FRICTION STIR WELDING AND PROCESSING
At VRC Metal Systems, we specialize in advancing your manufacturing capabilities through innovative friction stir welding (FSW) and friction stir processing (FSP). Discover how these leading-edge technologies can revolutionize your products by enhancing your product’s performance and lifespan. Through FSW/P we can help you reduce manufacturing costs while increasing your output quality, all with services tailored to meet your specific project requirements.
What is Friction Stir Welding (FSW)?
Process Overview:
- Solid State Welding: No melting, reducing defects like porosity and cracking.
- High-Quality Joins: Utilizes a wear-resistant rotating tool to join materials by creating a plastic state where materials can be stirred together.
Benefits:
- High Welding Speed
- No Emissions
- No Need for Filler Material
- Superior Mechanical Properties
- Cost Efficiency
What is Friction Stir Processing (FSP)?
Process Overview:
- Ductility
- Corrosion Resistance
- Ballistic Performance
- Porosity Consolidation
Applications:
- Surface Modification
- Local Property Enhancement
Materials We Work With
- Aluminum: All series (1xxx through 7xxx), especially 6xxx.
- Copper: Including alloys like brass and bronze for thermal management and more.
- Dissimilar Alloys: Optimizing for thermal, aerospace, and medical applications.
- Magnesium: For lightweight, high-stiffness components.
- Ferrous Alloys: For specialized applications where tool life supports.
Our Certifications
American Welding Society (AWS)
Applications by Industry
Thermal Management
Aerospace
Construction
Transportation
Electric Vehicles
Other Sectors
our Services
ON-SITE SUPPORT
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SYSTEM CALIBRATION
Products can be configured by one of our experienced technicians.
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