November 2023 Issue

November 2023

Digital Edition

Cover Story

Forms+Surfaces Expands from Humble Beginnings to Global Market Leader

Originally founded in Santa Barbara, California, the company now manufactures in multiple U.S. locations and in India.

Features

Featured articles from the November 2023 issue of Products Finishing

19 Oct 2023

Good Advice? Ask 5 Questions

Even one new detail uncovered by good questions might alter the advice we would have offered in the first place.

Electroplating 6 Nov 2023

Anode Answers for Hard Chrome Plating

While problems continue to rise with using lead anodes for hard chrome plating, some manufacturers are discovering platinized titanium anodes as a much-improved alternative with a long list of advantages.

Ask The Expert 6 Nov 2023

Optimizing Your Liquid Electrostatic System

For your electrostatic process to work consistently, there are three primary items to check: voltage at the applicator, part grounding, and compatibility of the coating material. John Owed of Carlisle Fluid Technologies walks you through the process.

management 9 Nov 2023

Attentive Employees Support Large Customer Base

As a Products Finishing Top Shop, this company’s success with offering a variety of finishing services would not be possible without its employee dedication and the pride that’s been instilled in them to produce quality products for its long list of customers.

16 Oct 2023

Finishing Activity Contracts in September, Closes at 44.4

The slowed contraction seen in August appears to have been a blip as finishing activity contracted faster again in September to another two points.

Ask The Expert 9 Oct 2023

Proper Sieve Size for Powder Coating's Smooth Results

Kevin Biller at ChemQuest Powder Coating Research gives recommendations for sieve size to ensure surface smoothness.

photo finish 10 Oct 2023

Electroless Nickel On the Rise

ENC 2023 was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offering a wealth of educational programming and networking opportunities for finishers looking to grow their electroless nickel business.

Ask The Expert 23 Oct 2023

Cobalt’s Role In Passivation

Learn about cobalt in passivation, why it is being replaced and the alternative technology that is taking its place in this column from Christian Kissig of Columbia Chemical.

editorial 23 Oct 2023

The Time is Now

Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses takeaways from recent industry events and recounts observations about the growing interest in mobility applications.

Electroplating 20 Nov 2023

Troubleshooting 5 Common Racking Problems for Platers

Being aware of usual issues that might occur during the plating process will prepare platers by helping them know how to avoid them all together or how to fix them if they happen.