GMP Friction Products Buys Specialty Metal Press
New Machine Offers Improved Speed and Quality Consistency
AKRON, OH (November 25, 2008) – GMP Friction Products, a manufacturer of sintered metallic friction materials for industrial applications, recently added a 200-ton Yoshizuka powder metal press to the manufacturing equipment at their Home Avenue plant. The press, which was purchased from HWF Incorporated of Cincinnati, features robust construction and replaces multiple less-efficient presses.
“This new press allows us to improve our clutch plate, brake pad, and clutch button production processes,” said Jerry Lynch, president of GMP Friction Products. “While we had equipment that allowed us to make all the parts this press can make, the new press is faster, and offers more consistent quality output.”
The new machine is able to process a wide variety of GMP Friction Products’ sintered metallic friction materials, particularly the company’s sintered bronze and sintered iron materials.
GMP Friction Products produces brake pads, clutch plates, and clutch buttons for manufacturers of off-road vehicles, ATVs, agricultural machinery, industrial equipment, and marine applications. Their engineering expertise and range of available friction materials and groove patterns allow them to carefully select the best material and part design for any application. In addition, their engineering department offers extensive custom design for a wide range of specialized projects.
For more than 78 years, GMP Friction Products has designed and manufactured brake pads and clutch plates for use in a variety of industrial and automotive applications. As a leader in sintered metallic friction materials, they specialize in working with clients to engineer and create customized parts in a range of materials for controlling, stopping, or transmitting power. For more information, call 330-633-1226 or visit their website at www.gmpfriction.com.