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When it comes to aluminum alloys, most grades provide good appearance and corrosion resistance. However, to achieve optimal results, the anodizing process is...

Like many businesses, supply chain problems have been disrupting operations for many months now. Most OEMs are having a tough time getting component parts...

Anodize racking is a popular way to cost-effectively electroplate parts in large numbers with minimal gaps in coverage. If you didn’t know, anodizing is...

This month, I’d like to explore the different types and colors of hardcoat anodize. This popular choice for many end-users features a dense aluminum oxide...

If you are seeking to maintain uniformity in your plating application, Electroless Nickel Plating (ENP) is an excellent option to consider. This process...

Customers ask me, “Why do white spots happen on anodized parts?” The quick answer is those white spots are corrosive cells found beneath the anodized coating....

Zinc plating is considered to be the go-to metal plating process throughout the world. Industry professionals know that’s because zinc coatings offer superior...

Cadmium Plating is a coating process that offers many technical benefits. While cadmium is a byproduct of zinc production, it has been used for almost 100...

Some of my best customers have asked me, “Paul, why is hardcoat anodize a good option for my metal finishing application?” There are actually more than a few...

If you want to maximize corrosion resistance while achieving a mirror-like shine on your precision machined parts or standard profiles, then Bright Dip...

Precious Metals have been used for centuries now for their corrosion resistant properties and aesthetic. They have become essential for the production of...

ZINC PLATING IS A WIDELY used coating for the sacrificial corrosion protection of steel. It is used throughout the range of industry, especially on stampings,...

When it comes to comparing metals such as steel and aluminum, both have a very wide range of applications. They are crucial in so many industries, providing...

Your anodized parts have become stained and worn out, and they need a little touch-up. If you’re thinking about removing the anodized coating from one of your...

You may have already heard about the versatile application of anodized aluminum components across various industries. There are anodized aluminum parts in...