Anodizing
December Go-To Guy: Tom Dillon, Advanced Plating Technologies
Tom Dillon, Advanced Plating Technologies Tom began at APT in 1983, working in their brass line and eventually moved into the gold room, polishing department, and to his current department of Powder Coating, where he is now serves in the supervisor position. "Tom continues to bring valued experience and quality to all of our customers," says John Lindstedt, APT owner. If you know a guy or gal in the industry that you think should be recognized, email Jess Larkin at jlarkin@pfonline.com.
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Top Shops and the Chase for Excellence
Electroplating survey runs through December at pfonline.com.
Read MoreAnodizing: Adhesion of Organic Coatings on Black Anodized Parts
Q. Is there an alternate black anodized finish to the black dye method?
Read MoreAnodizing: Typical Hardness of Type III (Hardcoat) Anodized Coatings
Q. Would increasing the hardness of a coating show a significant increase in wear resistance?
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Investors Turn Eye to Aerospace
Investment groups are buying finishing shops that they feel will provide the best return on their money.
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The “Skills Gap” is Your Fault!
The disinterest of tomorrow’s workforce is your problem, too.
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Wreaking Havoc: Motorcycles Manufacturer Offers Online Coating Customization
Canadian firm starts custom design program.
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MacDermid Opens New Facility In Mexico
The 21,000 sq ft facility includes a state-of-the-art laboratory capable of performing tests such as atomic absorption, HPLC and other.
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Valence Expands Titanium, Hard Metal Processing To All 10 U.S. Locations
Valence’s titanium and hard metal processes include titanium etch/pickle; passivate; phosphate fluoride; alpha case removal; high-temperature stress relieve; sol gel; and abrasive blast, among others
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