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Guide5 min read
Cheaper Tumbling Media? Compare Cost per Accepted Part, Not Price per Pound
A recent media-trial report raises a useful buying question: does a cheaper bag actually lower finishing cost? Start with accepted parts and the complete process.
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Guide4 min read
Burnishing Media vs. Cutting Media: Which Job Are You Asking It to Do?
Start with what must change on the part. Separate abrasive burr removal from burnishing, then define the trial and acceptance checks.
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