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An Interview With... Tony Revier, Uyemura International
Products Finishing recently spoke with Tony Revier about his thoughts on association work, the future of the industry and his career in metal finishing.
Episode 17: 2022 Finishing Hall of Fame Inductee Tony Revier
Tony Revier of Uyemura International discusses his experiences in the industry, as well as his insights into what the future might hold for surface finishing.
Products Finishing Recognizes 2022 Finishing Hall of Fame Inductees
PF’s annual Finishing Hall of Fame program is devoted to recognizing members of the surface finishing community who have gone above and beyond to further the industry.
Uyemura Expands Senior Leadership Team
Uyemura’s founder Tony Revier will focus on primary accounts and international relations, meanwhile Mark Eonta assumes the role company president and CEO.
New Alloys Lower Precious Metal Costs
New Alloys Lower Precious Metal Costs
Uyemura Appoints Two
Plating chemistry company Uyemura has promoted two of its staff to senior management.
Uyemura's Galvanic Rhodium Alloy Improves Durability
Rhodium coatings have improved durability with deposits being crack-free up to 1 μm.
Uyemura Expands Sales, Distribution In Pacific Region
Ronatec, a supplier of of metal finishing chemicals and equipment to the automotive, aerospace, hardware, and porcelain enameling sectors, has joined the Uyemura distribution network.
Uyemura Appoints Troy McNulty Midwest Sales Manager
McNulty will focus on Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan region.
Uyemura's Pat Valentine Earns Degree in Quality Systems Management
Received Doctorate from New England College of Business.
Uyemura Niphos 968 Features Corrosion Resistance
Uyemura will showcase a number of products at SUR/FIN 2019, including Arguna 630, Miralloy and Semi-bright alkaline copper.
The Mechanism of Nickel Corrosion in ENEPIG Deposits and How to Mitigate It
The incident of nickel corrosion in ENEPIG multilayers (electroless nickel, electroless palladium and immersion gold) was brought to light after it was observed during the analysis of gold wire bond lifts.
Direct Copper Metallization of Aluminum: Elimination of Zincate
This article discusses the development of a new copper plating bath that can deposit high ductility copper metal directly on a wide range of aluminum alloy substrates. The process is particularly important for general metal finishing companies looking to plate aluminum parts for aerospace industry.
Uyemura Showcasing Hard Silver, Cyanide-free, Other Plating
Uyemura will showcase a number of products at Sur/Fin 18, including Arguna 630, a hard silver electrolyte with hardness of 120-130 HV, well-suited for high-stress electromechanical components.
Uyemura CEO Tony Revier Honored for Service, Contributions
Revier was honored as one of the the University of La Verne’s 125 Most Notable Graduates at a ceremony commemorating its 125th anniversary. The awards were presented by university President Devorah Lieberman to alumni based on four criteria.
Read the Interview: Uyemura's Tony Revier
Revier, who was attending IPC — Association Connecting Electronics Industries gathering in Washington, D.C. for IMPACT Washington, D.C. 2017 to advocate for a pro-growth, pro-advanced-manufacturing policy agenda.
Electronic Plating: OutREACH or OverREACH?
U.S. chemical companies can benefit from compliance with the European regulation.
A Conversation with Don Walsh, Uyemura
Donald Walsh has been with Uyemura International Corp. for 20 years and retires this month as its director of operations. His involvement with the surface finishing industry—and specifically the electronic and circuit board sectors—has been enormous.
What to Consider When Applying a Classic Black Finish
Q. What are the best options for a durable black finish? Uyemura's Rich DePoto answers that question.
New PCB Plating Process Is Reshoring Success for Whelen Engineering
Whelen Engineering was among the thousands of OEMs that sourced its printed circuit boards from Asia until increasing costs led the company to build—greenfield and in-house—America’s first new rigid PCB shop in 15 years.
Nanoscale Sealing Produces Anti-Tarnish Advantage for Electronics
Umicore Sealing 691 leaves technical characteristics unaffected.
Vertical Acid Copper Plating for PCB Manufacturing
Developments expand in the world of printed circuit boards.
Uyemura Launches New Electrolytic Nickel Technology
Two new high-speed electrolytes for the electrodeposition of nickel phosphorus are Umicore Niphos 967 and 968.
Bright Lights, Big Finish for Electronics Plater
Wisconsin manufacturer of printed circuit boards for the LED lighting industry and others in the electronics sector has seen business boom in the past few years.
When Plating Meets the Jet Set
Houston plater specializes in finishing private aircraft interiors; company offers more than 130 standard finishes and unlimited custom-matching capabilities.
Smooth Finish
Satin nickel scores in auto and other applications