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Process Development at Armoloy

Providing Repeatability through Process Development and Validation.

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Process Development & Validation

At Armoloy, excellence in metal surface engineering is achieved through our focus on rigorous process development and validation. Our methodology is a cornerstone of our operational strategy and a competitive advantage in industries like aerospace, nuclear, and medical devices, where conformance and reliability are paramount.
Our development centers in Chicago, Illinois, and Providence, Rhode Island, are not just facilities but innovation hubs. Here, we harness advanced technologies and methodologies in surface engineering to enhance our processes. These centers also facilitate customer collaboration, ensuring that our development aligns closely with their expectations and feedback, which is integral to our process optimization strategy.
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Repeatability and Partner Focus

Repeatability is at the heart of what we do, ensuring that every job of finished components returns the same high quality, job after job. This focus is critical not only in meeting customer expectations but also in adhering to regulatory standards and conformance. By involving partners in the PPAP process and tailoring the extent of testing and validation to their needs, we ensure a product that is both compliant and precisely suited to partner requirements. Our excellence in repeatability is made possible by:

Process Development: We meticulously design our plating processes to be consistent and repeatable, tailored to precise partner specifications. This includes a deep dive into the nuances of each project, ensuring that every aspect of surface engineering, from tooling to final inspections, is optimized for both performance and cost.

Process Validation: Our validation process provides documented proof that our methods produce results that meet all pre-defined expectations consistently. It involves rigorous testing and adjustments to refine the process continually.

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Core Benefits

Quality Assurance: Our development and validation processes ensure that each component not only meets but often exceeds the required specifications. This consistent quality helps in sustaining the Armoloy brand’s strong reputation and trust among our partners in surface engineering.

Regulatory Compliance and Market Competitiveness: Adherence to stringent regulatory standards is guaranteed, avoiding costly legal and compliance issues. Moreover, our efficient processes enable us to maintain competitive lead times, adapting swiftly to market demands.

Cost Efficiency and Engineering: Early detection and resolution of potential issues prevent costly late-stage corrections. Our ability to modify process parameters—such as tooling, time in tank, currents, and amperage—ensures optimal performance and cost-effectiveness. This nuanced approach to cost engineering is critical, often allowing us to offer multiple processing options depending on our partner’s specific needs and constraints.

Industries Served

Armoloy provides metal surface engineering solutions to all of the following industries and more:

Aerospace
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Automotive
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Bearings
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Clean Energy
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Defense
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Food Processing
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Injection Mold
One of Armoloy injection mold coatings applied to a branded soft drink bottle steel mold
Linear Motion
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Machined Components
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Medical
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Nuclear
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Oil and Gas
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Packaging
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Pumps
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Robotics
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Semiconductors
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Surgical
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Textiles
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Services at Armoloy

The engineering process is only a part of Armoloy’s dedication as a start-to-finish surface engineering partner. Explore where our process begins, or get more details on our R&D capabilities and global fulfillment network.

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How It Works - Project Timeline
View a step-by-step outline of the average project timeline for an industry partner of Armoloy, and explore our approach to engineered solutions.
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Research & Development
Fully equipped R&D plating lab for test runs, prototyping, and continual development of our plating technologies. Our turnkey approach ensures high-quality outcomes for your project.
Global Fulfillment Solutions
Armoloy ensures the development of a robust plating process that can be distributed to one of our 16 plating facilities. We’ll handle prototyping, process validation, and much more.

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