May 2018 ISSUE
30-in-30 from the 2018 Products Finishing Management Stage
Download the “30-In-30” that delivered 30 great tips and ideas from Top Shop operators on ways to improve efficiencies, in a fast-paced 30-minute presentation.
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Electroplating30-in-30 from the 2018 Products Finishing Management Stage
Download the “30-In-30” that delivered 30 great tips and ideas from Top Shop operators on ways to improve efficiencies, in a fast-paced 30-minute presentation.Liquid Coating
3D Printing for Masking
For liquid and powder coaters, the technology is a cost-effective option for producing custom masking in house.Auto Technology Provides Environmental Testing, Equipment
In addition to conducting environmental testing, Auto Technology produces corrosion test equipment and environmental test chambers, as well as centrifugal dryers and automated finishing equipment.Liquid Coating
BASF Color Ideation Vehicle Wins Big at Goodguys Del Mar
“Lucille,” a 1940 Ford convertible, was unveiled at the 2017 SEMA Show and is coated with BASF Glasurit 55 Line in the custom color “Glasurit Cabernet, Goolsby Edition,” which builder Jonathan Goolsby developed through BASF Color Ideation.
Mechanical Finishing
Centrifugal Iso-finishing
This high-speed, high-intensity mass finishing method can improve part performance.Liquid Coating
Eisenmann Building Flexible Paint 'Workshop' for Lamborghini
The new paint shop in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy, will enable each Urus luxury SUV to quickly and easily receive a customer-specific finish, thanks to Eisenmann intelligent production control.
Electro-Spec Expands to South Carolina
Electro-Spec Carolina will serve the southeast U.S. for the company, which was named the No. 1 plating operation in the 2015 Products Finishing Benchmarking Survey.Electroplating
EPA to Convene National Meeting on PFAS
The National Leadership Summit will take place in Washington, D.C. on May 22-23.
Electroplating
Expansion Drives KC Jones Plating
After 60+ years of operation, the electroplater continues to grow, with facilities in Michigan, Indiana and now Mexico.Liquid Coating
How to Limit Rack Twisting in a Coating Line
Mighty Hook’s Scott Rempala offers some suggestions for minimizing rack twisting in a coating line.Electroplating
Old Bridge Chemicals Expands Zinc-Sulfate Manufacturing
The new zinc-sulfate operation has resulted in the hiring of more than a dozen new employees, and the company anticipates additional recruitment as well.Liquid Coating
Parker Trutec Ohio Plant Adds Third Solid Lubricant Paint System
The new line is a fully automated chain-on-edge system and is expected to launch mass production in May.Products Finishing Top Shops Management Stage
Products Finishing will showcase the best-run finishing shops in North America at the Top Shops Management Stage at Sur/Fin, where owners and managers will be on hand to discuss what makes their plating and anodizing operations some of the most efficient and profitable in the business.
Electroplating
Trivalent Hard-Chrome Process Eliminates Hex-Chrome Risks
Atotech’s BluCr is a trivalent hard-chrome plating process, offering the wear resistance and corrosion protection of hard-chrome without the hazards and risks of hexavalent chromium.Anodizing
New Selective Brush / Cell Anodizing Technology Using Sulfuric / Organic Mixed Electrolytes for Dimensional Restoration of Difficult Alloys
This paper presents new innovative problem-solving technology for Type I, II and III selective brush and repair cell anodizing. Discussions include: (1) anodizing difficult alloys (2000/7000 series) without burning; (2) unique amino complex organic acid protection of the aluminum/anodize surface during processing and (3) high speed anodizing in selective cell operations, including heavy thickness anodize repair procedures.Electroplating
Special Aspects of Electrodeposition on Zinc Die Castings
Electroplating is a frequent choice to give zinc die cast components a high-quality protective and decorative surface finish, however, applying this kind of treatment for die cast zinc components presents hidden challenges. In order to overcome these issues, a thorough morphology and composition analysis of die cast items was conducted. Special aspects of zinc die cast as a plating substrate are described and linked to the die casting process.A Conversation with Darrick Gula, Bolta US
Matthew Kirchner: How Do You Run a Contract Finishing Business? Ask Your Dry Cleaner
Michael Guckes: Finishing Index Hits Breakout Territory
Negative Effect of Tri-Chrome on Bath Quality
Getting Better Powder Coverage in Inside Corners
Tips for Applying Epoxy and High-Solids Paint
PKG Equipment Installs Custom Anodizing Systems
Ventilation System Designed for Energy Savings, Worker Protection
Finishing Options Include Hex-Chrome Alternatives
Software Manages Shopfloor Functions, Data
Poly Products Closes Loop on Wastewater Evaporation
Non-Cyanide Copper Process Plates Directly onto Zinc Die Cast
Custom Die-Cuts Can Reduce Masking Time, Failure
Electroplating Method Suited for Small Components
Zinc Alloy Process Provides Ductile Deposits, Faster Plate Times
Rectifiers Updated for Increased Efficiency
Filter Presses, Clarifiers Designed for Water Treatment
Modular Rectifiers Help Minimize Downtime
Optimum Anode Offers Dimensionally Stable Anodes
Tri-Mer Offers 15 Lines of Wet, Dry Air-Pollution Control
Darrah Electric to Demonstrate Rectifier Remote Control
Room-Temp Anodic Seals Outperform Hot Dichromate Seals
Pump-and-Filter Systems Provide Continuous Particle Removal
Devices Offer Diagnostics for Improved pH/ORP Monitoring, Control
Filter, Pump, Agitation Systems Available with Variety of Features
Cordless Plating Barrel Suited for Manual, Rack Lines
Benchtop Analyzers Measure Large Parts, Small Features
Penguin Pump Adds PVDF Cartridges to Fluid-Handling Offerings
Software Apps Replace Paper-Based Recording
Sealless Vertical Pump Offers Increased Efficiency
Water Evaporators Use Vacuum Distillation
Cell Tests Chemistries for Shelf Roughness
Drop-In Liners Protect Plating Tanks
Assured Testing Handles Corrosion Tests Specified for Plating, Anodizing
Acid Zinc Plating Bath Can Be Mix-Potassium or All-Ammonium
Coventya Products Aim to Meet Surface Finishing Challenges
QA Program Aims for Consistent, High-Performance Automotive Coatings
XRF Suited for Material Analysis, Coating Thickness Measurement
RighTech Maintains Decades-Deep Design Library
Tank System Includes Secondary Containment Design
Alkaline Zinc Systems Reduce Rejects, Increase Productivity
Software Supports Continuous Process Improvement
A Brite to Highlight Solutions for Cleaning, Finishing, Wastewater Treatment
Zinc Line Produces 60-120 Racks/Hr.
Immersion Heater Is Self-Regulating
Sealed Cabinets Protect Liquid-Cooled Recifiers
Standards Set Allows for Comparison Measurement of Surface Roughness
Metallic Powder Coating Designed as Alternative to Chrome Plating
Novel 3D Printing Solutions for Finishing
350°F Cabinet Oven Used to Heat Tubular Aluminum Parts
Asterion Publishes Equipment Capabilities Guide
Sealants Designed to Outperform Conventional Anodize Solutions
Mask Serves as Both Plug, Hanging Tab
Uyemura Showcasing Hard Silver, Cyanide-free, Other Plating
Axalta Apps Bring Information to Users’ Fingertips
Anodizing Chemistry Available in Smaller Packages