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In surface engineering, precision matters; which is why REM Surface Engineering has always made a commitment to understanding the science behind our processes. It is this understanding that allows us to better serve our customers' needs and helps us to continue to be the leading surface engineering company in the world.
Please browse through the brief collection of scientific data on REM and the Isotropic Superfinish (ISF) Process and if you would like more information please contact us. While the papers, charts and studies may vary in subject they all provide the scientific proof that REM is the technical leader and greatest innovator in the metal finishing industry.
Comparative Corrosion Characteristics of Ground and Superfinished Gear Steels
The described effort was undertaken to assess the impact of the isotropic superfinishing (ISF®) process on the corrosion resistance of a variety of gear steels. more
The Effect of the Surface Roughness Profile on Micropitting
A wide choice of surface roughness parameters is available to characterize components, such as gears or bearings, with the goal of predicting the performance of such metal--to--metal contacting parts. more
High Speed, Automatable Superfinishing of Rear-Axle Hypoid Gears
The benefits gained by superfinishing rear-axle hypoid gearsets are now well documented. Friction, wear and operating temperature are significantly reduced. more
A Novel Approach to the Refurbishment of Wind Turbine Gears
By: M. Michaud, REM Surface Engineering, G. J. Sroka and R. E. Benson, REM Research Group more
Gear Corrosion During the Manufacturing Process
By: O. El-Saeed and G. Sroka, REM Chemicals Inc. and G. Blake Rolls-Royce Corporation more
The Effect of Superfinishing on Gear Micropitting, Part II
By: Lane Winkelmann, Omer El –Saeed and Matt Bell, REM Chemicals Inc. more
The Effect of Superfinishing on Gear Micropitting, Part I
By: Lane Winkelmann, Brian King and Matt Bell, REM Chemicals Inc. more
The Capacity of Superfinished Vehicle Components to Increase Fuel Economy
By: Lane Winkelmann, Omer El –Saeed and Matt Bell, REM Chemicals Inc. more
Evaluation of Isotropic Superfinishing on a Bell Helicopter Model 427 Main Rotor Gearbox
By: Ryan Ehinger and Charles Kilmain Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Fort Worth Texas more
Isotropic Superfinishing of S-76C+ Main Transmission Gears
By: Bruce Hansen, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Mike Salerno and Lane Winkelmann, REM Chemicals Inc. more