Metal finishing enhances durability, improves corrosion resistance, and gives finished components a professional look. Whether your parts are anodized, plated, or coated, proper care is essential to ensure their longevity and performance. Here are a few practical tips for maintaining equipment with finished metal parts. Finished...
High-tech electronics power everything from smartphones and medical devices to aerospace control systems and electric vehicles. But in order for these devices to perform reliably, efficiently, and safely, their components need to meet the highest standards. Here’s how metal finishing can transform raw components into...
Industrial environments are demanding and often require metal components to be constantly exposed to extreme conditions. High heat and corrosive elements can weaken or destroy unprotected metals, leading to equipment failure, safety hazards, and costly downtime. For instance, metals like steel, aluminum, and copper are essential...
When it comes to aerospace and defense manufacturing, there’s no room for error. Every single component must meet strict safety and reliability standards. Non-destructive testing (NDT) is a crucial part of ensuring that mechanical parts perform flawlessly and reliably, even under extreme conditions. At CRC Surface...
In aerospace, defense, and manufacturing, the durability of industrial equipment is a key consideration. Corrosion, abrasion, and metal fatigue can cause mechanical failure, leading to costly downtime and repairs. The daily wear on hydraulic, rotating, or high-friction parts can drastically shorten the service life of industrial...
In military and defense applications, every component must meet the highest standards of quality. From vehicles and aircraft to equipment, protecting metal surfaces from damage and corrosion is critical in ensuring their safety. Chemical conversion coatings—also known as chromate conversion or chem-film coatings—play a vital...
When it comes to metal finishing, choosing the right finish is important. The treatment you choose can make a big impact on durability, appearance, corrosion resistance, conductivity, and more. Three of the most common surface treatments are anodizing, electroplating, and powder coating. These finishes are...
Industrial equipment is designed to perform under pressure—but exposure to harsh environments, heavy use, and constant friction can quickly wear down even the toughest machines. Over time, these conditions lead to corrosion, surface degradation, and part failure, all of which drive up maintenance costs. Luckily,...
Industrial equipment can suffer damage from extreme temperatures, moisture, chemicals, and mechanical wear. Over time, these factors contribute to corrosion, surface degradation, and mechanical failure. Here’s how metal finishing can prevent corrosion, enhance durability, and extend the lifespan of industrial equipment. Six Ways Metal Finishing Can...
Corrosion is a significant concern for manufacturers in many industries, from aerospace and defense to automotive and medical. Two of the most common plating methods used for corrosion protection are electroplating and electroless plating. While both processes can enhance durability and performance, they differ significantly...