FLP Wafer 1700-CMP wafer polishing machine
Nagel Technologies and FLP Microfinishing have formed a partnership that combines FLP's expertise in fine finishing with Nagel's knowledge in honing and superfinishing, creating a technological bridge between cylindrical and planar high-precision processes. The resulting portfolio covers every aspect of precision surface finishing, from the serial production of cylindrical components to planar ultra-fine processing in the nanometer range.
"While Nagel has set standards in process reliability and automation for decades, FLP is synonymous with exceptional flatness, plan parallelism, and submicron surface quality," said a spokesperson. "Together, they create solutions that are technologically advanced, economically efficient, and process-secure."
With this alliance, Nagel strengthens its position as a system provider for high-precision technologies across a wide range of industries-from mechanical and aerospace engineering to semiconductor, optics, and medical technology. At the same time, FLP benefits from the global network of the Nagel Group, synergies in process development, and the ability to realize large-scale projects worldwide.
FLP systems achieve flatness up to 0.1 µm and surface roughness as low as Ra 0.01 µm (1 nm). Typical applications range from valve seats for ventilators and turbine components to optical mirrors for high-performance telescopes and wafers in semiconductor production.
In mechanical and plant engineering, FLP machines provide tight sealing surfaces and durable components. In the automotive sector, they enable lower friction, quieter systems, and improved efficiency. In photonics, they form the basis for high-precision sensors and laser technologies.
FLP's modular machine design combines mechanical stability with thermal and dynamic precision. Depending on the application, customers can choose between single- and double-sided systems, semiconductor grinders, or chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP) systems.
FLP covers the entire process chain of fine grinding, lapping, and polishing-from tool technology and process development to contract manufacturing.
"We understand precision as the interplay of mechanics, process control, and material expertise," said Thomas Rehfeldt, Managing Director of FLP Microfinishing GmbH. "Our machines are designed to deliver ultimate accuracy with maximum stability-even under thermal and dynamic loads."
For more information contact:
Nagel Precision, Inc.
288 Dino Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
734-426-5650
info@nagelusa.com
www.nagelusa.com
FLP Microfinishing GmbH
www.flp-microfinishing.com