Metallic and Ceramic Coatings
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5 Most Common Types of Metal Coatings that Everyone Should Know About
The 5 most common types of metal coatings that can effectively prolong the service life of many metal assets by preventing corrosion...
Why Monel 400 is So Damn Expensive
Monel 400 remains expensive mainly due to its high nickel content and critical applications in aerospace, petroleum extraction, marine and...
High Pressure Fastener Coating Practices Under Fire: Ian MacMoy Speaks Out
Ian MacMoy, an expert on pressure bolt coatings for aggressive corrosion environments, speaks out against oversizing nut threads to...
Metallizing 101
Metallizing is a general term used to describe the process of applying a metallic coating on the surface of an object. It involves several...
Everything You Wanted to Know About Rhodium: A Platinum Metal Rarity
Rhodium is a precious rare metal, distinguished for its excellent corrosion resistance, high temperature stability, durability and...
Questioning Current Methods in Defining Proper Coating Surface Profile (Part 1)
In light of basic adhesion science, today’s surface profile measurement methods, standards and specifications have unique limitations in...
The Science of Anti-Corrosion Thin Films
Since the early 1900s, thin films have been explored for corrosion protection of metals. Through many decades of development, the thin...
An Intro to the Duplex System for Corrosion Protection
Two systems are better than one. Learn how they're combined to increase a substrate's resistance to corrosion.
Nitriding for Corrosion and Wear Fatigue Resistance
Nitriding, the process of introducing nitrogen into a metal surface, is an excellent method of controlling corrosion, as well as wear and...
What New Materials Science Studies Suggest About Corrosion Control in the Future
New materials science research can ultimately lead to the development of better corrosion analyses, protection methods, and...
6 Things You Need to Know About Platinized Titanium Anodes
Platinized titanium anodes are preferred in impressed current cathodic protection systems exposed to marine environments due to the low...
Coatings Advances: Nanoparticle Technology and Cold Sprays
Multilayer deposition of nano particles, formation of smart coatings and field trials of cold sprays are the significant developments...
Understanding Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals: Why You Should Understand These Key Differences
Ferrous metals contain iron while non-ferrous metals do not. This minor difference, however, gives each type of metal distinct...
IOZ Coating Surface Preparation Is Easier than You Think
From edge treatment to salt removal, the requirements for applying single-coat inorganic zinc silicate (IOZ) coatings are not difficult for...
Pitting Corrosion Prevention: How to Protect and Monitor Metallic Surfaces
Pitting corrosion is a dangerous form of deterioration. It can be prevented by choosing metals with appropriate pitting corrosion...
Understanding Aluminum Corrosion
A look at the chemical nature of aluminum and aluminum corrosion, aluminum oxide film formation, and the uses of aluminum, aluminum oxide...
Top Nano Coatings Developments to Know for Corrosion Protection
Nanotechnology coatings are making their way into many industry sectors including automotive, aviation, maritime and construction. This...
The Advantages of Smart Coatings and Nanotechnology for Corrosion Prevention
Smart coatings powered by nanotechnology are quickly becoming a cost-effective solution that offer unique solutions. In light of these...
The Composition of a Paint Coating
A coating is a substance spread over a surface to provide protection or to serve decorative purposes. Here's an overview of paint coatings,...
