Surface Preparation
Professional surface preparation to clean, condition and prime castings for coating, inspection or end use.
Service overview
Surface Preparation
Surface preparation is the process of cleaning and conditioning the surface of finished castings to remove sand, scale, oxide layers and other contaminants, producing a clean, consistent surface ready for its next application, whether that is painting, coating, further inspection or direct use.
At AFM, surface preparation is treated as an important quality step. A properly prepared surface improves coating adhesion, enables accurate visual and dimensional inspection, and ensures the component presents and performs correctly in its end-use environment.
Our surface preparation processes are selected based on the component material, geometry and the customer's downstream requirements, ensuring the right result for every application.
01
Shot Blasting
Shot blasting effectively cleans casting surfaces and removes sand, scale and oxides while imparting a uniform surface profile that improves coating adhesion.
02
Sand & Scale Removal
All residual moulding sand, surface scale and oxide contamination is thoroughly removed before components proceed to inspection or finishing.
03
Improved Coating Adhesion
Properly prepared surfaces ensure paint, primer and protective coatings bond effectively, extending the service life of the finished component.
04
Pre-Inspection Readiness
Surface preparation ensures all features are clean and clearly visible for dimensional and visual inspection, supporting accurate and complete quality assessment.
Capabilities & Features
Product assembly
Category
Details
Processes
Shot blasting
Manual wire brushing and cleaning
Surface degreasing
Primer application (where specified)
Applications
Pre-paint and pre-coating preparation
Pre-inspection cleaning
Export and corrosion protection preparation
Final finish for direct-use components
Quality & Standards
Visual assessment of surface cleanliness
Compliance with customer surface condition requirements
Pre-coating surface profile verification (where applicable)
Documentation of surface treatment applied per batch
Simple & Transparent
Our proven workflow
Step 1
Design and planning
Step 2
Precision machining
Step 3
Final Inspection & dispatch
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals can AFM Casting work with?
We cast grey iron, ductile iron, carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel and aluminium, depending on the product and specification. Tell us the grade and standard you need, and we'll confirm it during contract review.
What casting processes do you use?
How do I engage AFM Casting Company for my production or project?
What industries do you supply?
Do you offer machining or finishing services after casting?
How do I get a quote, and what information do you need from me?
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