HAIRSPRINGS
The hairsprings that we deliver have passed the chronometry test (COSC). The highest level of the CTE (thermoelastic constant) is attained, and our manufacturing process guarantees perfect reproducibility.
Mainsprings
Our second challenge was the development of the manufacturing technology of the mainsprings. This spring is the " reservoir of energy " of the movement of a mechanical watch.
Surface treatments
We also carry out heat treatments and galvanic deposition on all types of substrates. In addition, we perform part finishing work (deburring, polishing ...)
HAIRSPRINGS
Springs ready for delivery
Metal bars
Laminated wire
Shaping
For any request relating to the flat springs, please fill in the sheet for contact contact form
We continued our work to develop spirals in three dimensions :
Finished products
FLAT SPRINGS
The manufacture of this spring is carried out in a sequence of numerous stages which consists of:
Cylindrical springs
The cylindrical spiral, unlike the generally used spirals, does not swing on a plane level from front to back, but relaxes and contracts in raised rotation along the length of a vertical axis, as if it were following the thread of a screw. A second advantage of the cylindrical spiral is its completely concentric and symmetrical development.
Spherical SPRINGS
Spherically-shaped springs are parts that have a very attractive appearance and improve isochronism when compared with flat spirals. Our parts have been installed in a prestigious Swiss watchmaking company's high-end movements.
Variants
We propose a variant that is spiral colouring. The spherical and cylindrical spirals can be coloured without modifying their physical and mechanical properties: purple, golden yellow, etc.
Golden
Purple
Brown
Spherical spring used in fine watchmaking
Ongoing developments
To overcome the magnetic sensitivity problems of nickel-based alloys and increase the impact resistance, we are working on new paramagnetic alloys.
Automatic Mainspring
Manual Mainspring
Coil of drawn wire
Laces in the shape of a shell
The material used to craft our barrel springs is Nivaflex.
All the manufacturing steps have been validated by Metalab. Our springs were first tested internally. We then supplied various Swiss watch manufacturers who validated our production. The productivity of our mainsprings are exceptional. For all inquiries regarding mainsprings, please complete the form below:
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Winding and unwinding curve of an automatic spring.
Quenched and tempered screws
Thermal treatments
We are equipped with modern facilities to carry out quality heat treatments.
We offer you:
– Quenched in gas or under vacuum
– Tempered under gas or under vacuum
- Structural hardening (CuBe, durnico, ...)
- Annealing of alloys before machining
- Autres ...
Bulk polishing on 20AP steel
Surface finishes
We produce the following finishes:
– Fine polishing of parts (including fine teeth)
- Chemical polishing on coppery alloy
- Chemical deburring of the steel
- Elimination of oxidation
Nickel-plated micro-magnets
Galvanic deposits
We have strong experience and know-how in the processing of sintered materials such as micro-magnets.
Our company can provide you with the following additional services:
- Adhesion tests: thermal shocks, peeling
- Characterization of the deposited layers: distribution, morphology of the layer, thicknesses
Scanning electron microscope image of a metallographic section: multi-layered deposit