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Laser-Induced Selective Deposition on Metal Using Electroless Gold
Originally published as H.R. Khan, M.U. Kittel and Ch. J. Raub, Plating and Surface Finishing, 75 (8), 58-64 (1988), this paper was awarded the 1989 AESF Gold Medal. The idea was to see if shining a laser on the substrate during electroless gold plating had any significant effect. The results are presented here.
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Electrocodeposition of MCrAlY Coatings for Advanced Gas Turbine Applications - 7th Quarterly Research Report
This NASF-AESF Foundation research project report covers the seventh quarter of project work (July-September 2019) on the AESF Foundation Research project at the Tennessee Technological University. The objective of the work is to study and optimize the MCrAlY electro-codeposition process to improve the coating oxidation/corrosion performance. In this quarter, the effect of the particle size of gas-atomized CrAlY powders on electro-codeposited Ni-CrAlY composite coatings was studied.
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Process Technology Garden Designated as Monarch Waystation Habitat
Monarch Waystation gardens are required to be at least 100 square feet, contain milkweed and nectar plants, provide adequate shelter, and follow specific habitat management guidelines.
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Sifco ASC Welcomes New Ownership
Quaker Houghton has acquired Norman Hay PLC, a private UK company that provides specialty chemicals, operating equipment and services to industrial end markets.
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Hubbard-Hall Receives Workplace Award
The list is based on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey and measures several aspects of workplace culture.
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CCAI SoCal Chapter Hosts Toys for Tots Golf Tourney Dec. 9
This year, the chapter is aiming for 830 or more toys for the U.S. Marine holiday program.
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Arlington Plating Receives Fiat Chrysler Nickel-Chrome Plating on Steel Substrates Approval
Approval is for nickel-chrome plate steel substrate parts per FCA specification PS-50019 for parts that include bumpers, tow hooks, running boards and exhaust tips.
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Axalta Acquires UAE-Based Powder Coatings Manufacturer
Axalta will expand its footprint in the Middle East and North Africa region, and add to their strong manufacturing base.
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It’s Not Always the Seal Tank
When testing anodized aluminum for quality, poor anodize conditions result in weakened coatings and AAMA 611 test failures.
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Employee Buy-In Drives Chicago Powder Coater
S&B Finishing Company is a 5-Time Products Finishing Top Shop Recipient, thanks to its long-time employees.
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Fixing Excessive Brightener Consumption From Dull Work In Alkaline Non-Cyanide Zinc
Although great strides have been made over the last 30 years in the development of alkaline non-cyanide zinc processes, Asterion’s Graham Torr says not all “modern” systems are created equal.
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Finishing Fluids for 3D Printed Parts
Choosing the correct binder jetting finishing fluids plays a key role in the success of 3D-printed products.
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