This Pennsylvania plating company’s general manager shares insights about being recognized as a Top Shop for several consecutive years as well as his thoughts about automation, customer service, hiring skilled workers, the challenges of installing a new line and more.
The V.MAX1500 PVD and DLC flexible coating system from VaporTech offers capabilities including up to six wall-mounted cathodic arc and/or magnetron sputtering sources.
This capability eliminates the need for manually reviewing all scheduled entries to get a clear understanding of how much load is being placed in various areas of production.
Moving from cars and motorcycles to its current aerospace and architecture customer base, this California powder coatings shop has evolved and grown with the changing market.
This Cincinnati-based plating company has experienced a 33% improvement as a result of investing in a new electroless nickel line. It continues to tweak the control technology to create the most effective coating for its customers’ needs.
Leading efforts to improve hydrogen fuel cell efficiency, this Indiana company has developed chemistry that cleans the inorganic contaminants from inside a vehicle’s radiator. This results in cleaner coolant and a more efficiently run hydrogen fuel cell.
After implementing a new automated rotary basket parts cleaning system, this shop reduced its cleaning time by more than 50% and completely dried parts that previously were not getting dry.
This competitive California finisher made it a goal to become a PF Top Shop. After earning the recognition, the company experienced an immediate increase in business and a challenge to obtain certifications.