Natural Flake Graphite
Natural flake graphite is the most geologically common variety of natural graphite, known for its distinctive platy (flake-like) morphology, excellent lubricity, and high thermal stability.
Friction Products
Performance, Control, and Durability
Friction materials are engineered to deliver controlled interaction between surfaces, whether generating friction for braking and clutch engagement or managing wear and heat in dynamic systems. Applications such as brake pads, clutch facings, and industrial friction components require precise material balance to ensure safety, consistency, and long-term performance.
Asbury Advanced Materials supplies a broad portfolio of carbon and graphite solutions designed to enhance friction product formulations. Our materials contribute to friction stability, heat management, wear resistance, and overall system performance across automotive, industrial, and specialty applications.
With expertise in raw material processing and formulation support, Asbury helps manufacturers develop friction systems that perform reliably under demanding conditions.
Solving Real-World Friction Product Problems for Over a Century
Friction material manufacturers face several key challenges:
- Managing heat buildup during repeated or high-load use
- Controlling wear rates for both the friction material and mating surfaces
- Reducing noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)
- Ensuring durability under extreme temperatures and pressures
- Achieving consistent performance across production batches
Use Cases
Key Use Cases for Carbon & Graphite
in Friction Products
Carbon and graphite materials play a critical role in friction system performance:
Friction Control and Stability
Graphite helps regulate the coefficient of friction, ensuring consistent and predictable performance across a range of operating conditions, including for brake pad friction materials.
Heat Management
Carbon materials dissipate heat generated during braking or engagement, helping prevent overheating and maintaining system performance.
Wear Reduction and Surface Protection
Graphite’s lubricating properties reduce wear on both the friction material and the opposing surface, extending component life.
Noise and Vibration Reduction
Carbon additives contribute to smoother engagement, helping reduce noise and vibration in braking and clutch systems.
Friction Control
recommended Materials
Materials Used in Friction Product Applications
Asbury’s portfolio supports a wide range of friction material formulations:
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WHY ASBURY
Supporting Performance at Every Stage
At Asbury Advanced Materials, we work closely with friction material manufacturers to develop solutions that meet specific performance, durability, and regulatory requirements.
Whether improving braking consistency, reducing wear, or enhancing heat management, our carbon and graphite materials are engineered to deliver reliable performance in demanding friction applications.
Decades of Materials Expertise
Deep experience across carbon, graphite, and specialty materials—supporting complex, real-world applications.
Technical & Manufacturing Depth
Knowledgeable teams who understand material behavior, processing requirements, and application constraints.
Consistency, Quality & Control
Reliable materials processed to meet demanding specifications, batch after batch.
Global Reach & Supply Reliability
A diversified sourcing and distribution network designed to support customers wherever they operate.
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