Alumina Reinforced ENiP Offers a Versatile Substitute for Electroplated Hard Chromium
This study investigated the addition of Cirrus Alumina Dopant™, a nanoparticle additive, to a variety of low phosphorus electroless nickel baths to evaluate the performance of the resulting nanocomposite coating as a potential replacement for hard chromium. The results offer a versatile substitute for hard chromium in a broad range of applications.
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Doerken Hires Marketing and Portfolio Implementation Manager
Doerken Corporation USA has hired Jacqueline Orow as its new marketing and portfolio implementation manager.
Coventya Enacts Leadership Changes
Coventya is promoting Lon Thrasher, Dr. Thorsten Kühler and Dr. Klaus Wojczykowski to new upper-level management positions.
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Electro-codeposition of MCrAlY Coatings for Advanced Gas Turbine Applications - 11th Quarterly Research Report
The aim of this research is to seek a sulfur-free plating solution for electro-codeposition of (Ni,Co)-CrAlY composite coatings. In this quarter, a sulfur-free, all-chloride plating solution was investigated to lower the sulfur content in the Ni-Co coating matrix. Optimized bath composition and the use of a wetting agent are critical to good results.
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Electro Chemical Finishing Earns DecoKlad License
Electro Chemical Finishing has earned DecoKlad licensing, becoming the third applicator in North America authorized for MacDermid Enthone Fashion Finishes.
Coventya Announces October 2020 Promotions
Coventya would like to recognize its October 2020 promotions of Matthew Wojcik, James Yahnke and Maurice Mills.
Ecoat Enables Chest X-Ray System
A diverse customer base is key for small shops like Giering Metal Finishing, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company says one of its largest growth areas has been with a customer manufacturing chest x-ray systems.
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COVENTYA Launches Personalized "Lunch and Learn" Webinars
COVENTYA is launching “Lunch and Learn” webinars, providing live, personalized educational content meant to fit into employees’ lunch breaks.
Inside Antimicrobial Coatings
Examining types of antimicrobial coatings from efficacy to regulatory considerations, with input from same major players in the industry.
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Reliable Plating Works Launches Custom Chrome Division
Reliable Plating Works is opening Custom Chrome, a new department that will serve the chromium needs of independent creators and small businesses.