Electroplating
A Review of Electroplating Nickel Bath Life Extension, Nickel Recovery and Copper Recovery
Large quantities of hazardous waste, most in aqueous solution or as sludges, are being produced at numerous metal plating and processing facilities...
Powder Coat
TechTalk: Steelhead Technologies Expands Reach with Acquisitions
The metal finishing industry has spent years talking about digital transformation.
Anodizing
Evolution of Theories of Porous Anodic Aluminium Oxide Formation
The growth of porous anodic aluminium oxide (PAAO) films during aluminium anodizing has been extensively investigated, leading to the proposal of...
Liquid Coat
AMPP Relaunches Internal Corrosion Specialist Certification for Advanced Corrosion Professionals
Internal corrosion can create significant risks to asset integrity, personnel safety, environmental protection, and reliable operations, making the...
TechTalk: Wendy Hartley, Graco, on Electrostatic Spray Technology
Paint and coating costs continue to climb while manufacturers face increasing pressure to improve quality, reduce waste, and boost throughput.
Wastewater Treatment
EPA’s 2026 Unified Agenda Includes PFAS Rulemakings
In July, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published the Trump Administration’s 2026 Unified Agenda.
Conversion Coatings
Beyond Time and Temperature: Mastering Chemical Control and Post-Treatment in Conversion Coatings
In metal finishing operations, conversations about process control often begin with two familiar variables: time and temperature.
20 Questions
20 Questions: Wally LaBurn, Alpha Metal Finishing
Wally LaBurn is a Chemical and Environmental Specialist at Alpha Metal Finishing in Dexter, Michigan.
20 Questions with Pinakin Patel, Techevon
Pinakin Patel is President of Techevon, a global metal finishing consultancy that offers a complete product line of colors and chemicals for the...






