American Friction Welding, Inc.

American Friction Welding, Inc. (AFW) is a North America–based subcontract friction welding provider and precision machining company. It operates 18 high-precision friction welding centers and specializes in solid-state rotary friction welding of dissimilar metals and near-net-shape parts, producing full-strength, deep-penetration welds with a narrow heat-affected zone. AFW supports manufacturing through services including material procurement, friction welding, CNC machining, and customized inventory programs, and it is ISO 9001:2015 certified. The company emphasizes repeatability via a climate-controlled facility, quality assurance with Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) and ultrasonic inspection of at least 10% of parts, and reliable production supported by preventive and predictive maintenance. AFW also offers engineering design guidance and supply chain manufacturing/turn-key solutions for long-term programs, delivering cost savings by reducing working material, machining, and surface finishing needs.

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