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.

PTFE Slide Bearings for Construction of School

Discover how Fluorotec provided slide bearing plates for a school construction project. Overcoming challenges of tight deadlines and specific requirements, our AF115/SS316 coated plates delivered excellent performance, low friction, and high compressive strength. The timely delivery, structural engineer approval, and positive customer experience highlights our commitment to excellence.

Aerospace Electronics

Manufacturing, PTFE, Electronics

As a licenced exporter of products for use in the aerospace & defence industry AFT Fluorotec is well qualified to export such goods, but exactly what goods are we talking about here? Why doesn’t the customer simply buy the parts required for the original aircraft manufacturer rather than coming to an independent Fluoropolymer and plastics expert?

PTFE Valve for Medical Applications

PTFE, Science & Medical, Manufacturing

A medical client approached us with a very challenging part for a new valve that was in development. The component was a PTFE diaphragm which played a crucial role within the valve.

Lightweight POM Casing and Internal Components

Construction, Manufacturing, Electronics, POM Acetal

The project we were approached for was develop an electrical version of a traditional gas flame torch to be used on construction sites as a primary heat source.

FDA Approved Mesh Basket & Top Seal

PTFE, Science & Medical, Seals, Manufacturing

Recently, we received a call from a contact who was familiar with our services and capabilities from a previous company he worked at. They needed our help with a mesh basket and top seal.

FDA Approved Components Case Study

Food & Drink, PTFE, PEEK, Manufacturing, Seals

AFT Fluorotec manufactured FDA approved components for a baby formula manufacturer.

Scientific Lab Equipment

Science & Medical, PTFE Coatings, PTFE, Manufacturing

Recently we were asked to design and manufacture a multi-function valve assembly to be used in a reaction station. A reaction station is simply a machine where various factors can be controlled and chemical reaction experiments are performed for scientific analysis.

Aerospace Case Study

PEEK, Engineering & Design, Manufacturing, Aerospace

Read our aerospace case study which describes how we developed a bespoke range of machined connectors for an overseas client.

Bespoke Seals for Well Drilling

Seals, Modified PTFE (TFM), PTFE, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas

Discover how we helped one of our customers develop custom Viton seals for retrieving casing on an abandoned well.

Designing a bespoke, high performance valve seat material

PTFE, Food & Drink, Manufacturing

Learn more about how we helped a major international valve manufacturer improve performance and longevity with custom valve seats.

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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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