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An Overview of Correct Vibratory Bowl Set-Up
As delivered from the manufacturer, vibratory bowls are set-up to operate in a functional motion pattern. However, future maintenance to replace a faulty motor or if a bowl is relined, or to replace worn-out bearings, may result in a machine with poor mechanical motion once reassembly is complete. Here are some helpful hints to correct this situation.
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Engineered Coatings Offer Improvement for Medical Device Manufacturers
Diamond electroless nickel coating provides better lubricity and improved wear resistance for molds, resulting in better quality and productivity.
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Alkaline Cleaning Guide
Gregg Sanko, Senior Chemist, Oakite Products, Inc. provides an overview of the alkaline cleaning process.
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NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #122: Electrochemical Approaches to Treatment of PFAS in Plating Wastewater - 8th Quarterly Report
This eighth quarter report covers work to prepare and characterize surface-fluorinated Ti4O7 anodes to enhance further the PFAS degradation process.
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Tin-Zinc Alloy Electroplating and Its Corrosion Behavior
An NASF/AESF Foundation Research Program Retrospective
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The Positive (and Negative) On Airflow
Jeremy Winters of Accudraft Paint Booths shares how solvent and water-based coatings are affected by a paint booth’s airflow.
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Top Shop Emphasizes Dedication, Work Ethic
With a primary focus on aerospace and defense work, American Metaseal Corp. of Arbutus, Maryland, has qualified as a Top Shop on multiple occasions.
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Can You Afford to Not Use Custom Masking?
Are you weighing the costs of a custom masking solution vs. an off-the-shelf solution? Christy Schulthess of Custom Fabricating & Supplies discusses the overall savings that can be realized with custom masking.
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Finishing for the Big Screen
Leonhardt Plating Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio provides finishes for several components that make up the kettles and other parts in popcorn machines at your local cinema.
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Seven Times, Seven Different Ways
To make sure a message is received and acted upon, getting to seven times is simply a matter of choosing the communication modes most likely to reach the audience.
Read MoreThe 2024 Ford Mustang: All the Colors Available
Although Chevrolet has announced the end of the Camaro and Dodge is offering “Last Call” editions of the Charger and Challenger, the Ford Mustang is launching to its seventh generation.
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Take Advantage of Finishing Industry Educational Opportunities
Looking into training opportunities within the industry? Here’s some advice to help you seek out finishing industry education and make the most of it.
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