Platinum Vs. Palladium Plating in Medicine
- September 21, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
The biomedical industry uses a range of metal instruments, and in recent years, the prevalence of implantable medical devices has increased dramatically. From joint replacements to pacemakers, implanted medical devices are changing the world of biomedical science. A key part of these implants’ functionality involves metallic plating. The biomedical field widely uses metal coating, and […]
- Category : Metal Finishing, Types of Coating, Types of Metals
Surface Preparation Considerations When Plating onto Plastic
- September 20, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
When most of us think of electroplating, we think of techniques involving the coating of a metal part with another metal material such as gold, nickel, copper or silver. However, it is also possible to plate non-metallic materials to promote electrical conductivity, improve corrosion protection or enhance the aesthetic appeal of the finished part. Plastic […]
- Category : Surface Preparation
Exploring Safer Alternatives to Chrome Plating
- August 11, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Hard chrome plating has been a preferred metal finishing solution since the 1940s — over time it has grown into a $20 billion industry. Chrome’s combination of superior hardness (which easily exceeds that of steel), excellent corrosion protection, abrasion resistance and bright, gleaming finish make chrome plating a top choice for various applications in industries […]
- Category : Blog, Metal Finishing, Types of Coating
Metal Plating on Satellites: The Benefits of Light Reflection
- August 3, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Hundreds of advanced technologies on earth employ metal plating as an integral part of their function, from industrial electronics to automotive machining. Those applications don’t end in the earth’s atmosphere, however. Metal plating has countless applications in spacecraft and satellite design, from electronic satellite components to telescopes. Read on to learn more about how metal […]
- Category : Blog
The Differences Between Barrel and Rack Plating
- June 7, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Choosing the right electroplating method is essential for achieving optimal results and minimizing the risk of damage to the finished product. Two of the most commonly applied processes for plating multiple workpieces are barrel and rack plating. Each offers several advantages, as well as points the plater and customer must consider when determining the most appropriate method for their project.
The Importance of Being a Socially Responsible Metal Finishing Company
- May 11, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
We hear a lot about the need for companies in all industries to become more socially responsible — but what does this really mean? A simple definition of social responsibility is striving to find a balance between increasing revenues and maximizing profits, and engaging in activities that benefit the local community and society in general.
- Category : Evolution of Plating, Plating Process, SPC History, SPC News
How to Work With Your Metal Finishing Services Provider
- March 15, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Electroplating and electroless plating are crucial processes for ensuring a successful outcome in many manufacturing and fabricating operations. Plating provides the essential “finishing touch” that protects the workpiece against destructive forces such as corrosion, extreme temperatures and wear, while also enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Working closely with your plating services provider is key to attaining […]
- Category : Blog, Metal Finishing, Services at Sharretts Plating
What Is Eddy Current Testing?
- March 3, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Eddy current testing is a method of non-destructive testing, or NDT, that utilizes the process of electromagnetic induction for the evaluation and measurement of conductive materials without causing damage. Eddy current testing, or ECT, is used primarily in the detection of surface and sub-surface flaws such as cracks in conductive materials like metal, and it […]
- Category : Blog, Corrosion Testing
Benefits of Gold-Plated Electrical Contacts
- January 24, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
Electrical contacts are those crucial electrical circuit components for controlling the flow of electricity. Typically found in circuit breakers, switches and relays, contacts are made of electrically conductive metal. When two contacts touch, the circuit closes. Conversely, when the contacts are separated by an insulating gap, it interrupts — or opens — the circuit. In […]
- Category : Benefits of Plating, Blog
What Is Selective Plating? The Advantages of Brush Plating
- January 18, 2017
- Sharretts Plating Company
UPDATE: (8/24/2021) SPC no longer offers brush plating services. This blog is for educational purposes only. Please refer to our coatings, base materials, or plating methods pages to learn more about our services. Metal plating has been used for hundreds of years to provide objects and mechanical components with additional and desired properties of a […]
- Category : Benefits of Plating, Blog, Evolution of Plating, Metal Finishing, Plating Process
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