Electroplating
The Aerospace Finishing World According To J.C. Hall
Seattle finisher educates aerospace execs on issues they face, whether they like to hear it or not.
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Nickel Regulation and NASF Action
The NASF continues to work closely on advocacy efforts to ensure that U.S. and global regulatory bodies make responsible and scientifically-informed decisions on materials uses for a range of coatings processes.
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‘They Never Call Me Back.’ No Kidding.
Get creative to set yourself apart and get prospective customers to hear you out.
Read MoreDecorative or Hard Chrome Plating?
Should I use decorative or hard chrome for plating brass handrails?
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MFASC Seeks New Executive Director
Dan Cunningham leaves as Executive Director after accepting a position with Bowman Plating, a member company.
Read MorePlating on Polyetherimide
I recently received a request to plate gold on a material called Ultem. What is the composition of this plastic, and what is the best method for plating it with gold?
Read MoreTriple Gold Plating
What does “triple gold plating” mean? Is this an actual combination of deposits or a marketing/sales selling point?
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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.
Read MoreMore on Black Finish on Stainless
One of our readers has suggested another process for getting a black finish on 430 stainless steel.
Read MoreZinc Corrosion
We have been experiencing white corrosion (zinc oxide) while our steel components are in storage. All of these assemblies are nitrogen-brazed components and then are subject to clear zinc plating.What do you think is the root of our problems?
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