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Attaching Transducers with Adhesive
Question: We have an ultrasonic cleaning machine with several tanks with 18 piezoelectric transducers attached in each one.
Read MoreClear Coat For Galvanized Steel
Question: Our company is the leading fence and mechanical tube producer in the Caribbean basin.
Read MoreCopper in a Nickel Plating Bath
Question: We use a Watts bright nickel plating bath and have recently noticed a grayish color in the low current density areas of our parts.
Read MoreCleaning Magnesium
Question: What is the recommended chemical cleaning process and composition prior to electroless nickel plating for magnesium?
Read MoreBlack Nylon Powder Coating
Question: We have a custom coating shop where we apply paint as well as powder coatings.
Read MoreDot Commentary: "Thank God" for the Internet
When you write a column focused on the Internet, it's pretty easy to get wrapped up in the bad stuff.
Read MoreIndustrial Cleaning Techniques
Question: I'm looking for information about scientific groups and firms dealing with the cleaning of rust, cutting oils, grease, etc. from metal surfaces.
Read MoreCleaning Low Carbon Steel
Question: I have constant velocity joint components from an automotive application that I believe to be a low carbon steel.
Read MoreChromate Color Change
Question: We use a blue-bright type chromate on parts that are plated in an alkaline, non-cyanide zinc bath.
Read MoreCadmium and Chromium Substitutes
Question: Where can I find some up-to-date information on various substitutes for cadmium and chromium?
Read MoreBright Dip for Stainless Steel - Safety Warning
The July 2001 issue of this column gave a formulation for the bright dipping of stainless steel.
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