Deburring and Finishing Techniques Result in Flawless Finishes
When it comes to deburring and finishing strategies, cutting-edge methods not only improve the aesthetic quality of machined components but also enhance their functionality and reliability, allowing your shop to produce parts with greater efficiency and repeatability.
Shoulder Milling Line Offers New Grades
Sandvik Coromant (Mebane, NC) has expanded its CoroMill® MS20 shoulder milling line to include grade GC1230 for ISO P steel applications. Already proven in ISO M and ISO S materials, the new grade extends the tool’s scope to a wider range of machining tasks in the general engineering and automotive industries.
The CoroMill MS20 is designed for true 90° shoulder milling and supports both roughing and finishing operations, including face milling, linear and helical ramping, slotting and plunging. The cutter bodies provide tight axial and radial runout tolerances, helping to maintain wall quality and surface finish while reducing the risk of scrap. Grade GC1230 incorporates advanced substrate and coating technologies to improve wear resistance and edge security, resulting in consistent tool life and predictable performance, even under demanding cutting conditions.
Inserts are produced with precision pressing technology for dimensional accuracy and extended insert life, and the insert’s wear pattern is gradual and reliable for fewer unexpected tool changes and increased productivity. The CoroMill MS20 range covers cutter bodies from 15.8 mm–to-84 mm (with inch equivalents) and includes a new cylindrical shank option with an integrated Silent Tools™ damping feature.
Deburring Machine Streamlines Finishing Processes
Grizzly Industrial (Bellingham, WA) introduces the G0974 Deburring Machine — a versatile finishing solution that replaces time-consuming hand deburring, grinding, and polishing for busy metalworking shops. Its four-point articulating arm, dual-spindle variable-speed motor with DRO, and vacuum table hold-down allow fabricators to work for hours at a time without injury or strain, all while maintaining consistent quality and cleaner shop air.
Mount two accessories at a time on the grinding machine’s articulating arm for exceptional results without time-consuming hand finishing. The arm is easy to control for exact positioning, with 180° head rotation to quickly switch between in-use attachments. Several separately available disc types make it simple to achieve precision, customized finishes for every project. Features include: a four-point articulating arm; vacuum table; built-in dust collection; a dual-spindle motor; and a variable-speed spindle with DRO.
Quality Parts Finishing System
ALMCO (Albert Lea, MN), a leading U.S. manufacturer of industrial parts washers and surface finishing equipment, and part of Innovance Inc., is dedicated to providing manufacturers with innovative and productive parts finishing and washing machines. ALMCO spotlighted its SBB-8V round bowl finishing machine, among others, at FABTECH 2025.
The SBB-8V features an 8 cubic-foot working capacity and is part of the company’s latest generation of round bowl-type finishing machines. The machine’s spiral bottom bowl design provides a larger open area below the screen to aid in part travel around the bowl during batch processing. It also decreases the final incline to the screen during part discharge.
Series machines are available in several sizes, and ALMCO will custom configure them with options for specific end user applications. When equipped with an air-operated discharge door, the machines are easily integrated into automated systems.
Deburring for Main Bores with Cross Holes
Heule Precision Tools (Loveland, OH) introduces the SNAP-X line for cross hole deburring of main bores with multiple cross bores. This unique technology, built on the proven Heule SNAP platform, provides a reliable, automated solution that reduces cycle time, improves consistency, and eliminates secondary operations. SNAP-X deburrs intersecting cross bores — at different diameters and angles — directly through the main bore in one pass. With two cutting blades that work in both directions, it provides forward and backward cutting. A special guiding edge and gliding section prevent damage to the main bore during operation. Blades can be swapped by hand quickly and without tools, keeping downtime to a minimum. Each SNAP-X is custom-engineered and built for each customer’s specific application.
Finishing with Automated Modular Table
The Finisher from Brinkman Precision Inc. (West Henrietta, NY) is an automated modular deburring and polishing table. The modular design ensures quick and easy changeover for multiple parts. The table runs on 110V and 90 psi air for easy relocation and use anywhere. The integrated cleaning system eliminates the need for a subsequent cleaning operation. The Finisher, when utilizing a cobot, such as the Universal Robots’ UR5e, is easy to program and delivers accuracy, with no downtime. The product features a compact design with a 4’-by-3’ footprint.
