The Tin Plating Process: A Step-By-Step Guide
- January 23, 2015
- Sharretts Plating Company
Tin has probably been a part of your life since the time you first saw the Tin Man in the Wizard of Oz as a child. Of course, the use of tin extends well beyond the creation of a fictional movie character — it has many practical applications in our daily lives. We’re all familiar […]
- Category : Blog, Plating Process
Copper Plating Troubleshooting Tips
- January 14, 2015
- Sharretts Plating Company
Did you know that copper is used in industrial plating processes with greater frequency than any metal other than nickel? Copper is so popular as an electroplating option because it is relatively inexpensive and is always available in abundance. Because of its natural electrical conductivity, copper is usually the metal of choice in the manufacturing […]
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The Benefits of Electropolishing on Metal Parts
- December 8, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
If you’re a Sharretts Plating Company customer or a regular reader of our newsletter, you know that electroplating is a highly effective metal finishing process. But you might not be as familiar with electropolishing, which is often used for surface improvement on many types of metal parts and components, particularly those made of stainless steel. […]
- Category : Blog, Electropolishing
Corrosion Resistance of Zinc Plating
- December 4, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
UPDATE (4/16/2021): SPC is no longer taking on new business for zinc plating. Please refer to our coatings page to learn about the other coatings we offer. If you’re contemplating the best way to protect metal surfaces against the relentless forces of corrosion, a simple phrase to keep in mind is “think zinc.” When a zinc coating […]
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Steps For Successful Rhodium Plating
- November 11, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
Plating with rhodium is often the preferred choice when improving the appearance of certain metallic objects is desired – particularly white gold jewelry pieces. Rhodium is a precious metal that can also offer excellent protection against the relentless forces of corrosion, which can increase the longevity of the plated object. As with any electroplating process, […]
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5 Unique Electroless Nickel Plating Processes
- October 7, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
Electroless nickel plating can help you keep your industrial machinery running like new for a lot longer, even in harsh environments with acidic conditions, lots of wear-and-tear, or areas where you need to minimize friction because lubrication is difficult or too costly. The best part of electroless nickel plating is that it can be done […]
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Magnesium: The Future of Medical Implants?
- September 16, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
Screw-like pins made from titanium or stainless steel are often inserted into the body to provide stability and aid in the healing of broken bones. The problem with these types of metal implants is that they typically remain inside the body indefinitely, which could lead to health complications down the road. Medical researchers have recently […]
Zinc Plays A Prominent Role In Today’s Automotive Manufacturing Processes
- March 21, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
Whether you’re looking under the hood, inspecting the fuel system or tearing apart the chassis of a modern automobile, you’re likely to find many parts and components that are plated with zinc. In fact, zinc plays a key factor in today’s extended corrosion warranties offered by many leading automotive manufacturers; zinc-coated parts are now able […]
- Category : Benefits of Plating, Blog
Gold Plating In The Medical Field
- February 19, 2014
- Sharretts Plating Company
There’s a saying in the industrial metal plating industry that goes something like this: “When in doubt, use gold.” Gold plating has traditionally been used to produce a glittering finish on fine jewelry, and the electronics industry uses it because of its excellent conductivity and low contact resistance. But while gold’s relatively-high cost and scarcity […]
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Mechanical Deburring And Polishing
- October 24, 2013
- Sharretts Plating Company
Deburring describes the breaking of unwanted sharp edges, or burrs, which develop during the plating process. Deburring is also sometimes necessary to tidy and smooth components before they enter the plating baths. Hand filing was once the only means of deburring plated materials, and it is still used in some circumstances today. Hand filing, however, […]
- Category : Blog, Deburring and Polishing
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