Parts Cleaning
Becoming “Socially Accepted” in the Finishing World
Products Finishing’s new LinkedIn plating group provides insight from the “Top Shops.”
Read MoreBasket Case for Parts Maker Proves Sane Idea
Dürr Ecoclean’s Universal 81W chamber parts washer is for basket cleaning.
Read MoreA Conversation With ... Sam Woehler, George Koch Sons and CCAI President
Sam Woehler was recently named president of the Chemical Coaters Association International, which is getting ready to host the Finishing Pavilion at Fabtech, Nov. 12–14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Read MoreOvercoming Strict Solvent Cleaning Regulations
Aerospace manufacturer tries unique approach to meet agency regulations
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Ionic Liquids for Cleaning Operations at Air Force Air Logistics Centers: Part II
Researchers evaluate cleaners for potential use in wiping applications.
Read MoreCitric Acid Passivation
I would like to set up a citric acid passivation line as follows: heated citric, drag-out tank, three cascading unheated rinse tanks and possibly a heated rinse to help in drying. Am I missing any tanks and or accessories that you would recommend?
Read MoreCopper Sulfate Test for Passivated Parts
Why is the copper sulfate test a common test to know if the passivation process is in good quality?
Read MoreStainless Steel Streaking After Passivation
After passivating 347 stainless steel per AMS700 Type VI there is a stain pattern. On inspection at 10x magnification, I see that the surface is pitted. Process steps are alkaline degrease at 140°F, two rinses, final rinse in reverse osmosis water, nitric strike at 5 percent by volume, then two rinses with the final reverse osmosis (water quality 200 ppm). The stains or discolorations are in a straight line pattern. Any suggestions?
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Protech Purchases Texas' Innotek Powder Coatings
Innotek of Big Spring, Texas specializes in high performance thermoplastic powder coatings.
Read MorePowder Coating Q&A: Powder on Aluminum Extrusion
Q. Can powder coatings meet AAMA 2604 and 2605 standards? What are the strengths and limitations of powder versus liquid coating? Read Rodger Talbert's answer
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