März 01, 2019
Surface Treatment MD&D West 2019

First Ever Dry Electropolishing Machines

GPA Innova, a Spanish company, has developed a new patented technology for the automatic grinding and polishing of high-precision metal components. The company’s DryLyte® process is the first ever DRY electropolishing system that does not use liquid as electrolyte and is suitable for many different types of metal including steel, stainless steel, cobalt chrome, copper, brass, and titanium components.

This process is particularly well suited for medical manufacturing, because it polishes to a smooth mirror finish without the use of the harsh chemicals used in traditional electropolishing methods. This is great news for those concerned about bio compatibility. The technology greatly improves surface quality by removing materials only from the peaks of roughness, preserving the geometry of the piece, and without leaving micro-scratches on the surface. The whole process is a clean and simple one step process that is safer to the user and the environment.

The DryLyte® technology was first introduced into the dental industry two years ago and has enjoyed an enthusiastic following worldwide. It is now being introduced into the medical manufacturing industry for use in medical tools and implants.

Source: GPA Innova