Feature Articles

Dot Commentary: Size Matters
Ok, stop snickering… I’m referring to an article (“The Technology of Tiny Parts”) that PRODUCTS FINISHING published last month in which we profiled Professional Plating, a company whose expertise is the plating of minuscule parts used in hearing aids, telecommunication devices, computers and other electronic systems.

Wastewater Treatment Made Simple

A single-step treatment to help finishers meet the MP&M challenge…

The Environmental Benefits of Composite Electroless Nickel Coatings

Because of the negative environmental and health effects related to chromium, finishers are looking for a replacement. Composite electroless nickel coatings may be one solution…

Perspectives: The Air We Breathe
The air you breathe when you are outside is getting better; however, the stuff you are breathing at home and in the office is getting worse.

Powder Coating Filter Saves Time & Money

Because of the high film builds required for its parts, Smith-Blair sprays an average of 400 lb of powder per day per booth. To keep quality high, the company has installed a new powder coating filter…

On My Mind: Strength or Growth?
Usually, a company acts either as a growth company or a strength company.

Rolling Ring Linear Motion in Finishing Machines

Rolling ring linear motion assemblies may be used in a wide range of finishing machines, performing applications such as painting, coating, positioning, cutting, spooling/winding, spraying, slitting and packaging...