Guide to Surface Finishing for 3D-Printed Parts
- February 9, 2018
- Sharretts Plating Company
3D printing is a useful new technology that allows manufacturers to produce components relatively quickly, in small batches and with a high degree of flexibility. Often, though, after a part comes out of the printer, it needs to undergo a surface finishing process before it’s ready for use, especially if it’s a consumer good or […]
- Category : Blog
How Does Electroplating Contribute to Reducing Manufacturing Costs?
- December 18, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
In today’s highly competitive business climate, just about every manufacturer is looking for ways to reduce operating costs. Factors such as increasingly stringent environmental regulations and cheaper overseas labor make it more challenging than ever for manufacturers to turn a profit. If you’re looking for cost-effective finishing methods for products you manufacture, electroplating deserves strong […]
Using Electroplating to Increase Surface Thickness
- December 12, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
In some situations, it may be necessary to increase the thickness of the surface of a workpiece. A thicker coating can improve the durability of the substrate and make it more difficult for potentially destructive forces — such as corrosion or exposure to harsh chemicals — to impact product quality. Increased coating thickness can also […]
- Category : Plating Process
An Introduction to Gold Plating for Ground Defense Systems
- December 8, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Since the introduction of ground defense systems in the 1950s and 1960s, companies such as Raytheon and Boeing have used gold plating and other types of metal finishing services to help improve the expected life of their products, reduce wear and help increase electrical conductivity and connectivity. What Is a Ground Defense System? A ground […]
- Category : Gold Plating
Plating on Glass for Biotechnology Applications
- December 5, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
While glass, used often in biotechnology, is an exotic material that can be fragile and harder to work with than many other substances, it also offers certain advantages like thermal resistance. Likewise, ceramics have the composition to withstand high temperatures, and the right metal or alloy plating from materials like copper, aluminum, tin, gold, silver, […]
- Category : Services at Sharretts Plating
Exploring the Differences Between Industrial and Decorative Plating
- November 14, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
At Sharretts Plating, we are committed to providing industrial functional plating services that solely enhance and/or protect the base material. While the end product could be aesthetically pleasing, our end goal is not at all related to the appearance, but rather how the part functions and works with other components.
- Category : Benefits of Plating, Services at Sharretts Plating
The Purpose of Gold Plating for Medical Devices
- November 10, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
While there are numerous types of medical devices on the market these days, what many have in common is the need for an application of a protective metal coating during the manufacturing process.
- Category : Benefits of Plating, Gold Plating
Impact of Killer Particles in Automotive Manufacturing & Finishing
- October 27, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Automotive parts cleaning is one of the most crucial steps in the process of vehicle manufacturing. Unfortunately, it often gets overlooked. You should always thoroughly clean car parts before plating them. Vehicle manufacturers protect their cars, vans and trucks from killer particles by plating automotive parts. However, preparing car parts for plating is a crucial […]
- Category : Surface Preparation
Important Metal Finishing Quality Assurance Steps
- October 26, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Perhaps the biggest reason Sharretts Plating Company has managed to remain one of the top metal finishing companies after more than 90 years in business is our unwavering focus on delivering high-quality results for every customer, regardless of project size or scope. Learn about what quality assurance steps we’re taking to ensure you have the best product possible,
- Category : Metal Finishing, Services at Sharretts Plating
Why Metal Finishing Matters in the MedTech Industry
- October 10, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Medical device manufacturers face numerous challenges in their quest to develop the high-quality, top-performing, safe products their specialized client base demands. Metal finishing, the process of altering the surface of a workpiece to enhance its appearance, performance and/or durability, plays a prominent role in most medical device manufacturing operations.
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