American Friction Welding Inc
American Friction Welding (AFW) is North America’s leading provider of rotary friction welding, offering precision solid-state joining of similar and dissimilar metals. With 39+ years of experience, we deliver full-strength welds for aerospace, automotive, energy, defense, and industrial applications—faster, cleaner, and stronger than traditional welding.
Our 63,000 sq. ft., ISO 9001:2015 certified facility in Waukesha, WI houses 18 CNC-controlled welding centers—the largest subcontract friction welding capacity in North America. We accommodate diameters up to 10 inches and lengths up to 100 inches, producing consistent, defect-free welds with exceptional repeatability.
We also provide:
Pre- and post-weld CNC machining
Engineering design & support
Nondestructive testing (NDT)
Material sourcing and inventory services
From prototyping to full production, AFW is your trusted partner in achieving high-integrity, cost-effective solutions that enhance product performance and streamline manufacturing.
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AFW leads in friction welding, offering precision, quality, and full-service solutions across industries from aerospace to defense.