February 2001
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FEATURES:
Automatic Powder Coating—Meeting Customers' Demands
Increased demand was pushing Royston's powder coating line to maximum capacity, amplifying the problems with the company's aging line. But, an automatic powder coating system relieved the pressure on the line and helped the company meet its customers' demands . . .
Replacing Hexavalent Chromium in Passivations on Zinc Plated Parts
The use and benefits of passivations based upon hexavalent compounds, particularly on zinc plated parts, are well established and understood in finishing. Through the changing attitudes within society, the continued long-term use of this technology is under question and review. We examine the background and comment on the alternative strategies available that are most likely to commercially succeed . . .
How To Choose and Use Non-Woven Abrasives
Abrasive products are usually categorized as bonded abrasives and coated abrasives, but there is a third category that prepares and applies a final finish to the surface, these are non-woven abrasives . . .
DEPARTMENTS:
On My Mind: Employee Motivation
Perspectives: The Future of Hex Chrome
Dot-Commentary: Design for Usability
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