While many parts and components require a smooth, perfect exterior surface, there are an equal number of components that may also require a prepared and precise internal surface. This is not done by cutting or boring tools which can leave ridges and surface irregularities, but rather through the process of internal grinding.
Internal grinding is not required on all projects or for all holes bored into cylinders, rods, and other types of bar. It is used in a wide range of fabrication and machine parts and assembly including in the automobile industry, in the assembly and construction of aircraft and aerospace equipment, in electrical and engine components, and for general fabrication needs is any type of industrial application.
To ensure your internal grinding for any type of metal alloy or some types of rubbers and plastics is done correctly, you need to find a shop that can do the job to your specifications.
Grinding Services Provided
For any type of internal grinding, the first step will be to narrow down your choices to grinding companies that can provide the specifics of the job you need. This means not only having the equipment to get the job done but also having the capacity or the ability to handle small or large orders.
There are some companies that do top quality grinding but require minimum orders or have maximum order sizes. These types of limitations can impact how the job gets done. There are also companies that are fully scalable for projects and can handle one part to a million.
Years in the Industry
The best companies providing internal grinding will have both experience and a reputation as a company, but they also hire experienced staff to get the job done. As this type of grinding requires greater care and attention, often with tolerances much higher than external grinding requirements, experience really is a critical component.
Equipment on Hand
A specialized company focusing exclusively on grinding, rather than on all types of machining, will have the equipment on hand to complete your internal grinding quickly, accurately and effectively.
General machining shops often have grinders, but grinding is only a small part of the services they provide. On the other hand, the specialized company offering internal grinding makes it a priority to have the best technology and top equipment to get the job done correctly for each and every piece.