Precision Spray and Coatings Announces Additional Capability
Ball lapping capabilities enable the company to meet tight demand tolerances and surface finish requirements.
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Precision Spray & Coatings announces the expansion of its service offerings with the introduction of ball-lapping capabilities. This addition will enable the company to deliver results for clients who demand tight tolerances and surface finishes.

Lapped chrome carbide-coated ball before reassembly.
Source: Precision Spray & Coatings
Ball lapping is a precision finishing process that improves the surface finish of spherical components, ensuring that they meet stringent performance standards for various industries, including oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical processing and mining. The addition of this service is expected to provide enhanced accuracy, smoother motion and reduced wear for applications involving ball valves and other spherical parts.
"We are thrilled to bring ball lapping into our portfolio of capabilities," said John Jenkins, president of Precision Spray & Coatings. "This new service will not only improve the performance of critical components but also help our customers achieve higher levels of efficiency and reliability. We are excited about the added value this will bring to our customers and the continued growth of our company."
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