, drilling, milling, tapping, forging, casting, stamping, grinding or other manufacturing stages. It can then be followed by assembly and packing when the customer's requirement calls for a completed component or assembly.