A leading US-based aluminium window and door manufacturer* was facing a familiar challenge; their dry blasting process for cleaning extrusion dies was labour-intensive, dusty, and inconsistent. With around 240 dies processed per day, even small inefficiencies had a big impact.
By installing a Vapormatt Cougar+ wet blasting machine, they’ve transformed the way dies are cleaned.
✅ More consistent and uniform cleaning
✅ Longer die life – no edge damage or burring
✅ Reduced polishing time
✅ Cleaner working environment – no dust
✅ Better nitride coating adhesion due to improved caustic removal
✅ Enhanced safety and reduced operator fatigue
Wet blasting eliminated the need to wait for dies to dry, reduced manual polishing, and even made identifying micro-cracks easier – leading to higher extrusion recoveries and fewer pulled dies.
*Installing the Cougar+ helped increase their competitive advantage to such an extent that we agreed to sign an NDA to conceal their identiy.
