SIC Code 3471-10 - Tumbling Equipment & Supplies (Manufacturing)

Tumbling Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing is a specialized industry that produces machinery and materials used in the process of tumbling. Tumbling is a surface finishing process that involves the use of abrasive materials to smooth and polish surfaces of various materials. The industry produces a range of equipment and supplies that are used in the tumbling process, including tumbling machines, media, compounds, and other related materials. Tumbling machines are the primary equipment used in the industry. These machines are designed to rotate and tumble parts or materials in a container with abrasive media to achieve the desired surface finish. The machines come in various sizes and configurations, including barrel tumblers, vibratory tumblers, and centrifugal tumblers. Media is another essential component of the tumbling process. It is the abrasive material that is used to remove material from the surface of the parts being tumbled. The industry produces a range of media types, including ceramic, plastic, steel, and organic media. Each type of media has unique properties that make it suitable for specific applications. Compounds are chemical solutions that are added to the tumbling process to enhance the surface finish of the parts being tumbled. The industry produces a range of compounds, including burnishing compounds, rust inhibitors, and degreasing compounds. Other materials produced by the industry include polishing cloths, abrasive pads, and other related materials used in the tumbling process. The Tumbling Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing industry serves a range of customers, including manufacturers of automotive parts, aerospace components, medical devices, and jewelry. The industry is essential to these sectors as it provides the necessary equipment and materials to achieve the desired surface finish for their products.