Electrocoating

Powder vs. E-coat Costs

Too Much E-Coat

BASF Reveals Automotive Color Forecast

Movement towards more color shades than in previous years as BASF staff shows off the 65 new colors they are presenting to automakers and designers around the world.

Are Ionic Liquids the Future of the Surface Treatment?

This paper is focused on the application of ionic liquids related to surface modification and metal deposition.

Cyanide-Free Electroplating of Cu-Sn Alloys

This paper is a peer-reviewed and edited version of a presentation delivered at NASF SUR/FIN 2012 in Las Vegas, Nev., on June 13, 2012.

Guarding Against Counterfeit Parts

We have been doing a lot of defense work lately and are concerned about counterfeit parts. How can we protect ourselves?

Supplier Contracts

Can we (the supplier) refuse to agree to early termination of a contract unless the customer agrees to increased prices or other concessions?

Q&A: Removing Emulsified Oils from Cleaner

A reader asks: How can we remove the emulsified oils before painting shelving?

Advanced Technical Finishing Continues $10 Million Renovation

Plans include upgrading current anodizing line equipment to allow for increased capacity on Type I, II and III anodizing, new electroless nickel lines and a titanium Type II & III finishing line.

Q&A: Gap Size Specifications

A reader asks Ecoat Expert Joe Tirado: Is there a standard or a design rule that specifies the minimum gap necessary for complete coating during electrocoating?