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As more systems become automated, the global automation and linear motion market continues to grow. Analysts forecast 7.2% growth from 2021 to 2026.* But manufacturers are struggling to keep up amid unprecedented unplanned downtime and supply chain disruptions.
You can improve productivity by choosing the right metal finishing solution—and Bales can help. We fuse science and craftsmanship to deliver exceptional results for automation and linear motion manufacturers worldwide.
Since 1978, we’ve been protecting metal surfaces in ways others don’t dare. From face rails to rollers, your automation and linear motion components will benefit from our legacy of customer satisfaction, integrity, and innovation.
* Source: ReportLinker.com
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Automation & Linear Motion Solutions FAQs
Precision and efficiency are vital in automation and linear motion applications. Our coatings ensure the optimal performance of components in these sectors. This FAQ section addresses common queries about how our advanced solutions reduce wear, enhance longevity, and improve performance in automation components, aligning with the dynamic needs of the industry.
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Metal finishing is crucial for a variety of reasons that impact both the aesthetics and functionality of metal components. Here are some key reasons why metal finishing is important:
- Corrosion Resistance: Metal finishing, such as plating or coating, creates a protective layer that shields the metal from environmental factors like moisture, chemicals, and oxidation, thereby preventing or reducing corrosion.
- Enhanced Durability: Finishing processes can increase a metal's resistance to wear, abrasion, and scratches, thereby extending the lifespan of components and ensuring they can withstand harsh conditions.
- Improved Aesthetics: Finishing techniques can enhance the appearance of metal surfaces, providing a polished, decorative, or customized look that aligns with design preferences.
- Smoothness and Lubrication: Finishing processes can create smoother surfaces, reducing friction and improving the performance of moving parts. Some finishes also provide built-in lubrication properties.
- Improved Aesthetics: Finishing techniques can enhance the appearance of metal surfaces, providing a polished, decorative, or customized look that aligns with design preferences.
The surface finish of a metal can have a notable effect on its hardness. Surface finish refers to the condition of a material's surface, which can range from very rough to highly polished. The effect of surface finish on hardness is influenced by factors such as material type, processing methods, and applied treatments.
- Smoothing Effect: A smoother surface finish can lead to an increase in perceived hardness due to improved resistance to indentation. A polished or finely finished surface tends to resist deformation and indentation better than a rough surface.
- Stress Concentration: A rough or uneven surface can act as a stress concentrator, making the material more susceptible to localized deformation or fracture. This can create the appearance of reduced hardness in areas of stress concentration.
- Coating Impact: Applied coatings, such as plating or surface treatments, can modify the hardness of the surface layer independently from the bulk material. Coatings can add hardness, wear resistance, and other properties.
Solve Your Abrasion and Release Issues
Automation and linear motion users need to maximize production. Avoid downtime caused by wear and sticking with Bales’ proprietary NIBORE™ and Diamond E.N.™ coatings.
NIBORE™
There’s a lot to love about Bales’ proprietary NIBORE coating™. It offers superior lubricity and release, excellent abrasion resistance, plus uniform plating.
- 0.05 > Coefficient of Friction
- 54 Rockwell Hardness
- 0.00005 to 0.0005” Plating Thickness Range
Diamond E.N.™
Diamond E.N.™ provides exceptional abrasion resistance by combining Electroless Nickel and nano-sized diamond particles. With a low coefficient of friction, this proprietary coating can take on your wear and release issues all at once.
- 0.10 Coefficient of Friction
- 57 Rockwell Hardness
- 0.00005 to 0.0005” Plating Thickness Range
Case Study: NIBORE™ Expands Mold Potential & Life
With the adaptation and implementation of automation in manufacturing, machines and systems can run 24/7. Due to this extended run time, a customer was facing excessive downtime due to mold sets, broken blade and ejector pin replacement, and customer delay.
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