TMC announces the addition of Vacuum Cycling Nucleation (VCN) for internal cleaning of parts

Huntsville, Ala., October 2024—Technical Micronics Control, Inc. (TMC), a leading provider of precision chemical cleaning, tube bending, and panel fabrication is excited to announce it now offers Vacuum Cycling Nucleation (VCN) for internal cleaning of parts.

The VCN process allows the cleaning of items with complex geometries and tight tolerances commonly found in additive manufacturing. The process begins with an initial vacuum phase where air is removed from the part’s internals. During the first pressure cycle, fluid is forced into the void spaces within the part. In the following vacuum cycles, vapor bubbles grow inside the part, pushing fluid out from its internals. This action purges reactant chemicals, soluble materials, particles, and surfactant micelles from the part. In subsequent pressure cycles, fluid reenters the part’s internals, introducing fresh treatment chemicals. These cycles are repeated until the part is fully processed.

“TMC is, at its core, a technology company,” said Paul DeSmet, TMC President. “We are incredibly proud to bring this cutting-edge technology to our customers. This, combined with our capability in GRCop42 chemical milling, sets us apart in the industry, allowing us to offer comprehensive cleaning and certification services for 3D-printed components.”

For more information about VNC please call Robert Soto at 256-837-4430 ext 130.

About TMC

Founded in 1965, Technical Micronics Control, Inc. (TMC) has established itself as a premier provider of precision chemical cleaning, control panel fabrication and engineering services. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, TMC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to delivering exceptional quality and reliability to both government and commercial clients. TMC specializes in a range of services, including the precision chemical cleaning of complex systems and components, tube bending and fabrication of control panels to meet stringent industry standards. Additionally, TMC is launching an Engineering Services division to expand our capabilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities include certified cleanrooms that ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and precision. We pride ourselves on the commitment to excellence that has made us a trusted partner in the Aerospace and Defense sectors.

For more information about TMC and our services, please visit www.tmccorp.com.

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"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your employees for your excellent response to our needs as a customer. There have been several times when we have had an urgent need and your employees have 'gone the extra mile' to get the job done for us. This past Friday, October 13, was an excellent example of your company responding to our needs. I was in contact with Donnie Hadley for three days about the urgency of one part that was needed for assembly of an engine for NASA. At first I thought we could have this ready by late Thursday afternoon and we would need it back for engine assembly on Friday. As time passed, it became clear that this part would not be ready for cleaning until sometime Friday. I stayed in contact with Donnie as we experienced a few concerns about the part and we had several delays. The part was not ready until 6:30 pm on Friday. Donnie waited for me to deliver the part and finished cleaning it about 8:00 pm. All paperwork was in good order and we were able to assemble this critical part on the engine on Saturday. This would not have been possible without Donnie's commitment and willingness to assist us in a very critical endeavor."

—Tim D., local aerospace customer

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