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Why Manufacturers Choose ALMCO 

ALMCO supplies a complete range of tumbling media and finishing compounds to deliver consistent, repeatable surface-finishing results. Whether the goal is deburring, smoothing, cleaning, polishing, or preparing parts for coating, our formulations are developed to improve efficiency and maintain long-term equipment performance. 

• Consistent results that support predictable, repeatable finishing processes 

• Optimized cut and wear rates that reduce cycle times and extend media life 

• Industry-specific solutions for aerospace, automotive, medical, firearms, and general manufacturing 

• Environmentally responsible compounds, including biodegradable and low-foam options 

• Expert process support from ALMCO finishing engineers 

COMMON COMPOUNDS AND HEAVILY USED MEDIA

CERAMIC MEDIA

Designed for heavy cutting, aggressive deburring, and long service life. Available in multiple shapes and abrasive levels.

PLASTIC MEDIA

Ideal for softer metals, delicate components, and prepaint surface preparation. Offered in nonabrasive to medium-cut varieties.

STEEL MEDIA

Used for burnishing, cleaning, and producing bright, reflective finishes with minimal material removal.

SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Ideal for softer metals, delicate components, and applications requiring gentle deburring, cleaning, or pre-paint surface preparation.

COB & SHELL MEDIA

Corn cob and walnut shell options for drying, light polishing, and cleaning without altering part geometry.

LIQUID COMPOUND

Used for cleaning, degreasing, burnishing, and corrosion protection. Low-foam options support high-energy finishing equipment energy finishing equipment.

POWDER COMPOUND

Cost-effective solutions for general cleaning, rust removal, and maintaining media performance.

SPECIALTY COMPOUND

Formulated for aluminum brightening, stainless steel burnishing, and high-precision finishing applications.

PRECISION OXIDE MEDIA

Aluminum Oxide – XA: A high-performance, cutting-focused aluminum oxide abrasive, designed to remove material quickly and efficiently. It is ideal for early-stage finishing operations where productivity and edge refinement are critical.

Aluminum Oxide – XM: Engineered for refinement. Often described as a “coloring” abrasive, XM is designed to enhance surface appearance without altering critical dimensions.

Silicon Dioxide – SC: A non-metallic tumbling media that provides gentle cleaning and polishing action, producing smooth, uniform surface finishes while preserving part integrity.

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