In order to solve the problems that exist in traditional multi-stage phosphating, a novel coating system was developed by predispersing an optimum amount of in-situ phosphating reagent into the paint formulation.
19 January 2012
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Monitoring metrics in the pursuit of continuous improvement is the key to success for Tucker, Ga.-based finishing operation.
27 July 2011
How to properly set up a mid-size, RoHS-compliant EN line without breaking the bank.
01 April 2011
The following case study provides examples of how proven automotive paint finishing strategies can be applied to the design of an aerospace paint finishing facility to improve quality and sustainability.
21 July 2010
Pipe Coating firm adapts electrical enclosure coolers to solve host of space, heat, and operational issues.
24 March 2010
As the aerospace industry demands more from the materials it uses, the finishing of the surface becomes a greater part of the final product.
01 February 2010
Cold spray is one of the many names for describing a solid-state coating process that uses a high-speed gas jet to accelerate powder particles toward a substrate whereby metal particles plastically deform and consolidate upon impact. The term “cold spray” refers to the relatively low process temperature involved—which is typically much lower than the melting point of the spray material.
08 January 2010
Increasing demand for water and stringent new legislation to limit the discharge of effluent is taking place in many areas worldwide. Equipment innovations that reduce water usage and minimize the quantity of chemicals discharged into the environment as treated effluent and sludge have been installed in several state-of-the-art modern electroplating barrel machines that incorporate centrifuge post-treatment systems. The innovations will also supply attractive cost benefits by reducing drag-out.
09 December 2009
Investing in the business—and its people—pays big dividends for C.R. Hudgins Plating, a 60-year-old operation based in Lynchburg, Va.
19 August 2009
From electronics to aircraft parts, Master Metal Finishing of Patterson, N.J., finishes to spec—and beyond.
19 August 2009