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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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Why metal tarnishing happens and what you can do about it

August 13, 2025

Why metal tarnishing happens and what you can do about it

The role of Chelating Agents in metal finishing

August 13, 2025

The role of Chelating Agents in metal finishing

Optimizing your zincate process for better metal plating

August 13, 2025

Optimizing your zincate process for better metal plating

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  • Industry
  • July 25, 2025

ASTM B571 Explained: Why Adhesion Matters in Metal Plating

In metal finishing, a coating is only as good as its grip. If the deposit can’t stay put, corrosion creeps in, parts fail, and warranties become headaches. That’s why the industry leans on ASTM B571 – “Standard Practice for Q...
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  • Pre-plating
  • July 24, 2025

What Is a Soak Cleaner? A Key Step in Metal Pre-Treatment

Metal finishing is a critical process in industries such as automotive, construction, electronics, and aerospace. A crucial yet often overlooked step in this process is soak cleaning, an essential pre-treatment phase that ens...
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  • Plating methods
  • July 24, 2025

Understanding Galvanic Reaction: How It Affects Metal Durability

Galvanic corrosion, also referred to as bimetallic corrosion, is an electrochemical process that significantly impacts the durability of metal structures and components. This form of corrosion arises when two dissimilar metal...
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