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Electrical Insulation
Question: I work with a consulting firm and I am doing research on finishes.
Read MoreDual Purpose Anodizing Bath
Question: When using a sulfuric acid-oxalic acid electrolyte for Type III hardcoat, is it possible to raise the temperature in order to do Type II anodizing in the same tank?
Read MoreCleaning Very Small Parts
Question: How are very small sheet metal parts cleaned with an aqueous solution?
Read MoreElectroless Nickel on Leaded Steel
Question: We are plating leaded steel, 12-L-14, with electroless nickel (mid-phosphorous bath). Three or four days after processing, the parts are showing “pockets” of staining.
Read MoreHow to Clean Galvanized Steel Before Painting
Question: I need to clean galvanized steel mir- ror bases prior to painting.
Read MoreHow to Plate Stainless Steel Black
Question: How can I plate stainless steel to give it an antique black finish?
Read MoreHigh-Tech "Weaponry" for Painters
There are many things a finisher can do to reduce its coating costs and improve part quality. But, did you ever think that laser-guided spray guns would be one of them?
Read MoreSaving Water Plating PCBs
A new manufacturing process at Allied Signal required clean-room technology and high-quality rinse water, increasing the rinse water flow rate. But, the company was able to reduce costs with the addition of a special treatment system...
Read MoreSwitching From Liquid Spray Coating To Powder Coating
The company used high-solids liquid coatings in two standard colors but decided to change to powder coatings for durability and chip resistance...
Read MoreSilk Screening Compatible Powder Coating
Question: We have been screen printing for 16 years in the industrial and commercial fields.
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