Plating

It’s a new year, and the world is certainly ready for some positive changes. While the future is hopeful, many of the economic challenges that started in 2020 are continuing to impact those in the finishing and coating industry in 2021. 

William Nebiolo is a sales engineer and product manager at REM Surface Engineering and is an active member in the NASF, where he has represented the Connecticut chapter as a national delegate and is 2010, 2014, and 2015 recipient of the NASF National Award of Merit. He has published and presented dozens of technical papers and is the author of the SME Mass Finishing Training Book.

The National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) is moving this year's SUR/FIN Show and Manufacturing and Technology Conference to November 2-4, but will stay in Detroit.

J.G. Kern Enterprises is a world-class CNC machining facility in Sterling, Michigan that manufactures close tolerance components for drivetrain and powertrain assemblies, chassis frames, and other components, starting from developmental prototypes to full production runs.

The New England Chapter of the NASF is holding a virtual seminar on March 2 that will feature speakers on RCRA, hazmat, wastewater and cyber security.

From bolts to chassis components and on to engine mounts, automotive vehicles incorporate parts made from a range of different materials which, depending on use, need to satisfy numerous requirements with regard to corrosion protection.

Dörken MKS-Systeme, CD-Color and Protec Systempasten have merged to form a company named Dörken Coatings GmbH & Co. KG. With this change, Doerken Corporation will now operate as Doerken Coatings North America and be responsible for all North American activity.

On January 19, 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of a final compliance guide that outlines which imported articles are covered by EPA’s July 2020 final significant new use rule (SNUR) that prohibits companies from manufacturing, importing, processing, or using certain long-chain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) without prior EPA review and approval. 

Vincent Noonan, CEF, is Vice President Strategic Operations at Sheffield Platers in San Diego, California, where he has been since 2008. Prior to that, Noonan was on the chemical supplier side for almost 20 years.

General Magnaplate has completed an upgrade of its ventilation system at its Arlington, Texas facility.

Wesley Schmitt is the Global OEM Manager at Pavco, a leading developer and supplier of chemistries for the metal finishing industry since 1948.

Pioneer Metal Finishing has acquired Indianhead Plating in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

Miles Chemicals is celebrating its 25^th year in the chemical and metal finishing industry. The company was established in 1996 and is based in Arleta, California.

To create a unified voice for the corrosion control and protective coatings industries, a new association launched today at a global virtual event.

Rick Hunter, owner of A.M. Metal Finishing in Orlando, says he first heard the term ‘fire your customer’ about 10 years ago while on a trip to Europe with fellow anodizers.

The NASF is hosting a web-based “Plating Essentials” course starting March 9.

For those finishers looking for an opportunity to grow their business in a new industry, AutoBeat Editor-In-Chief Gary Vasilash says the future of electric vehicle (EV) products — including battery cells — is growing enormously.

The Michigan Chapter of NASF will be hosting a virtual Government Affairs Update and Outlook on Thursday, January 21 at 2:00 p.m. with the NASF's Christian Richter and Jeff Hannapel.

Properly passivated stainless steel will not plate unless contacted by a plating part or the bath is not properly maintained.