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IT’S HOW YOU FINISH

IT’S HOW YOU FINISH

We’re a developer and supplier of chemistries for the metal finishing industry since 1948.

In PAVCO, we develop products and deliver services of the highest quality at a reasonable cost.

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Plating Tank Maintenance: Maximizing bath life and efficiency

August 03, 2026

Plating Tank Maintenance: Maximizing bath life and efficiency

HyProCoat 630: Advanced Sealer Solution for Zinc Finishing

August 03, 2026

HyProCoat 630: Advanced Sealer Solution for Zinc Finishing

Optimizing LEV Systems for Safe Electroplating Environments

August 03, 2026

Optimizing LEV Systems for Safe Electroplating Environments

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  • Industrial insights
  • August 03, 2026

Chrome Versus Nickel Plating: Which Finish is Right for You?

Two of the most widely specified electroplated finishes in the metal finishing industry are chrome and nickel. Both deliver striking visual results. Both offer meaningful corrosion and wear protection. But they are not interc...
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  • Industry
  • August 03, 2026

Understanding ASTM B633 Plating Specifications

If you work with zinc electroplating on iron or steel, ASTM B633 is one standard you cannot afford to misinterpret. It defines the rules for zinc electrodeposited coatings: the minimum deposit thickness required for each envi...
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  • Industrial insights
  • August 03, 2026

Cross Hatch Test: Troubleshooting Poor Plating Adhesion

A visually-perfect plated component can fail the cross hatch test, where the coating peels away. For metal finishing professionals, this adhesion failure is frustrating and costly. The cross hatch test assesses the bond stren...
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