Fluoropolymer Case Studies

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Capabilities

Our CNC turning and milling facility means we can offer the full engineering service to our customers.

Our inspection and measuring equipment includes a state-of-the-art CNC Coordinate measuring machine, and optical measuring machines.
- Milling
  
  Learn more about our CNC milling capabilities and how we can help bring your ideas to life. Our expert team is ready to take on your next project. We offer comprehensive plastic CNC milling services from the micro in size to much larger 1 meter long components.
- Turning
  
  CNC turning of PTFE and engineering plastics. Live tooling on our lathes mean competitive pricing and shorter lead times.
- Micro Parts
  
  We are proud to have assisted with development of many insulating components with a diameter of 1mm or less.
Engineering & Design

We provide a bespoke fluoropolymer component design & manufacture service and can deliver the right solution to your problem.
Manufactured Plastic Parts

For over 25 years, we have been manufacturing high-performance plastic parts for our clients, and we have established ourselves as leading experts in the production of certain fluoropolymer products. Whilst we can design and produce almost any part or component that is...
- Seals
  
  We design and manufacture world-class plastic, rubber and elastomer seals.
  - Custom Seals
    
    When you’ve tried standard profile seals without success or know you’re going to need a bespoke solution for a particular project, we can deliver what you need.
  - Standard Seals
    
    AFT Fluorotec have an extensive range of PTFE materials and we can also produce seals in other materials such as VICTREX® PEEK, PU, FPM and NBR.
  - RCD Seals
    
    AFT Fluorotec have a broad range of experience in designing and manufacturing RCD seals for the oil & gas industry.
  - PTFE Seals
    
    From back up rings and mining seals to piston seals and o rings, we offer a wide range of sealing products machined from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
  - VICTREX PEEK Seals
    
    With outstanding mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance properties, PEEK is an ideal material to use for sealing applications.
  - Compressor Parts
    
    We pride ourselves on our expert knowledge of the compressor parts industry, providing a wide range of compounds suitable for your application.
- Tubes & Rods
  
  We can produce fluoropolymer tubes and rods in any size, shape or material type.
- Backup Rings
  
  We can design and manufacture an almost limitless range of VICTREX PEEK back up rings (BUR’s) as well as PTFE rings.
- Valve Seats
  
  We manufacture valve seats manufactured from our AF range of materials, including PTFE and VICTREX PEEK materials.
- PTFE Bellows
  
  What Are PTFE Bellows? PTFE bellows are flexible, accordion-like structures made from Polytetrafluoroethylene, a synthetic fluoropolymer known for its exceptional properties. These bellows are designed to provide a combination of flexibility and chemical resistance while maintaining their structural integrity. PTFE bellows are...
- Desalter Bushings
  
  Desalter Bushings, also known as Desalter Entrance Bushings, Desalter Vessel Entrance Bushings, and Dehydrator and TR Bushings, are crucial components in the oil refining industry. These specialised bushings are designed to improve the efficiency and reliability of the desalting process, a critical...
Slide Bearings

AFT Fluorotec have been manufacturing slide bearings for the UK construction industry for many years.
- PTFE Bearing Design
  
  Browse some of our typical PTFE slide bearing and skidway plate configurations and get in touch to discuss your requirements.
- Selection & installation guide
  
  PTFE slide bearings can be fixed to the installation by full welding, tack welding, mortar embedment or bolting.

Semiconductor Halar ECTFE Coated Ductwork and Pipework Systems

Low Friction Coatings, Surface Preparation, PTFE Coatings, Halar® ECTFE Coatings

A leading expert in the high-volume production of semiconductor components required ductwork coated in Halar ECTFE. We were able to provide high-quality coatings on a constricted timescale.

Corrosion in Mining Equipment

Automotive, Construction, Anti-Corrosion Paints, PTFE Coatings, Halar® ECTFE Coatings, Surface Preparation

Corrosion is a significant problem facing the mining industry today. It can cause costly downtime and damage machinery. We were recently able to help one company prevent corrosion and avoid unnecessary expense.

Halar ECTFE Coating for a Centrifugal Fan Impeller

Halar® ECTFE Coatings, Anti-Corrosion Paints, Electronics

See how our AFC 2301 Halar ECTFE based coating was used to provide corrosion protection and improved impact strength and abrasion resistance to a centrifugal fan impeller.

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AFT Fluorotec Head Office
Unit F City Park, Swiftfields,
Welwyn Garden City, UK
AL7 1LY

AFT Fluorotec Coatings Manufacturing Site
Unit 4, Swallowfields,
Welwyn Garden City, UK
AL7 1JD

Tel: 01992 515880

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Case Studies

Semiconductor Halar ECTFE Coated Ductwork and Pipework Systems

Corrosion in Mining Equipment

Halar ECTFE Coating for a Centrifugal Fan Impeller

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Case Studies

Semiconductor Halar ECTFE Coated Ductwork and Pipework Systems

Corrosion in Mining Equipment

Halar ECTFE Coating for a Centrifugal Fan Impeller

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OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Our Accreditations