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Bond at FABTECH Chicago

Sept. 8–11 | Booth #B17039 with

KUKA RFSSW on a KUKA Robot!

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Detroit, MI | October 6-9 | BOOTH 3651

+1 (574) 327-6730
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Custom & Special Purpose Machines

Special Purpose Machines

Bond is a Global Leader in custom, special purpose Friction Stir Welding, Refill Friction Stir Spot Welding, and Friction Extrusion Machines, Tools, and Technologies.

There are situations in which the products available just don’t fit the bill. For these situations, Bond can develop custom machine and tooling solutions.

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Bond Technologies and Posiva The CW-15 Canister Welder is a groundbreaking solution in nuclear waste management. Designed, manufactured, and installed by Bond Technologies, it’s the world’s first welding machine capable of safely sealing nuclear fuel canisters for long-term storage. This machine is part of the world’s first permanent geological repository for nuclear waste, located in Finland, where nuclear fuel rods are sealed in two-inch thick copper canisters and buried 420 meters underground. Using Friction Stir Welding (FSW), the CW-15 provides a leak-proof seal that ensures the safe containment of nuclear materials for up to 100,000 years. The CW-15 Canister Welder represents a major milestone in both environmental protection and advanced manufacturing.

Key Advantages of Bond's Custom Special Purpose Machines

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Tailored Solutions for Unique Requirements

When standard products don’t meet the specific needs of an application, Bond offers fully customized machine and tooling solutions to ensure optimal performance in industries such as automotive, aerospace, defense, and more.

Comprehensive In-House Engineering Expertise

Bond’s experienced engineering team handles everything from original mechanical designs to software solutions and controls, providing complete, ground-up machine and fixture designs or adapting standard products to unique requirements.

Proven Technology with Adaptable Controls

Custom machines feature Bond’s advanced controls and Human-Machine Interface (HMI), integrating years of proven know-how from successful installations worldwide to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

Examples of Bond Custom-Designed Solutions

Custom Friction Extrusion Machine: FE50

The FE50 is a highly customized Friction Extrusion machine designed and built by Bond Technologies for a national lab that is advancing materials research. Built on Bond’s FE platform, the system was engineered for exceptional flexibility, precision, and process control. Its pivoting frame allows the entire machine to operate in either horizontal or vertical orientation, while two rotational and two translational axes provide multiple tooling and processing configurations. The machine supports both direct and indirect extrusion and can rotate the billet and ram while keeping the die stationary—a critical capability when working with long, fragile extrusions. A servo-driven system provides smooth, precise motion at exceptionally slow extrusion speeds. Purpose-built to advance research involving brittle bismuth telluride and other challenging materials, this custom Friction Extrusion machine demonstrates the versatility of Bond’s FE technology and its ability to be highly customized for specialized research and manufacturing applications.

Friction Extrusion Technology ⟶

Friction Extrusion Applications ⟶

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Custom FSW Machine: Horizontal Weld (HWT) Tool

Developed to meet the needs of heavy industry, the HWT4 was designed for welding large heat exchangers for industrial applications. With a gimbal head capable of welding with 5-axis motion, the HWT4 is capable of welding a variety of complex geometries. To maximize the use of this range of motion, the machine has a work envelope of 1.5m x 4m x 12m enabling it to handle very large parts. The HWT4 represents Bond’s commitment to meeting the needs of its customers, no matter how large, heavy, or complex their parts are.

FSW Technology ⟶

FSW Applications ⟶

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Custom FSW Machine: CM (Canister Welder)

The CW-15 Canister Welder is a groundbreaking solution in nuclear waste management. Designed, manufactured, and installed by Bond Technologies, it’s the world’s first welding machine capable of safely sealing nuclear fuel canisters for long-term storage. This machine is part of the world’s first permanent geological repository for nuclear waste, located in Finland, where nuclear fuel rods are sealed in two-inch thick copper canisters and buried 420 meters underground. Using Friction Stir Welding (FSW), the CW-15 provides a leak-proof seal that ensures the safe containment of nuclear materials for up to 100,000 years. The CW-15 Canister Welder represents a major milestone in both environmental protection and advanced manufacturing.

FSW Technology ⟶

FSW Applications ⟶

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Bond Technologies is working with Finland's Posiva Oy to support the world's first final disposal facility for spent nuclear fuel.

Custom Linear Seam Machine Adds Friction Stir Welding to Taber Extrusions

Developed to meet the needs of heavy industry, the HWT4 was designed for welding large heat exchangers for industrial applications. With a gimbal head capable of welding with 5-axis motion, the HWT4 is capable of welding a variety of complex geometries. To maximize the use of this range of motion, the machine has a work envelope of 1.5m x 4m x 12m enabling it to handle very large parts. The HWT4 represents Bond’s commitment to meeting the needs of its customers, no matter how large, heavy, or complex their parts are.

Industries That Benefit the Most from Custom Special Purpose Machines

Bond Technologies’ Custom Special Purpose Machines are designed to meet the unique requirements of various industries, providing tailored solutions for specialized applications. These machines excel in delivering high performance and precision across diverse sectors.

Aerospace ⟶

Automotive ⟶

Defense

Electronics ⟶

Nuclear Waste Disposal & Storage ⟶

Rail Cars ⟶

Research & Development ⟶

Shipbuilding & Marine ⟶

Why Choose Bond Technologies for your Custom FSW Manufacturing Solution?

Tailored Solutions for Unique Applications

Bond develops custom machines and tooling for situations where standard products don’t meet specific needs, providing innovative solutions for specialized requirements.

Expert Engineering and Design Capabilities

We understand the unique challenges of the automotive industry and provide tailored solutions for your specific manufacturing needs.

Support Throughout the Entire Process

From conception and design to production, Bond is with you every step of the way, ensuring your custom machine solution meets all your requirements and performs to the highest standards.

Industry Experience Across Multiple Sectors

We support a range of industries, including automotive, shipbuilding, nuclear waste storage, and research, offering solutions for even the most complex and demanding applications.

Let Bond Technologies help you find the best Custom Machine and Tooling solution for your application.

Bond Technologies offers a full line of friction stir welding (FSW) machines, custom engineering solutions, and a host of other services to help you integrate FSW technology into production.