When it really matters – for load capacity, durability, and absolute reliability – shot peening proves its strengths. Also known as peening, this may sound a bit intense, but it’s actually a clever method to prepare metal components for anything they’ll be subjected to. Ammann Components knows this technique inside out – especially in industries like automotive, mechanical engineering, or motorsport, where components are pushed to their limits daily. We deliver robust solutions at scale.
Shot Peening: What’s Behind It?
It’s basically simple – and yet ingenious. In shot peening, tiny balls are blasted onto a component’s surface. It may look harmless, but it’s highly effective: these micro-impacts cause slight deformations, which introduce beneficial compressive residual stresses into the material. It may sound technical, but it’s worth its weight in gold when it comes to protecting parts from cracks, wear, or fatigue.
Advantages of the Process:
- Reduction of material fatigue
- Improved surface hardness
- Improved surface hardness
- Optimization of gears, shafts, and axles for maximum performance
Did you know? Our heat treatment processes combine perfectly with shot peening.
Component Strengthening for Long Lifespan
If you want to extend the life of components, this method is essential. Targeted strengthening reinforces the material from within – meaning: more safety, less downtime, better performance.
What You Can Rely On:
- Increased operational safety and reliability
- Optimization of mechanical parts for motorsport
- Enhanced surface properties for reduced friction
- Customization for specific customer requirements in large-scale production
Our coating technologies offer an additional protective layer for your components.
Our Shot Peening Expertise
With years of experience in component hardening, Ammann Components is a leading provider of industrial shot peening for high-volume production. Our experts provide comprehensive consulting and tailor-made solutions to meet your specific needs.
- Maximum process security through modern machinery
- Strict quality control for consistent results
- Specialized in high-stress component applications
- Complete documentation and traceability
Learn more about our CNC machining for the precise production of complex parts or contact us directly.
Detailing Component Strengthening Techniques
Ammann Components relies on peening technology to ensure optimal results:
- Induction of compressive residual stresses to improve fatigue strength
- Optimization of surface topography to prevent cracking
- Highly precise process control for repeatable outcomes
Additionally, our casting methods produce high-quality raw parts for further processing.
High-Strength Metal Parts for Extreme Loads
Our shot peening processes are used in various industries, including:
- Automotive: transmission gears, axles, crankshafts
- Aerospace: high-stress structural components
- Mechanical engineering: shafts, bearings, and highly stressed parts
Leverage our welding technologies for even further-optimized component structures.
Strict Quality Assurance for Reliable Results
Our quality control involves state-of-the-art testing methods and process monitoring:
- Repeatable production processes
- Coverage and intensity verification
- Complete machine data logging
- Parts up to 1200 mm in length and 1000 kg in weight
Discover more about our drop forging for durable metal components.
Hire Ammann Components for Shot Peening
Need shot peening services for high-volume production? Ammann Components offers customized solutions for industrial applications. Request a quote now!
FAQ – Important Questions About Shot Peening
A collection of frequently asked questions about shot peening.
Which parts are suitable for shot peening?
This process is ideal for high-stress metal components like gears, axles, or shafts. It is also used for aluminum components, such as those in aerospace.
What benefits does component strengthening offer?
Targeted material hardening increases dynamic strength (bending, fatigue resistance), wear resistance, and crack resistance.
Is this process suitable for small series?
Yes, Ammann Components offers shot peening for large batches as well as small series.
What other manufacturing techniques does Ammann Components offer?
In addition to shot peening, we provide CNC machining of forged and cast components.