Automated grinding and polishing systems deliver consistent surface finishes that manual operations cannot match. AMD Automation designs finishing cells that combine robotic flexibility with process expertise for reliable surface quality.
Surface Finishing Technologies
Robotic Grinding
Force-controlled grinding for precision:
- Constant contact force on contoured surfaces
- Adaptive compliance for part variation
- Automatic tool change for multi-stage processes
- Suitable for low to medium volumes
Automated Polishing
Multi-stage systems for fine finishes:
- Progressive grit sequences
- Compound application control
- Buffing wheel and mop stations
- Mirror and satin finish capability
Belt Grinding
High material removal for production:
- Wide belt machines for flat surfaces
- Contact wheel grinding for contours
- Slack belt for conforming
- Automated belt change systems
Vibratory Finishing
Batch processing for high volumes:
- Deburring and edge radiusing
- Surface smoothing
- Burnishing for brightness
- Continuous flow systems
Force Control Technology
Critical for quality finishing:
- Active force control - Robot adjusts position to maintain force
- Passive compliance - Mechanical floating for simple applications
- Hybrid systems - Combine active and passive for best results
System Integration
Finishing cells integrate with production:
- Machine Vision - Surface inspection and defect detection
- Deburring - Combined deburring and finishing
- Assembly - Finish before final assembly
Quality Assurance
Verify surface quality with:
- Surface profilometry - Measure Ra, Rz parameters
- Visual inspection - Detect scratches and defects
- Gloss measurement - Quantify finish appearance
Industry Applications
- Automotive - Trim, wheels, and appearance parts
- Aerospace - Turbine blades and structural components
- Medical - Implants and surgical instruments
- Consumer - Appliances and hardware
Contact us to discuss automated grinding and polishing for your application.
Key Features
- Force-controlled grinding
- Multi-stage polishing sequences
- Adaptive path programming
- Tool wear compensation
- Surface roughness monitoring
- Compound and coolant delivery
- Dust extraction systems
- Mirror finish capability
Applications
Metal Finishing
Achieve specified surface finishes on steel, aluminum, and stainless parts.
Weld Grinding
Blend welds flush with parent material for appearance and function.
Cast Finish
Improve surface quality on cast components.
Cosmetic Polishing
Mirror and brushed finishes for consumer products.
Benefits
Consistent Finish
Achieve repeatable surface quality across all parts.
Reduced Labor
Automate fatiguing manual grinding and polishing tasks.
Worker Safety
Remove operators from dust, noise, and vibration exposure.
Higher Quality
Precision force control prevents gouging and over-grinding.
Our engineers can help evaluate your requirements.