April
2003

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WEB EXCLUSIVE:
Cost-Effective
Technologies for Meeting Effluent Limits
When developing cost effective technologies for wastewater treatment
systems, one should evaluate water and chemical conservation methods
first. Next, modifications to the existing treatment system should
be considered, since they require the least capital expense. Finally,
new wastewater treatment systems should be evaluated...
QUALITY FINISHING:
In-Depth
Finishing Line Audits Can Improve the Bottom Line
Part I: Mechanical Finishing:
A Review and New Technologies
FEATURES:
The
Advantages of Thermal Spray
Thermal spray technology is a cost effective means to repair worn
components and incorrectly machined parts…
Turning Off the Lights on VOCs
Milwaukee, WI-based Visa Lighting develops unique and attractive
light fixtures for a variety of applications, ranging in size
from relatively small wall sconces to the lights inside Yankee
Stadium and Miller Park. Not content to be merely a successful
company, Visa recently made a commitment to eliminate VOCs from
the finishing processes it uses. Here’s how the company is doing
it...
Buffing
Compound Application Methods
When it comes to buffing and polishing, compound application is
often overlooked as a way to improve your processing...
Making
the World a Brighter Place
Continued developments in powder materials and powder application
techniques offer coaters a wide variety of metallic finishes…
DEPARTMENTS:
Perspectives: Surviving a Slow Economy
Reality Check: Not Sold on Cellphones
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