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Paint Over Chrome
We currently use an aqueous cleaning system for our chrome plated parts before wet coat mask painting. The system is designed for exterior automotive adhesion specs. Can a modern vapor degreasing system provide the same adhesion?
Read MoreMedia Selection
Your frequent reference to the tri-cyl shape as being one of the most universal has been true for many jobs, but this is apparently an exception.
Read MoreNotes From the Field
User experience with an organically stabilized electroless nickel process
Read MorePaint Dry Film Thickness Standards
Is there an industry standard for industrial equipment primer and paint Dry Film Thickness (DFT)? It seems like I have seen 3–5 mil thickness for both primer and paint for a total DFT of 6–10 mils.
Read MorePainting Stainless Steel (Again)
I had a problem with adhesion on spun aluminum parts that were being coated with a clear acrylic gloss bake enamel. When we switched to an aluminum oxide sanding medium the problem disappeared.
Read MoreNickel and Cooking Surfaces
What do you know about nickel plating regulations on cooking surfaces in Europe? Where can I get a copy of the regulations and tests being done, if any?
Read MorePainting Galvanized Chain
We have some new galvanized chain that the customer wants marked with paint every 25 ft. I have never painted galvanized before. How can I do it?
Read MoreIndustrial Storm Water Runoff
The other day during our annual inspection by the sewer district, they expressed concern over our "boneyard" behind the plant where we store used equipment, tanks, and scrap building materials, mainly metals. The inspectors then finished their typical tour and review of our records without saying anything more about this issue. This is the first time we have heard anything about the city's concern regarding our storm water. Do you have any input to help us prepare for what will surely be a future inspection?
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