Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Metal Surface Finishing Experts
REM Surface Engineering has been at the forefront of precision surface finishing for over 55 years, pioneering isotropic superfinishing technology that transforms metal components across critical industries. Our engineers combine chemical and mechanical expertise to deliver solutions tailored to aerospace, medical, automotive, and additive manufacturing sectors, ensuring optimal performance and durability. With installations supporting 70 major aerospace platforms and processing over 35,000 life-critical medical devices, we maintain rigorous quality standards through AS9100-certified processes.Our proprietary ISF Process, Extreme ISF Process, and REM Process technologies address diverse challenges from micro roughness reduction to large-scale additive manufacturing post-processing. Backed by 25 Fortune 500 clients and 30 peer-reviewed publications, we provide both outsourced services and installed solutions, supported by a global team of technical fellows and research chemists. Our commitment to innovation is evidenced by our 2024 3DPI Award recognition for advancing metal AM surface finishing in collaboration with NASA JPL.
Services
ISF Process
Extreme ISF Process
Rapid ISF Process
REM Process
Abrasive Processes
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We pioneered isotropic superfinishing technology used on 70 major aerospace platforms
- Our engineers hold 30 peer-reviewed technical publications in surface engineering
- We process over 35,000 life-critical medical devices annually
- Our REM Process reduces production costs by 40% for high-volume MIM applications
- We maintain AS9100-certified quality management systems across global facilities
Associations and certifications
- AS9100
What people say
Trusted technology
Precision engineering
Global leadership
Proven innovation
Technical excellence
Services
ISF Process
Our ISF Process combines chemical surface activation with mechanical polishing to create non-directional isotropic surfaces with Ra < 2in. This technology reduces component wear by 50% while maintaining critical geometries. Used for flight-critical aerospace components and life-saving medical devices, it achieves material removal accuracy of 0.00005 inches through fully auditable, automated systems.
Extreme ISF Process
Extreme ISF Process addresses metal additive manufacturing challenges through chemically accelerated finishing. It eliminates surface defects and removes loose powder from complex geometries like internal channels. Suitable for powder-bed fusion and DED components, this process improves surface roughness by 70% while preserving dimensional accuracy for critical industrial applications.
REM Process
REM Process delivers cost-efficient surface refinement for high-volume production. Capable of processing tens of thousands of parts simultaneously, it reduces cycle times by 60% compared to traditional tumbling. This solution achieves aesthetic finishes while maintaining dimensional stability for metal injection moulding components and decorative applications.
Abrasive Processes
Our Abrasive Processes provide precision finishing for alloys unsuitable for chemical activation. Using advanced tumbling and vibratory systems, we achieve controlled surface textures for soft metals and critical components. This solution eliminates manual deburring requirements while maintaining geometric integrity for industrial and decorative applications.
Rapid ISF Process
Rapid ISF Process delivers isotropic surface refinement at production speeds. Using high-energy equipment, it reduces cycle times to minutes while maintaining complex geometries like helical gears. This solution supports single-piece flow manufacturing, reducing work-in-process inventory by 80% for automotive and industrial component producers.
People
Justin Michaud
President & CEO
Leading REM Surface Engineering since 2019, Justin brings 25 years of precision manufacturing experience. He oversees global operations and strategic direction, driving innovation in isotropic superfinishing technologies while maintaining the company's 55-year legacy of technical excellence.
Nathan Michaud
Vice President of Strategy
Nathan focuses on long-term business development and technology roadmap planning. With 20 years in advanced manufacturing, he bridges customer needs with R&D initiatives, ensuring REM's surface finishing solutions maintain industry leadership in aerospace and medical device applications.
Eric Reese
Vice President of Operations
Eric manages global production facilities, ensuring AS9100-compliant quality systems across all locations. His 18-year career in precision finishing operations has optimised manufacturing processes for Fortune 500 clients, maintaining REM's 99.98% quality compliance rate.
Joshua Boykin
Senior Research Chemist
Dr. Boykin leads chemical formulation development for new ISF process applications. His research on surface energy dynamics has resulted in three patented chemical accelerators, enhancing finishing efficiency for titanium and nickel-based superalloys in aerospace applications.
Agustin Diaz
Advanced Manufacturing Manager
Dr. Diaz directs additive manufacturing process development, including the Extreme ISF Process. His work with NASA and AFRL has established industry standards for post-processing large-scale AM components, reducing surface roughness by 85% in critical aerospace applications.
Questions
What industries does REM Surface Engineering serve?
We specialise in aerospace, medical devices, automotive, additive manufacturing, and industrial components requiring precision surface finishing solutions.
What is isotropic superfinishing?
Isotropic superfinishing creates non-directional surface textures with Ra < 2μin through chemically accelerated mechanical polishing, reducing friction and improving component longevity.
Can REM process additive manufactured parts?
Yes, our Extreme ISF Process specifically addresses metal AM post-processing needs, eliminating surface defects and improving fatigue resistance in complex geometries.
Do you offer both outsourced and installed solutions?
We provide complete technology packages including outsourced processing services, installed equipment, and process-specific consumables for global manufacturing operations.
How does REM ensure quality consistency?
Our AS9100-certified quality systems include automated process controls, statistical process monitoring, and full traceability documentation for all critical applications.
What technical support options are available?
We offer on-site installation support, process development, audit assistance, and 24/7 technical support for both installed and outsourced solutions.
