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The Robots Are Coming — Will Your Job Be Next?

With advancing automation, reconsider what robots have to offer.
#management #workforce development

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Surface Technology Plates Second Cycle of Brompton Bikes

The Nickel Edition, the most advanced finish used by Brompton to date, is electroless nickel plated by Surface Technology at its Leeds facility in England.

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Aluminum Anodizing Operation Receives GM Approval

Chicago's Arlington Plating Company's fully automated aluminum anodizing operation has been approved to meet the GMW14665 material specification, anodic oxidation Coating on Aluminum.
#pollution control

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VIDEO: Indiana's Imagineering Finishing Technologies Works on Boeing's $4.2B Spacecraft

Boeing’s Crew Space Transportation, CST-100, is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, which aims to resume U.S.-based flights to space.
#aerospace #pollution control

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Protective Coatings for Fuel Elements Prevent Accidents in Nuclear Reactors

Shells can significantly reduce hydrogenation of containers where nuclear fuel is placed, extend their service life and protect reactors from explosion in case of potential accidents.

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Rebecca Bennett Receives Bertram A. Stone Award

Bertram A. Stone Award is the top award of Chicago Midwest Chapter of NASF, and is bestowed on an individual who has performed outstanding service to the finishing industry locally and/or nationally.
#nasf #masking #pollution control

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Linetec Honors Mark Hall for 50 Years of Service

In 1967, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as governor of California, the Beatles released Magical Mystery Tour album and Hall began his career with what would become Linetec.

Anodizing

Greatness Begins with a V1 Moment

With commitment and courage, success is pinned to taking risks.

Anodizing

Sun Glo Industrial Plating Survives Trial by Fire

Andy Pozin’s more than three decades in the metal finishing industry nearly came to an end in 2015 when an overnight fire devastated his company and his livelihood.

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Kyzen, CJI Host 'Clean and Green' Seminar June 13-14

The two firms will be offering two days of training, with several technical sessions and hands-on testing throughout the day. The training is free, but space is limited.
#workforce development