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The Burn that STILL Burns, Part 3
In November 1978, Products Finishing magazine published “The Burn That Burns,”1 which examined true burn and false burn from bright nickel and chromium systems, as well as some of the remedies. Twenty-six years later, plating practitioners continue to be challenged and frustrated by this aspect of the process, prompting this updated and expanded review. Here, in part two of this three-part series, our authors analyze three of the four major sources of false burn…
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Ultrasonic Cleaning "Sounds" Quality Message At ATFAB
When precision services provider ATFAB planned its new 55,000-sq-ft facility in 1998, there was no doubt where their automated ultrasonic parts-cleaning line would go. “We’re not the kind of company that hides cleaning back in a corner.
Read MoreE-quation for Success
Adding E-Coat E-quals E-xpanded Opportunities for Job Shops and OEMs...
Read MoreSpotting an Achievement Gap
One of the toughest jobs supervisors face is getting across to their employees that results—not only good intentions —are what really count.
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Putting The Brakes On Lead and Cadmium
Ambrake Manufacturing had to remove lead and cadmium from its electroless nickel solution in order to comply with the End of Life Vehicle Directive. The company turned to its electroless nickel suppliers for support...
Read MoreVerstehen Sie diese Schlagzeile?
This past April, Products Finishing magazine sent a contingent of staff members to Germany for the purpose of attending a trade show called “Surface Technology Plus Powder Coating Europe,” presented as a part of Hannover Messe 2004.
Read MoreThe Burn that STILL Burns, Part 2
In November 1978, Products Finishing magazine published “The Burn That Burns,”1 which examined true burn and false burn from bright nickel and chromium systems, as well as some of the remedies. Twenty-six years later, plating practitioners continue to be challenged and frustrated by this aspect of the process, prompting this updated and expanded review. Here, in part two of this three-part series, our authors analyze three of the four major sources of false burn…
Read MoreTry Throwing Down a Challenge
In the days before income taxes, when a dollar in salary meant 100 cents in your pocket, one of the biggest earners in the world was Charles Schwab, the steel magnate.
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Rise of the Machines
With the advent of smaller and more versatile tools, robotic technology is establishing itself as a viable, affordable option for small- and mid-size job shops…
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Brushing Up on Deburring
The characteristics of nylon abrasive filament brushes make them an attractive option when it comes to deburring operations. But when it comes to implementing them, what is the best method? Weiler Corporation’s John Sockman looks at the possibilities…
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Phasing In
When Ford Motor Company made the decision to expand the paint shop in its St. Thomas Assembly Plant, it sought to do so without losing production time and without sustaining any “lost day” injuries…
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Shelf Life
At Thorco Industries—a supplier of point-of-purchase shelves and shelving fixtures—a new pretreatment system is helping to maximize productivity…
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