-
-
- About
- Industries
-
Sub-Contracting
-
- Consumables
-
Cleaning
-
-
Blasting & Peening
-
- All Shot Blasting Machines
- Dry Shot Blasting Cabinets
- ActOn Mobile Shot Blasting Room
- ECO Shot Blasting Machines
- Premium DI Suction Blasting Machines
- Premium DP Pressure Blasting Cabinets
- AM Shot Peening and Blasting Series
- NF Sandblasting Cabinets
- Alloy Wheel Sand Blaster Machine
- Automated Shot Blasting Equipment
- Wet Shot Blasting Cabinets
- AWB Wet Blasting Cabinet
- Premium NP Wet Blasting Cabinets
- Automated Wet Blasting Machine
- ET 800 Wet Blasting System
- ET 100 RB Wet Shot Blasting System
- ET 6600 Turntable Wet Blasting System
- ET 6650 Overhead Conveyor Wet Blasting System
- ET 1 K Satellite Wet Blasting System
- ET 4 K Satellite Wet Shot Blasting System
- All Wheel Shot Blasting Machines
- Spinner Hanger Blast Machine
- Tumble Rubber Belt Shot Blasting Machine
- Tumble Steel Belt Shot Blasting Machine
- Wire Mesh Belt Shot Blasting Machine
- Continuous Feed Overhead Rail Blasting Machine
- Roller Conveyor Blast Machine
- Continuous Feed Tube Blast Cleaning Machine
- Rotary Table Shot Blasting Machine
- Tunnel Concrete Shot Blast Machine
-
-
Surface Finishing
-
- All Mass Finishing Machines
- Vibratory Bowl Machines
- Vibratory Trough Machines
- Dual Finishing Machines
- Dryers
- Centrifugal High Energy Machines
- Disc Finishing Machines
- ADF Drag Finishing Machine
- LE30 Rotary Barrel Machine
- Wheel Polishing Machine
- GrindPro Grinding Booth
- Automation for Mass Finishing
- Mass Finishing Accessories
-
Vibratory Finishing Machines UK | High-Precision Surface Finishing Solutions
ActOn Finishing is your source for a full vibratory finishing package. We don’t just offer you a vibratory finishing machine, we work with you to develop a vibratory finishing process as per your requirements.
We design and manufacture the equipment and consumables you need, install the vibratory finisher machines for you and train your staff, and we offer you a comprehensive after-sales package, including spare parts and refurbishment service, maintenance contracts and technical advice.
As one of the UK's leading manufacturers of vibratory machines, ActOn provides world-class technology for customers seeking a high-performance deburring machine, vibratory polishing system or advanced vibro machine for industrial finishing. Our solutions outperform traditional systems in accuracy, repeatability and cost-per-part, making them a trusted choice for surface finishing across aerospace, automotive, medical, additive manufacturing and general engineering.
Our vibratory finishing technology is engineered for speed, reliability and full process control, ensuring every part receives the exact finish required - from aggressive material removal to superfinishing.
Vibratory finishing bowl machines
ActOn Vibratory Finishing Bowl machines are designed to be easy to operate, efficient & to meet a range of applications such as deburring, descaling, radiusing, cleaning, polishing, burnishing and surface improvement.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory finishing trough machines
Vibratory finishing troughs are perfect for mass finishing larger, longer and irregular-shaped components. Designed and built in many different sizes and an infinite choice of length and width combinations, these machines are efficient in operation.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory finishing dual machines
The Vibratory Finishing Dual has been built to carry out wet and dry surface finishing processes in one machine. This space-saving finishing system is easy to operate and can be used for a wide range of vibratory finishing applications.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory finishing consumables
Our range of vibratory finishing consumables include ceramic, plastic, drying & burnishing media and liquid compounds, which will ensure that you achieve the optimum results in the most cost-effective way.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory Tumbler Machines
Our range of vibratory tumbler machines include bowls and troughs and come in different sizes to suit your application requirements.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory Polishing Machines
At ActOn we have developed Vibratory Polishing Machines and a range of finishing consumables for all your burnishing and polishing needs.Explore more
Get a Quote
Vibratory finishing
is perfect for
Deburring
Descaling
Degreasing & Oil Removal
Cleaning
Smoothing
Removing machining lines and surface defects
Radiusing
Brightening
Polishing
Drying
Corrosion Protection
Turbocut
Chemcut
ActoGrind
How do our vibratory finishing machines work?
