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In Search of Plating Books
Where can I find books in the area of electroplating and metal finishing to purchase?
Read MoreNickel-Plated Anode Bars
Our chemical vendor has told us that it is a good idea to nickel plate the anode bars in our zinc chloride plating bath prior to commissioning the tank. Why?
Read MoreElectrical Problem
We have a bright nickel plating bath that seems to lose power sporadically which results in peeling problems. Do you have any suggestions on how we can locate the problem and fix it?
Read MoreElectroless Nickel on Titanium Revisited
One of our readers had a suggestion for getting a stronger bond between electroless nickel and the titanium substrate.
Read MoreThin Gold Plate
Question: Are there any materials that can be applied over a thin gold deposit to make it wear longer?
Read MoreBetter Electroless Nickel Revisited
A sharp-eyed reader pointed out that I gave an incorrect breakdown product when discussing the electroless nickel process.
Read MoreConversion Coating of Titanium Alloys
Question: What can you tell me about conversion coatings for titanium alloys?
Read MoreCitric Acid Passivation
Question: We are considering starting a passivation line for a valued customer of ours.
Read MoreStaining of Plated Parts
Question: We are having a problem with staining on a number of our final rinses.
Read MoreConsistent Colors
Question: How can I get consistent colors in my chromate conversion process?
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