General Magnaplate Corporation Brings AptiMag-X™ to the North American Market
A20X™ has a unique solidification mechanism and highly refined microstructure giving it exceptional strength, fatigue and thermal performance characteristics in both cast and additively manufactured form.
May 14, 2018 - Linden, NJ - General Magnaplate Corporation is proud to announce that an exclusive license agreement has been signed with the UKs Poeton Industries Ltd for the Apticote A20X™ surface enhancement process, used for treating the innovative A20X™ aluminum alloy.
The agreement means that General Magnaplate will become the exclusive supplier of Apticote A20X™, which they will brand AptiMag-X™ in North America. Licensed A20X™ foundries, additive manufacturing companies and aerospace customers will be able to have parts treated with AptiMag-X™ at the companys facilities in Linden, New Jersey and Arlington, Texas.
A20X™ is MMPDS certified (as AA205) and is the strongest cast aluminum alloy available today, with strength properties comparable to 7000 series wrought material. A20X™ cast and additively manufactured parts are in production today for major aerospace customers. The AptiMag-X™ treatment enhances the surface of A20X™ parts improving wear resistance, hardening and finish.
Adam Smith, Group Commercial Manager for Aeromet and A20X™ commented: "Aeromet are pleased to welcome General Magnaplate to the global A20X™ supply chain. By bringing AptiMag-X™ to North America, General Magnaplate will be well placed to support the growing number of aerospace and defense customers taking advantage of A20X™ advanced aluminum castings and additively manufactured parts".
For more information visit www.magnaplate.com
About General Magnaplate Corporation
General Magnaplate Corporation is a world leader in surface enhancement coatings for metals and other materials. Magnaplate's coatings transform metal parts into corrosion-resistant, chemical-resistant, super-hard, dry-lubricated products that last longer, are more cost-efficient, and more reliable. General Magnaplate operates from two facilities in Linden, New Jersey and Arlington, Texas.
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