May 1999 ISSUE

COVER STORY

Preparing Substrates For Waterborne Coatings

Since more stringent regulations limiting emissions of VOCs from paints and coatings are in effect and enforced in most areas, paint manufacturers have developed a range of highly effective, compliant waterborne coatings.

FEATURES

Electroplating

Citric Acid Passivation of Stainless Steel

An alternative product for passivation...


Fasteners and Finishes

Torque Modifiers: Waxes, Lubes and Specialty Chemicals


Electroplating

Plating Department Designs New Finishing Facility

The Plating Department at the Corpus Christi Army Depot designed a new finishing facility to help it meet new environmental regulations...


Electroplating

Plating Plastics at Guardian Automotive Trim

Plating automotive accent pieces with a nickel-chrome finish keeps automobiles looking good...


Parts Cleaning

Preparing Substrates For Waterborne Coatings

Since more stringent regulations limiting emissions of VOCs from paints and coatings are in effect and enforced in most areas, paint manufacturers have developed a range of highly effective, compliant waterborne coatings.
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