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Metallurgically Bonded, Platinum-Clad Anode Products
Anomet’s Platinum Clad Anodes feature a full metallurgical bond of platinum or niobium over a copper core and are dimensionally stable, which reportedly provides impressed current protection with lower operating current densities.
Read MoreAkzoNobel Launches New Line of Powder Coatings
The new range is designed to meet a wide set of application needs across diverse coatings markets, including automotive, architectural, functional and industrial.
Read MoreDeveloping Standardized Testing for Trivalent Chromium Thickness: A Progress Report
The industry shift toward trivalent decorative chromium plating and away from hexavalent highlights a need for testing standards. As Chair for ASTM B08.10 Subcommittee on Test Methods for Metallic and Inorganic Coating, Mark Schario is leading the committee’s focus on developing standardized testing for trivalent chrome thickness. This presentation provides information on the initiative, testing methods and variables, initial data on thickness comparison and alloy composition, and summary of input and extended lab testing.
Read MoreAn Altruistic Growth Strategy Puts People First
Professional Plating emphasizes investing in its team and fostering a supportive environment on the shop floor.
Read MoreNASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #122: Electrochemical Approaches to Treatment of PFAS in Plating Wastewater - 4th Quarterly Report
The NASF-AESF Foundation Research Board has selected a project on addressing the problem of PFAS and related chemicals in plating wastewater streams, studying PFAS destruction via electrooxidation and electrocoagulation. This fourth quarter report continues the work on electrocoagulation and electro-oxidation, measuring energy consumption and evaluating methods to remove residual zinc ions from the floc after processing.
Read MoreArtemis Egress Platform
One of the key aspects of NASA’s Artemis program involves the recovery of the Orion capsule after splashdown. The ocean environment presents unique challenges for the equipment involved — coatings are part of the solution.
Read MoreAn Interview With... Tony Revier, Uyemura International
Products Finishing recently spoke with Tony Revier about his thoughts on association work, the future of the industry and his career in metal finishing.
Read MorePowder for Outdoor Products
Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert discusses some of the things to keep in mind when powder coating products intended for outdoor use.
Read MoreOne-Step Metal Surface Preparation, Pretreatment
International Chemical Products aims to reduce the amount of time and money finishers spend on surface prep and pretreatment by delivering a one-step solution, Picklex 20.
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