Our cases
Challenge
Achieve a matte, scratch-resistant finish on a complex part with no visible machining marks.
What AluSME did
Led process trials and execution to meet industrial design requirements, guiding the machine shop on machining, bead blasting, alkaline etching and anodizing.
Deliverables
Specified coarser blasting media and adjusted etching parameters to conceal machining marks and enable shorter machining cycles.
Production outcome
Met design intent while reducing machining time and keeping costs down.
Challenge
Bring a new anodizing line into stable production with a team lacking the process expertise to meet quality requirements.
What AluSME did
Defined operating parameters for each process step, developed standard operating procedures and trained operators.
Deliverables
Process control plan, standard operating procedures, onsite training and remote support.
Production outcome
Stable 24/7 production delivering the required anodized finishes with improved yield.