Smart Modeling and Simulation of Electroplating Systems for Real-Time Monitoring of Chemical, Water and Energy Consumption (NASF Summer Research Grant)
An AESF Foundation summer research grant provided an excellent opportunity for a PhD student to learn how to use chemical engineering fundamentals to scientifically characterize an electroplating process through integrated dynamic modeling and simulation, and how to develop digital twin (DT)-based virtual plant that can be of any process configuration. This is a critical step for the investigation of new technology development for smart and sustainable manufacturing in the surface finishing industry.
#sustainability #nasf #measurement-testing
Choosing and Troubleshooting Copper Electroplating Processes
Learn more on this inexpensive and highly efficient process.
#basics
Consistency is Key for this Plating Top Shop
A recurring theme from Products Finishing's recent visit to Varland Plating was a commitment to continuous improvement.
#Top Shops
Five Trends in Surface Finishing
You’re at IMTS because you’re interested in moving your business forward. No matter what role you fill in the manufacturing process chain, it’s important to consider how your parts will be finished. Here are five trends in surface finishing.
#additive-manufacturing #sustainability
Coating Removes PVC Residue at High Temperatures
By treating PVC sticking and wearing, General Magnaplate says this coating reduces downtime and expenses caused by these issues.
Selective Finishes
A look at finishing complex parts through selective plating and selective powder coating.
#photo finish
Caplugs Acquires Safeplast to Expand Solutions for Hose Protection
Caplugs acquires Safeplast as part of the company's efforts to expand hose protection capabilities.
#masking
Plating Options for Hydrogen Technology
Holzapfel Group develops plating solutions for hydrogen production.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing - 9th Quarterly Report
This NASF-AESF Foundation research project report covers the ninth quarter of project work (April June 2022) at Wayne State University in Detroit. The major activities in this report period are: (1) refinement of the sustainability assessment method for technology evaluation with case studies, (2) development of a journal paper and one conference paper, and (3) a presentation at NASF SUR/FIN 2022 in Rosemont, Illinois.
#nasf #surfin #sustainability
Family-owned Zinc Plater Looks to the Future
Creative solutions and a willingness to take on challenges is at the heart of Grand Rapids-based finisher’s success.