Vibratory Finishing Equipment

Also known as mass finishing, vibratory finishing is a process in which a large volume of parts tumble amid a mass of media, water, and compound inside a vibrating chamber. Typically driven by an out-of-balance motor, the vibratory motion enables the mass of media to use friction to deliver a wide range of finishes to a large volume of parts. These processes can include cleaning, deburring, blending, surface preparation, finishing, burnishing, and polishing.

Most media used in vibratory finishing is either ceramic or plastic, but steel and stainless steel can be used for burnishing applications. SurfacePrep supplies a full range of vibratory finishing equipment, including:

Vibratory Bowls & Tubs

The most versatile and widely used mass finishing configuration, vibratory bowls and tubs move parts through a mass of media and compound to deburr, burnish, clean, and finish a high volume of parts consistently and efficiently.

Tumble Barrels

The original form of mass finishing equipment, tumble barrels rotate parts and media together in a barrel chamber—a straightforward, low-cost option for basic deburring and cleaning applications.

High Energy Finishing Systems

For high-value parts or finishes that standard vibratory equipment cannot achieve, high-energy systems deliver far greater force in shorter cycle times, with configurations including centrifugal disc, centrifugal barrel, and drag finishing systems.

Wastewater Systems

Vibratory finishing processes generate wastewater that must be properly managed before disposal. Wastewater systems treat and separate process water and solids to keep your operation clean and compliant.