Peening media
High-performance solutions for shot peening and surface enhancement!
Frohn & W Abrasives
Winoa offers a complete range of high-precision peening media designed to meet the most demanding specifications in aerospace, automotive, energy, and general manufacturing. Through our Frohn™ brand—Winoa’s dedicated cut wire & peening shot brand— and W Abrasives, we deliver industry-leading solutions in cut wire, stainless steel shot, aluminum media, and high-durability products like HD Cut Wire and Ultra Fine Shot.
The most common types of media used in shot peening are available
Explore our media offerings
Discover our selection of shot peening media, from the durability of high carbon steel shot to the fine finishing touch of glass beads.
Steel Cut Wire
Precision-cut wire segments for consistent peening results across industries including automotive, aerospace, oil & gas, and medical. Available in multiple chemistry, conditioned quality and hardness.
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HD Cut Wire
Heat-treated for extended durability, HD Cut Wire delivers top performance in demanding shot peening operations. Offers up to +30% longer life with consistent hardness and roundness.
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AMS
High-spec cast steel shot designed for aerospace and defense applications. Meets strict AMS standards for controlled peening and peen forming.
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High carbon steel Shot
High-carbon cast steel shot, produced under controlled tempering for low conductivity, high fatigue resistance, and reduced chlorides. A reliable choice for heavy-duty peening needs.
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UFS
Ultra-fine media ideal for precision peening of complex parts such as gears, springs, molds, and lightweight components. Enhances surface integrity through dual peening or fine finishing.
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Stainless steel cut wire
Precision-engineered for high-performance shot peening and surface treatment. Delivers superior durability, consistent quality, and corrosion resistance, ideal for aerospace, automotive, and demanding industrial applications.
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Ceramic shot
Engineered for precision and longevity, ceramic media offers exceptional hardness and durability. Ideal for high-performance peening applications requiring minimal contamination and consistent surface finish—perfect for aerospace and medical industries.
Glass beads
Ideal for non-aggressive, bright surface finishing. Suitable for stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and technical plastics where smoothness and cosmetic appearance are critical.
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Why choose Frohn
Frohn™ is Winoa’s dedicated brand for shot peening applications. Known for outstanding dimensional control, surface finish, and durability, Frohn products are manufactured in Germany, the USA, and China to serve local markets with global consistency.
As part of the Winoa Group, Frohn benefits from advanced R&D resources, continuous innovation, and technical synergies with W Abrasives’ high-spec products such as AMS-compliant media, as well as Winoa’s service expertise through diagnostics, training, and process optimization.
Precision media for demanding applications
Where performance matter
Frohn’s & W Abrasives shot peening media are engineered for use in industries where surface integrity, fatigue resistance, and dimensional precision are mission-critical. Whether enhancing spring life in suspension systems or preparing turbine blades for high-stress environments, Winoa offers the right solution—with compliance to AMS 2431, SAE J441, VDFI 8001, and more.
Aerospace
Landing gear, turbine blades, structural parts
Automotive
Gears, springs, transmission components
Energy
Wind and nuclear components
Industrial
Forged parts, fasteners, shafts, and more
Global Standards. Certified Performance.
Certifications & Technical Support
All Frohn and W Abrasives shot peening media are manufactured under strict quality control, with full traceability and compliance to international specifications including:
- AMS 2431 / SAE J441 / VDFI 8001
- ISO-certified production facilities in Europe, North America, and Asia
Customers also benefit from Winoa’s extensive support capabilities:
- Technical audits and diagnostics
- In-house and on-site training
- Media selection, conditioning, and optimization
- Winoa’s W Care services and access to local support experts
