CNC Sliding Head Technology

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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.

Tornos Deco technology means we can offer the very best in:

Small component turning and milling in plastics

Turning with two tools at the same time

Cross operations, polygonal milling, threading and tapping all with no loss of productivity

A range of materials

We work with hundreds of different grades of engineering plastics and can create bespoke materials for your project.

Expert advice

Our team regularly advises our clients on the best choice of material and can even work with them to design their components.

A reliable supplier

We produce fluoropolymer components in large quantities, and deliver on time to clients across the world.

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Fluorotec Implements Ultrasonic Testing for High-Quality Victrex Peek Moulded Tubes

We have upgraded our PEEK Tube moulding process to introduce ultrasonic testing to ensure a 100% quality guarantee for Victrex Peek moulded tubes. Reflecting our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and high-quality products to their customers in demanding applications such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices.

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Exploring the Versatility of PTFE & PEEK Tubes and Rods

Our expertise in PTFE and PEEK means we can make almost any component your project needs.

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Corrosion in Mining Equipment

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.

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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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Tornos Deco CNC sliding head lathes
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Sliding Heads

Fluorotec Implements Ultrasonic Testing for High-Quality Victrex Peek Moulded Tubes

Exploring the Versatility of PTFE & PEEK Tubes and Rods

Corrosion in Mining Equipment

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Tornos Deco CNC sliding head lathes STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT

Sliding Heads

Fluorotec Implements Ultrasonic Testing for High-Quality Victrex Peek Moulded Tubes

Exploring the Versatility of PTFE & PEEK Tubes and Rods

Corrosion in Mining Equipment

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OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Our Accreditations

Tornos Deco CNC sliding head lathes
STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT