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AESF Foundation Educational Opportunities
AESF Foundation offers a variety of educational training options.
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Making Progress, One Step at a Time
As we wrap up the first quarter of 2011, NASF is logging some early accomplishments this year.
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Development of Ni-Based High Wear Resistance Composite Coatings
Hard chromium has been used in automotive, aerospace, mining and general engineering industries due to its excellent wear resistance and low coefficient of friction.
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Functional Trivalent Chromium Electroplating
This paper will discuss recent research work on the development of a functional trivalent chromium plating process from a single, simple-to-control trivalent-based electrolyte to replace hexavalent chromium plating. Hexavalent chromium plating has been used for many years to provide hard, durable coatings with excellent wear and corrosion resistance properties. However, hexavalent chromium baths have come under increasing scrutiny due to the toxic nature of the bath, effects on the environment and worker health. In this work, we are updating accomplishments to achieve properties comparable to existing hexavalent chromium plating for functional applications. Work on achieving desirable thickness, uniformity, adhesion, porosity and corrosion resistance, as well as other material properties, will be discussed.
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A Conversation With … Graham Torr
You wouldn’t know it by his quiet demeanor these days, but Graham Torr was once a head banger of the heavy metal variety.
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Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) for the Metal Finisher
Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) in particular have attracted a diversified group of employers, from small mom-and-pop operations to large industrial sites. This article outlines the benefits of the VPP program and discusses specific safety concepts needed to start/develop a successful program.
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Just Grand!
Six Grand Rapids platers talk about SUR/FIN, the state of the industry, and what the surface finishing future has in store.
Read MoreA Toxic Debate
In the run up to the Washington Forum, EPA regulation is in the spotlight, and finishers are getting some bad press.
Read MoreRace to the Finish
Sur/Fin 2009 Hosts Timely, Relevant Content Designed to Keep the Finishing Industry on Track
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