Boker’s, Inc., said the added capability represents its commitment to quality control and environmental responsibility.
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.—A prominent manufacturer of precision metal stampings and washers expanded its in-house capabilities last May with the installation of a state-of-the-art centrifuge system as part of its tumbling and deburring process.
According to Boker’s, Inc., its addition is engineered to optimize the deburring process, delivering enhanced consistency, improved surface finishes, and reduced environmental impact—all critical factors for design engineers and procurement teams, the company said in a release.
The new centrifuge system is specifically designed to control and maintain the chemistry of the tumbling process by continuously monitoring and adjusting key variables, the release stated. These variables are reported to include water hardness, pH levels, temperature, and concentrations of soaps and chemical compounds. According to the company, this ensures that components are processed under ideal and consistent conditions, minimizing variation and ensuring the high-quality surface finishes that today’s engineering specifications demand.
“Maintaining tight control over the variables in the tumbling process is essential for delivering repeatable, high-performance results,” said Tony Kersey, president of Boker’s, Inc., in the release. “This new centrifuge system allows us to maintain a high degree of reliability in the process, which is especially important for industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and med tech that demand tight tolerances and consistent finishes.”
Beyond enhanced process control, the centrifuge is said to result in less environmental impact. The system is designed to filter, separate, and reuse the water, soaps, and other compounds used during the tumbling process. By recirculating these consumables, Boker’s stated that it has significantly reduced the volume of resources required.
Before installing the centrifuge, the company used the water, soaps, and chemicals one time. But now, the water is used consistently for up to three months.
“Our customers have always trusted Boker’s to provide equality components, world-class customer service, and fast delivery,” Kersey added. “And enhancing our process with this advanced centrifuge further reflects our ongoing investment in both technology and responsible manufacturing.”
Boker’s, Inc. is a certified woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. The company maintains a quality management system that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.