MMS Blog

energy 25 Jun 2018

A Brite Adds Green Power Products' Switch Mode DC and Pulse Rectifiers

The product line can be used in both the surface finishing and waste-treatment sectors, and are designed not only to save energy, but also to be compact, rugged and corrosion-proof.

military 22 Jun 2018

Pilatus Aircraft Qualifies PPG Aerospace Coatings Systems

The PPG paint systems are qualified for application on the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet; PC-12 NG turboprop airplane; PC-6 multirole aircraft; and PC-21, PC-9 M and PC-7 MkII military trainers.

Powder Coating 20 Jun 2018

Axalta Gifts Mobility to Kids with Physical Disabilities

Axalta Coating Systems partnered with Atrium Health’s Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital, Hendrick Motorsports, LP Building Products and GoBabyGo! to build custom vehicles for children with mobility issues.

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surfin 18 Jun 2018

III. The Effects of Shields and Baffles on the Distribution of Functional Chromium Electrodeposits

This is the third of three combined papers that received the AESF Gold Medal Award for Best Paper published in Plating & Surface Finishing in 1989. Insulating shields and baffles redirect the flow of current and affect the thickness distribution of chromium and other electrodeposits. Many examples of these useful devices for improving the uniformity of chromium deposits are described.

Electroplating 18 Jun 2018

II. The Effects of Stopoffs and Thieves on the Distribution of Functional Chromium Electrodeposits

This is the second of three combined papers that received the AESF Gold Medal Award for Best Paper published in Plating & Surface Finishing in 1989. Stop-offs, thieves and guards are used to change the pattern of current flow and improve metal distribution. The effects may be planned or may occur unexpectedly, producing undesirable results.

Electroplating 18 Jun 2018

I. Rack and Anode Effects on the Distribution of Functional Chromium Electrodeposits

This is the first of three combined papers that received the AESF Gold Medal Award for Best Paper published in Plating & Surface Finishing in 1989. Procedures for improving functional chromium thickness distribution begin with this paper that advocates useful rack designs and anode configurations.

Electroplating 15 Jun 2018

Able Electropolishing Breaks Ground on Addition

The construction project is expected to be completed in August and will effectively increase production capacity at the Chicago facility, which employs 200 people in three shifts.

aerospace 13 Jun 2018

Triumph Group Sells Off Metal Finishing Operations

Specialty aerospace investment firm Aerospace Systems and Structures and Valence Surface Technologies have purchased the company’s Triumph Aerospace Structures Long and Large (L&L) machining and metal finishing operations.

Industry 4.0 13 Jun 2018

IFCS Presents “Factories of the Future: What Does the Future Workforce Look Like?”

Intel Corp.’s Dr. Irene Petrick will focus on Industry 4.0, the Industrial Internet of Things, the fourth manufacturing revolution and artificial intelligence during the International Finishing & Coatings Summit in Atlanta, July 30 to August 1.

Electroplating 12 Jun 2018

Process Technology Moves Into New Global HQ and R&D Center

The new facility features a product development lab that can be viewed from the lobby as well as an ISO 3 clean room.

Proper Industrial Paint Storage: Know Your Materials

Whether it’s paint, powder or other surface finishing materials, the first step to proper storage and handling is to know your materials and their characteristics.