aerospace
Finishing High Reliability, Function Critical Parts
From safety critical automotive and aerospace components to lifesaving medical micro-components and implantable devices, Indiana-based Electro-Spec finishes applications that require zero failure rates.
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Digital Service for Improving Coatings' Maintenance Schedules
Aerofleet Coatings Management is a digital service developed to assist with coating replacement and maintenance.
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AkzoNobel Uses VR for Training Airline Apprentices
The virtual reality technology provides a paint booth and spray gun that enables trainees to work and master their skills without losing parts in the process.
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Multistage Wash System for Continuous Cleaning Efficiency
Gas-heated conveyor parts washing system is said to provide continuous, efficient cleaning throughout the multiple stages of the system.
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Anodizing for Bonding Applications in Aerospace
Anodizing for pre-prep bonding bridges the gap between metallic and composite worlds, as it provides a superior surface in many applications on aluminum components for bonding to these composites.
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Development of a Novel Hexavalent-Chromium-Free Aluminum Sacrificial Paint
Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen, repro-toxin, and mutagen. Its elimination is of high importance to the aerospace industry, which has struggled to find high performing alternatives. Legacy aluminum sacrificial paints have traditionally utilized hexavalent chromium to prevent corrosion and coatings which are equal to or better than have been difficult. This first paper discusses the novel process from the supplier point-of-view.
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Hexavalent-Chromium-Free Aluminum Sacrificial Paint Validation
Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen, repro-toxin and mutagen. Its elimination is of high importance to the aerospace industry, which has struggled to find high performing alternatives. Legacy aluminum sacrificial paints have traditionally utilized hexavalent chromium to prevent corrosion and coatings which are equal to or better than have been difficult. This second of two papers discusses the hexavalent-chromium-free process from the user point-of-view in terms of the process validation work by Rolls Royce Corporation.
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VST Appoints Marketing and Communications Director
Julie Sims has been named as Valence Surface Technologies' marketing and communications director.
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Total Finishing Systems Partners With Erzinger Equipment
Total Finishing Systems is entering an exclusive suppliers agreement with Erzinger Equipment.
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