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We are your one-stop source for Aluminum Vacuum Furnace Brazed Cold Plates. We have been the leader in Cold Plate technology since 1985 serving some of the largest corporations in such industries as Aerospace, Defense, Electronic, and Medical.
- Engineering Assistance to customers
Our Engineers work with the latest 3D solid Modeling software
If you need Thermal Management assistance we have experts to help determine the most efficient design while minimizing the cost.
Our Brazing experts have over 60 years of combined experience.
- Purchasing of certified raw materials
Handling of certified material while assuring traceability to specific Heat Lots is 2nd nature for us. We have incorporated this through our computerized job tracking system.
- Pre braze Machining of Rough Blanks with High Speed machining centers
State of the art Machining Centers, with spindle speeds up to 50000 rpm’s and positional repeatability to .0001”, are 2nd to none. 4th and 5th axis capabilities allow us to reduce the number of setups from a normal 3 axis machining center.
- Cleaning Line prior to brazing
After Pre braze machining all components follow through a 6 step cleaning & drying process
This process combines an alkaline cleaner, Reverse Osmosis Water rinse, and an Acid etch of the aluminum brazing surface.
- Brazing process per AWS C3.7 (Mil-B-7883)
Aluminum Vacuum furnace brazing is a clean process.
Vacuum levels to 1 x 10 (-5) Torr ensure that the brazing occurs in an environment free of any oxides or impurities.
Electronic recording and monitoring of temperature provide the necessary process control. Brazing per AWS C3.7 (or Mil-B-7883) Class A or B joints are standard procedure.
- Solution Heat Treating
Solution Heat Treatment per AMS 2770, consists of Heating and soaking at 985 Deg F. followed by a Glycol quench.
If distortion from the glycol quench is a concern, then a water spray quench can be utilized to minimize this risk.
- Artificial Aging
Artificial Aging consists of soaking at a temperature of 350 deg F for 8 hours. This restores the material to its original metallurgical condition.
- Post Braze Machining
Lean manufacturing techniques are incorporated into each and every job, process, and procedure. Continual improvements are a staple of our manufacturing diet.
- Acceptance Testing – Proof pressure testing
Acceptance Criteria, such as In-house Pressure Testing and Helium Leak Testing, enable our customers to have the utmost confidence in braze joint quality. Ultrasonic C-Scan inspection can also be provided if desired.
- Inspection methods – CMM & Non-contact vision systems
Our Brown & Sharpe CMM with a Ph9 rotating Head, is capable of measuring to 50 millionths of an inch. Two Ram Technology Datastar Vision systems.support the inspection department as non-contact measuring devices.
- Outside processing from Chromate per Mil-DTL-5543? Plus other plating methods
Chromating, Anodizing, and precious metal plating are just a few of the surface treatments we have experience with. Our approved supplier list is constantly monitored for quality and delivery performance.
- Assembly operations – installing Helicoils, Pins
Assembly operations such as installation of helicoils, inserts, and pins are common place in the types of products Riverside produces. Whether it is a specific torque setting for SAE J1926 type fittings, or application of high strength aerospace adhesive, Riverside’s technicians have experience with all applicable specifications.
- Final Inspection reports and certificate of conformance documents
Quality is mentioned first in our Vision Statement for a reason. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with a superior product without a high price tag. Our inspectors are experts in GD& T and are willing to assist our customers at the initial design stages in product development.
- Packaging per best commercial practices and ship anywhere in the world
At the end of the day, when product is ready to be shipped, we can supply our customers with bar code labeling on all packaging if desired.
- Closing Statement –
As you can see, Riverside has all of the right ingredients for a successful partnership with your company. We have the facility, equipment, personnel and know-how to meet any and all manufacturing challenges.
Let our team of experts in machining and brazing go to work for you.
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