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Corrosion Control Strategies: How alloy technologies enhance protection

Corrosion, the nemesis of countless industries, wreaks havoc on everything from pipelines to car parts. Thankfully, a diverse arsenal of strategies exists to combat this destructive process. This blog deepens into the criti...

Plating methods
April 30, 2024

Zinc Plating: Enhancing the service life of metal components

When battling against rust and corrosion, metal components often need an extra layer of protection. Zinc plating emerges as a champion in this fight. This well-established metal finishing technique is like a suit of armor f...

Plating methods, Industry
March 21, 2024

Plating Cast Iron for Industrial Applications

Cast iron, with its exceptional strength, wear resistance, and affordability, is a popular material choice for various industrial applications. However, electroplating cast iron presents unique challenges compared to other ...

Plating methods
May 09, 2023

Galvanized or Electroplated Zinc: Which is Better for Industrial Applications?

Two popular methods for protecting metals from corrosion and wear are hot-dip galvanizing and electroplating. Both processes involve coating the metal with another material to create a barrier against corrosion. Still, there...

Plating methods
May 05, 2023

The Evolution of Decorative Trivalent Chromium Plating

For decades, hard chrome and decorative chrome plating from chromic acid baths have been widely accepted plating processes. However, the industry has been searching for more efficient and safer alternatives for the environmen...

Finishing technologies, Plating methods
August 31, 2022

Corrosion protective coatings for diverse applications

Corrosion generates billions of dollars in losses every year around the world. Many metallic components are exposed to this accelerated oxidation process, which rapidly shortens their functionality. For centuries we have tri...