Pollution Control
Hardide Has Successful Hard Chrome Replacement Test
Second test phase expected to be completed by the end of 2013; coating will be approved for use on a specific AgustaWestland helicopter rotor blade component,
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Marko Duffy Wraps Up NAMF-NE Presidency
Duffy's last column for the NAMF-NE newsletter states the obvious: It’s not what you know; it’s who you know.
Read MoreGuarding Against Counterfeit Parts
We have been doing a lot of defense work lately and are concerned about counterfeit parts. How can we protect ourselves?
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Q&A: Removing Emulsified Oils from Cleaner
A reader asks: How can we remove the emulsified oils before painting shelving?
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Q&A: Hard-To-Buff Silver Deposit
A Reader asks: Do you have suggestions for resolving an issue with silver-plated deposits that are difficult to polish and buff?
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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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MFASC Seeks New Executive Director
Dan Cunningham leaves as Executive Director after accepting a position with Bowman Plating, a member company.
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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.
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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?
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