Although bare aluminum is not subject to rust, it is still subject to corrosion. When exposed to oxygen, aluminum naturally creates its own barrier from corrosion. However, that natural aluminum oxide layer can be enhanced through different metal finishing techniques, such as chem-film and anodizing....
With so many aerospace companies settling in the Salt Lake City area, it can be difficult for Utah-based surface treatment companies to keep up with demand. But the rapidly growing aerospace industry isn’t going anywhere any time soon, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) may have...
Recently, the California Air Resources Board proposed new regulations regarding the use of chromium plating in the metal finishing industry. In addition to their already strict environmental ordinances, these new guidelines will phase out hard chrome and chromic acid anodizing in the state of California. According...