SPALECK FINISH
Process Media
Our abrasive media, compounds and treatment products meet the highest demands for quality, economy and environmental compatibility. They come from a continuously optimized production that combines modern production methods and strict quality assurance. Comprehensive warehousing ensures high availability and fast delivery – so that your processes run smoothly.
Abrasive media
Abrasive media are industrially manufactured shaped bodies that are used for surface treatment in vibratory finishing systems. They differ in shape, size, abrasive power and base materials – from ceramic to plastic. Their versatile applicability enables the processing of a wide variety of materials – from metal to plastic to ceramic.
Compounds
Compounds are special additives that actively support vibratory finishing processes. They consist of biodegradable active ingredients and improve the grinding performance, clean the workpieces and have a corrosion-inhibiting effect. They are available in liquid, solid or powder form and can be combined with defoamers, biocides or flocculants, depending on requirements.
Polishing media
Polishing media are used when particularly high-quality surfaces are required – for example, for decorative metals or precision parts. Material compaction and the simultaneous use of polishing pastes or powders create a shiny, smooth surface with high resistance. Polishing media are available in various degrees of hardness and shapes.
Additives
Various additives can be used to specifically support individual processing steps or final drying. They improve the process water, accelerate drying, prevent corrosion or ensure better separation. Individual requirements – such as environmental compatibility or aftertreatment – can also be met through the targeted selection of additives.
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What role do compounds, abrasives, polishing agents, and additives play in the surface finishing process?
The surface finishing process is based on the interaction of process technology (compound, abrasive and polishing media) and machine technology (system type). Only by specifically coordinating these components can an optimal processing result be achieved.
Compounds support the machining process with their chemical action. In addition to a cleaning effect, this can also include targeted roughening of the surface or protection against corrosion. Abrasives are abrasive and produce targeted material removal on edges and workpiece surfaces. The selection is made depending on the desired processing intensity and workpiece material. Polishing agents, on the other hand, are non-abrasive and serve to smooth the surface and create an even shine. Additives are used optionally if there are special requirements, e.g. in the case of excessive foaming or if the workpieces stick together.
How do you select the right process agent for a specific material or application?
The selection of the appropriate process media always depends on the interaction between the material, the desired machining result and the workpiece geometry. With our compounds, the product name already indicates their suitability for certain materials. For grinding and polishing media, it is also generally specified which materials are particularly suitable for which materials. However, the geometry of the workpiece also plays an important role in selecting the right medium. It must always be possible to separate workpieces and grinding media easily, and jamming during the machining process should be avoided.
In order to find the optimal combination of compound, grinding or polishing media and process parameters, we carry out sample processing in our technical centre. This ensures that the selected solution is precisely tailored to your requirements.