Anodizing

Questions for the Ages

Preventing material waste is a mutual goal for finishers and their customers. Effective communication is critical in this respect. Here are some common questions that anodizers should be prepared to address when working with both new and existing customers…

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The Zincate Process

Question: What is the difference between the “homebrew” zincate process and the commercially available zincate processes?

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More About Blistering

Question: We are anodizing some parts made of 7075 alloy.

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Consistent Black Color

Question: We are hard anodizing alloy 3003 aluminum cookware and have a color inconsistency.

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Anodizing Die Cast Aluminum Alloys

Question: I am interested in finding some information about anodizing an aluminum die cast parts.

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Anodizing “Aluminized” Steel

Is it possible to anodize “aluminized” steel?

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Anodizing “Aluminized” Steel

Question: Is it possible to anodize “aluminized” steel?

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C.I.L.—Where Tradition Meets Today

Even though the company has only been in business 10 years, it has more than 125 years of experience in the finishing industry...

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Scrap Allowance

Question: We are starting an anodizing project with a large automotive company.

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The “Metabrite” Process

Question: Our company has been clear coating a polished aluminum diecast part, with a large fall-out rate for outgassing.

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