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Advancements in Automated Polishing, Buffing and Deburring

As we enter the new millennium, it might be constructive to critique the many changes we are experiencing in the way we must do business to survive, grow and prosper in an ever changing and expanding global market.

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Bolting Together a Good Cleaning System

Nucor Corporation's Fastener Division needed clean steel in order to make first quality bolts, nuts and screws. It found what it was looking for in this zinc phosphating system...

 

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Dot Commentary: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles... and a Few Nice People

Unless you're reading this column for the first time, I don't need to tell you that I'm a huge proponent of technology.

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Environmentally Friendly Fastener Finishes

A research study was conducted on eight finishes that are potential replacements for cadmium. Information from the tests is specific to clamp load and corrosion, both cosmetic and galvanic...

 

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On My Mind: Time to Buy

While last year was one of the worst anyone can remember, we are starting to see signs of a recovery in economic indicators, and we are beginning to hear positive statements from manufacturers, finishers and equipment suppliers. (Have I said this before?) Finishers must be prepared to take advantage of this economic recovery.

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Perspectives: An Open Shop

Thomas Edison said, "There ain't no rules around here.

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Electroplating

Saving Water, Saving Chemicals, Saving Money

Metal Seal and Products installed a water treatment system and wastewater treatment system that helped it increase production, reduce reject rates and lower its expenses for chemicals, water and hazardous waste disposal…

 

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