MMS Blog
Copper - More Than Just a Metal We Electroplate
Over many years, well-regarded AESF/NASF contributor Jack Dini contributed a series of fascinating columns to Plating & Surface Finishing, under the title Fact or Fiction?. After his new offering in July, we are happy to offer a second welcome contribution to his output for the NASF, this time on copper.
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NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing: 1st Quarterly Report
This report (1) introduces the new project and (2) covers the first quarter of project work (April-June 2020) on this project at Wayne State University in Detroit. The objective is to help metal finishing plants to conduct a self-managed sustainability assessment and identify technical solutions for sustainability performance improvement. The reader is invited to contact Dr. Huang in identifying plating shops willing to participate in this program.
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Epner Technology Pays Tribute to Industry Legend Stephen Candiloro Jr.
David Epner of Epner Technology discusses the work of the late Stephen Candiloro Jr., a giant in the finishing community who passed away due to the coronavirus in April.
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Venjakob Unveils Modular Coating Line Concept
Venjakob recently released a case study for a modular coating line concept that allows the individual machines to be equipped according to requirements, which can be upgraded with additional functions at any time.
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Top Shops Executive Summit: An Exchange of Finishing Industry Ideas and Best Practices
This year’s inaugural Top Shops Executive Summit offers an opportunity for shop owners, executives and managers in the finishing industry to gather for networking and ideation.
Read MoreAvoiding Adhesion Failure Due to Paraffin
For plating applicators, paraffin residue can cause poor adhesion, delayed blistering or other poor-quality performance of the plated deposit, including poor corrosion resistance. Coventya director of business development Greg Terrell explains how to remove paraffin-based lubricants prior to plating.
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40 Under 40: Class of 2020
Products Finishing’s 40 Under 40 award program recognizes young professionals in the finishing industry.
WatchCultivating the Next Generation of Finishing Industry Leaders
As a generation of experienced coaters and finishers look toward retirement, new leaders are beginning to emerge. Training, education, support and encouragement for new talent is crucial for the future of manufacturing.
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The True Cost of SCR Versus Switch-Mode Rectifiers
Replacing old SCR rectifiers may help lower electrical costs, but choosing between modern SCR and SMPS rectifiers requires some careful consideration.
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A Conversation with George Giering of Giering Metal Finishing Inc.
George Giering is third-generation president of Giering Metal Finishing Inc., a leader in liquid coating, ecoating and powder coating.
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Copper Anode Filming and Sludge Formation
Clarifying the role of film formation and anode-sludge creation in connection with the use of phosphorus-containing copper anodes in electroplating.
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A Conversation for International Women in Engineering Day
SIFCO ASC engineers Dr. Ani Zhecheva Brain and Danijela Milosevic-Popovich discuss the challenges of being a woman in a STEM related field, reflect on the achievements of women in engineering and talk about opportunities for women and girls interested in STEM.
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