From Design to Manufacturing

Designers use the latest Finite Element Analysis software for product development. This software is continuously updated by verifying it against manufacturing output. The manufacturing process itself is also computerized and integrated in order to optimize performance and efficiency.

For the aluminum cylinders and liners, the company uses an hydraulic press to extrude shells from imported high quality alloy billets. To optimize its profile and match its design parameters, each liner is hydraulically ironed before the neck closing procedure can start. CNC spinning machines are being used to 'close' the neck.

AMS uses a five spindle filament winding machine to produce the composite cylinders. The machine allows for cylinders of up to two meters in length. In-house heat treatment ovens equipped with data recorders ensure the correct heat treatment for both liners and shells.

After polishing and painting, each cylinder is being tested on an automated hydro test machine before it is allowed to leave the AMS factory. In addition, each and every cylinder is also inspected by the independent inspection agency according to the D.O.T. regulations.