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Understanding Cadmium Electroplating: Applications, Process, and Environmental Considerations

Cadmium electroplating is a widely used surface finishing technique that involves depositing a layer of cadmium onto the surface of a substrate material through an electrochemical process. This method is valued for its corrosion resistance, solderability, and low coefficient of friction, making it an essential process in various industries. However, despite its advantages, cadmium electroplating […]

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Benefits and Advantages of Zinc Electroplating

Zinc electroplating is a widely used process in the manufacturing industry that involves the deposition of a thin layer of zinc onto various metal surfaces. This electrochemical process provides numerous benefits and advantages, making it a popular choice for industries ranging from automotive to construction. With its exceptional corrosion protection, ability to enhance aesthetics, cost-effectiveness,

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ElectroLab Featured in Finishing & Coating Magazine

BY TIM PENNINGTON, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF (FinishingAndCoating.com) Lonnie Harder doesn’t talk in grandiose terms about all that he wants to add or change about his Florida metal finishing company, ElectroLab II. The Nadcap-certified operation is in its second generation in Oldsmar, just north of Tampa, and Harder makes no qualms about getting bigger or expanding operations. The

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Plate it, Paint it, Anodize it The Perfect Purchase Order!

This article was written by Marko Duffy, President of Marathon Manufacturing Services.  It describes what is required  and what should be taken into consideration when writing a PO for any metal finishing job.  When you send your intricately machined or fabricated parts out to your finisher, are you giving them enough information to do the

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