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DISCOVER HOW OUR TOOLS HELP THE AEROSPACE INDUSTY

OVERVIEW

The aerospace industry is one of the most demanding sectors when it comes to precision, durability, and performance. For professionals in aerospace companies, aircraft manufacturers, jet engine builders, and aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities are acutely aware that surface finishing plays a critical role in ensuring that aerospace components meet these stringent standards. 

In aerospace, components such as turbine blades, landing gear, structural components, and engine parts need to withstand extreme conditions, including high temperatures, corrosive environments, and high-pressure situations. Surface finishing techniques are employed to improve surface integrity, increase durability, reduce friction, enhance corrosion resistance and improve fatigue resistance.  For metalworking professionals in the aerospace industry, understanding the importance of surface finishing and the tools used, such as industrial brushes and the FLEX-HONE® tool, is essential.

THE FLEX-HONE® TOOL IN AEROSPACE SURFACE FINISHING

Flexible Honing
Improved Surface Quality
Deburring
Achieving Superior Finishes

THE FLEX-HONE® TOOL IN AEROSPACE SURFACE FINISHING

A versatile and highly effective tool used in surface finishing processes. It's primarily designed for honing, which is critical in aerospace manufacturing for achieving precise surface finishes. Here are the main benefits of using the FLEX-HONE tool in aerospace applications:

  • Flexible Honing: The FLEX-HONE is used to achieve precise surface finishes, particularly in cylindrical components like engine cylinders, gear housings, and hydraulic parts. The FLEX-HONE ensures that parts meet the required tolerances for smooth operation and minimal friction.
  • Improved Surface Quality: The FLEX-HONE tool creates a consistent, cross-hatched finish, which is ideal for parts that require a specific surface texture to reduce friction or hold lubricants. This is especially crucial in parts such as engine cylinders or landing gear components.

  • Deburring: The flexible nature of the FLEX-HONE allows it to conform to the internal surfaces of complex parts, effectively removing burrs from holes, bores, and passages. This is critical in preventing issues like fluid leakage or wear from occurring during the part's operational life.

  • Achieving Superior Finishes: The FLEX-HONE is capable of providing fine finishes that meet the high standards required in aerospace. Its gentle action prevents material distortion, making it ideal for sensitive aerospace components.

CASE STUDIES

Learn how BRM tools are being used to improve processes, cut costs and save time!

New NAMPOWER Ceramic Thread Deburring Kits
Apr 3, 2025

New NAMPOWER Ceramic Thread Deburring Kits

Learn about BRM's new high performance thread deburring kits made with ceramic impregnated filament are saving time and money and lasting 3-5X longer than the competition.

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NEW Nampower Ceramic End Brushes For Automated Finishing & Deburring
Jun 2, 2024

NEW Nampower Ceramic End Brushes For Automated Finishing & Deburring

BRM's new Ceramic End Brushes designed to be loaded directly into your automated machining center to get to work immediately with no special adaptors needed. Made with advanced ceramic filament.

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6-Piece Tube Brush Kits In Various Sizes and Materials
Mar 0, 2024

6-Piece Tube Brush Kits In Various Sizes and Materials

Brush Research Manufacturing is now offering twisted wire 6 piece tube brush kits. These kits are designed for internal bore, tubing, drilled holes and cylindrical cavity cleaning. The ring handle tube brushes are conveniently kept on a carabiner. 

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Application Sales Sheet

FLEX-HONE®-CROSSHOLE DEBURRING

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FLEX-HONE®-CROSSHOLE DEBURRING

Learn how the FLEX-HONE deburred 48 cross holes in 12 seconds!

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FLEX-HONE®-POLISHING HARDENED STEEL

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FLEX-HONE®-POLISHING HARDENED STEEL

Learn how the FLEX-HONE took a set of carbide rings from a 40Ra to 4 in less than 20 seconds!

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FLEX-HONE®-COATING REMOVAL

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FLEX-HONE®-COATING REMOVAL

Learn how the FLEX-HONE removed paint and coating from a cylinder with minimal dimensional change!

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FLEX-HONE®-RUST AND CORROSION REMOVAL

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FLEX-HONE®-RUST AND CORROSION REMOVAL

Learn how the FLEX-HONE quickly and easily removed corrosion and rust with minimal dimensional change!

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FLEX-HONE®-THREAD DEBURRING

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FLEX-HONE®-THREAD DEBURRING

Learn how the FLEX-HONE deburrs coarse threads in 6 seconds!

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NAMPOWER END BRUSH - ALUMINUM

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NAMPOWER END BRUSH - ALUMINUM

Learn how the NAMPOWER Ceramic End Brushes automate finishing and deburring by finishing parts in 10 seconds!

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NAMPOWER END BRUSH - INCONEL

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NAMPOWER END BRUSH - INCONEL

Learn how the NAMPOWER Ceramic End Brushes automate finishing and deburring by finishing tough Inconel alloy parts in 20 seconds!

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ABRASIVE NYLON WHEELS-ALUMINUM EXTRUSION DEBURRING

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ABRASIVE NYLON WHEELS-ALUMINUM EXTRUSION DEBURRING

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