What Are Vibratory Finishing Machines?
Vibratory finishing machines use mechanical vibration, media, water, and compound to process multiple parts simultaneously. The controlled movement of media within the chamber gently abrades component surfaces, achieving uniform deburring, descaling, cleaning, radiusing, and polishing results across entire batches.
This combination of vibration and media flow makes vibratory finishing an efficient form of mass finishing - ideal for when you need a dependable vibratory machine for precision finishing or a robust deburring machine for heavy-duty industrial components.
Unlike manual finishing or rotary tumbling, vibro finishing machines provide consistent, repeatable results at scale, making them a core technology in modern manufacturing.
Key Benefits
- Efficiently processes small, medium, or large batches.
- Reduces manual handling and operator fatigue.
- Delivers consistent, repeatable results.
- Compatible with automation and water recirculation systems.
- Suitable for metals, plastics, ceramics, and more.
Additional performance advantages:
- Works as both a high-precision vibratory polishing system and an aggressive cutting / deburring solution.
- Supports complex geometries, blind holes and delicate parts without damage.
- Integrates seamlessly with process automation, compound dosing and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose ActOn's Vibratory Finishing Technology?
ActOn doesn’t just supply machines — we deliver complete vibratory finishing solutions.
From design and installation to training, consumables, and aftercare, we provide everything you need for flawless finishing performance. ActOn’s vibratory machines are designed for long service life, low maintenance and industry-leading reliability. Our engineering teams test every vibro machine in-house to validate media flow, vibration frequency, material behaviour and finish consistency across multiple applications.
What Sets ActOn Apart
- Proven in industries including aerospace, automotive, and additive manufacturing.
- ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified quality.
- Machines tested and validated in our in-house trial centre.
- Supported by UK-based engineering and service teams.
- Ability to tailor any vibro machine for complex deburring, radiusing or polishing requirements.
- Over 60 years of expertise in vibratory finishing process development.
How Do Vibratory Finishing Machines Work?
Parts, media, water, and compound are placed in a vibratory bowl or trough. As the machine vibrates, the media moves in a circular motion, rubbing against the parts and removing burrs, oil, or scale. The process can be fine-tuned for precision or aggressive finishing, depending on your material and surface requirement.
This engineered vibration is what makes vibratory finishing such a powerful alternative to manual deburring or rotary tumbling. By adjusting amplitude, frequency, media type and compound chemistry, a single vibratory machine can perform multiple tasks - from heavy-duty deburring to ultra-fine vibratory polishing.
Industries & Applications
Our vibratory machines are trusted across industries where consistency is key:
- Aerospace: Precision finishing of turbine blades, vanes, and engine casings.
- Automotive: Deburring gears, polishing alloy wheels, preparing parts for coating.
- Medical: Cleaning and smoothing implants and surgical tools.
- Additive Manufacturing: Post-processing 3D-printed components.
- General Engineering: Reliable surface improvement for all metal and plastic parts.
- Electronics: Controlled surface refinement for connectors and precision housings.
- Energy sector: Deburring and polishing castings, forgings and high-performance alloys
Support and Aftercare
- 12-month warranty on all machines.
- Full installation and commissioning.
- Operator training and technical support.
- Stock of spare parts, media, and compounds.
- Lifetime aftercare and optimisation advice.
ActOn also provides ongoing process optimisation, helping clients refine cycle times, media selection and machine settings to maximise ROI across their finishing operations.
FAQs
2. Is vibratory finishing better than rotary tumbling?
Yes. Vibratory finishing is faster, more controllable and produces more uniform results. It also reduces part damage, making it the preferred choice for precision engineering.
3. Can a vibratory machine replace manual deburring?
In most cases, yes. A vibratory deburring machine eliminates manual variability, increases throughput and significantly reduces labour costs.
4. What materials can be processed in a vibro machine?
Steel, aluminium, titanium, brass, copper, plastics, ceramics, composites and more.
5. How do I choose between a bowl, trough or dual vibratory finishing machine?
Bowl machines are best for general finishing, troughs are ideal for long or delicate parts, and dual machines offer both wet and dry finishing in one system.