Ducati 959 Panigale

Ducati 959 Panigale

From Superbikes to Sealing Surfaces: Why Flatness Still Matters Not all engineering projects arrive on a pallet with a purchase order attached. Recently, we were approached by an individual rebuilding his Ducati 959 Panigale, a 955cc V-twin superbike producing around...
Why the Speedfam 9B matters to our customers

Why the Speedfam 9B matters to our customers

At Lapping Services, investment decisions are simple, if it doesn’t make our customers’ lives easier, faster, or more predictable, it doesn’t get signed off. The benefits of the Speedfam 9B:- This machine gives us the ability to process smaller, high-precision...
Restoring a 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale Water Pump

Restoring a 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale Water Pump

Precision Meets Passion – Restoring a 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Stradale Water Pump Every now and then, a project rolls in that takes us right back to the golden era of engineering. This week: a Lancia Delta S4 Stradale — a true Group B rally legend, now worth between...
Titanium: Can It Be Lapped?

Titanium: Can It Be Lapped?

Introduction: Titanium has carved a unique niche in the world of engineering, particularly in aerospace, due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high resistance to corrosion. Its lightness and durability make it an ideal choice for parts where both...
Precision and Limits in Engineering Flatness

Precision and Limits in Engineering Flatness

In precision engineering, flatness is a fundamental requirement, critical for the reliability of mechanical systems, optical instruments, semiconductors, and other high-precision components. At Lapping Services, we achieve sub-micron flatness over a 500mm diameter,...