NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing: 2nd Quarterly Report
This report covers the second quarter of project work (July-September 2020) on this project at Wayne State University in Detroit. The objective is to help metal finishing plants to conduct a self-managed sustainability assessment and identify technical solutions for sustainability performance improvement. The reader is invited to contact Dr. Huang in identifying plating shops willing to participate in this program.
Rhodium Prices Rally in Response to Clean Air Legislation
Environmental legislation increases the demand for rhodium, a precious metal used in electroplating as well as catalytic converters.
HMG Paints Launches Next-Generation Colorants
HMG Paints has launched its next-generation colorants, which it says offer improved color quality, performance and environmental sustainability.
MacDermid Launches Environmental Solutions Business
MacDermid Envio Solutions will focus on helping customers profitably reduce their environmental impact through proprietary water treatments and materials recycling solutions.
Kontek Ion Exchange Systems Deionize Water for Recycling
The Rekon's applications include raw water purification, softening and deionization, wastewater recovery and recycling, polishing and targeted ion recovery.
Midwest Air Products to Display Range of Pollution-Control Products
Products are designed to solve environmental control problems and include corrosion-resistant PVC air pollution control equipment.
Veolia Water Technologies Helps Optimize Resources
Group designs and provides water, waste and energy management solutions that contribute to industry sustainability.
New Modular Cad Line Enables Landing Gear Overhaul Facility
AerSale recently installed a modular cadmium electroplating line from Ronatec C2C. The new line boasts a complete water recycling system, closed-loop wastewater treatment and an efficient dual microboiler system.
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Products Finishing
US Ecology Provides Green Solutions for Finishing Shops
US Ecology uses specialized recycling methods such as recovering metals from liquids and solids.
BHC's Range of Precision Cleaning Solutions Designed for Sustainability
BHC's Aquavantage aqueous detergents enable improved parts cleaning and degreasing, broad material compatibility and is said to reduce costs.
Sherwin-Williams Launches Powdura ECO Coatings Using Recycled Plastic
Sherwin-Williams has launched a line of powder coatings that uses a polyester resin comprised of 25% pre-consumer recycled plastic (rPET).
NASF Update on EPA Enforcement Discretion Policy for Coronavirus Pandemic
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a policy memorandum indicating that it will exercise enforcement discretion for any non-compliance that may result from the COVID-19 pandemic.
ECS Environmental Solutions Acquires KCH Engineered Systems and Heil Engineered Process Equipment
Combined entity focuses on meeting odor and air pollution control needs of both municipal and industrial customers.
Benefits of Recycling Vibratory Finishing Effluent
Recycling vibratory wastewater can be very advantageous and cost effective, says Dean Bell of Precision Finishing, but only if done properly.
Video: An Interview with Emily Peck, Laboratory Manager
Emily Peck of MicroCare was on Products Finishing's 40 Under 40 list for 2020. She spoke with managing editor Jenny Rush about sustainability, career goals and advice.
Jenny Rush
Managing Editor, Products Finishing
Dynatect Roll-Up ChemTank Cover Reduces Heat Loss, Evaporation
Tank covers designed to to improve efficiency, productivity and environmental conformance.
California Issues Mandatory PFAS Testing Requirements for Chrome Plating Facilities
California State Water Resources Control Board issued order requiring mandatory environmental assessment at 271 chrome plating facilities.
Steps to Take Control of Wastewater Treatment
Finishing operations should consider their environmental impact and other motivating factors, beyond mere compliance.
Midwest Finishing Offers Custom-Engineered Systems
Products include pretreatment washers, dry-off and cure ovens, environmental rooms and conveyance systems.
How Phosphates Impact Your Discharge
Phosphate conversion coatings are used to impart corrosion resistance, lubricity or to serve as a base layer for subsequent coatings. Hubbard-Hall’s Robin Deal explains their environmental impact.
Axalta Receives Ducks Unlimited Award
The award recognizes corporations from the United States, Canada or Mexico that have made contributions to wetlands conservation and environmental stewardship.
Cyanide-Free Silver Plating Process Meets Environmental Responsibility Standards
Technic’s new cyanide-free silver plating process addresses the global demand for an environmentally-safe, high-performance silver process.
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Products Finishing
PFAS and the Surface Finishing Industry
NASF and its member companies have a long history of environmental stewardship, especially when it comes to PFAS.
SFChina Exhibitor Registration Open
Exhibit zones include Electroplating and Finishing Technology, Environmental, Safety and Protection, and Coating Applications and Coating Products.
Dürr Acquires Babcock & Wilcox's Environmental Business
Germany-based Dürr has completed the acquisition of the industrial environmental technology businesses of U.S. company Babcock & Wilcox, which provide air pollution and noise control technologies.
Turnkey Finishing Solutions on Display at FABTECH
Midwest Finishing Systems offers custom-engineered systems including pretreatment washers, dry-off and cure ovens, environmental rooms, and conveyance systems.
Process Solutions Specially Formulated for Metal Coil
Henkel offers a variety of Bonderite process solutions for the metal coil industry, specially formulated for high-speed and continuous operation of manufacturing lines, as well as greater cost-efficiency and sustainability.
Return-to-Operator Parts Washer Designed for Robot Interface
The Renegade I-Series RTOcarousel parts washer is designed for precision cleaning and drying of industrial components without solvents, resulting in lower environmental impact, increased automation and reduced labor costs.
