Electroplating has broad industrial applications, making it one of the most important processes available to manufacturers. Whether the goal is to prevent corrosion or enhance an item’s visual appeal, electroplating, which involves adding a thin layer of metal to another type of metal, makes it possible. Companies use electroplating to reduce friction, conduct electricity, prevent…
Demand for high-strength, low-reactivity materials capable of meeting rigorous performance standards continues to increase. Enhancing base metals with additional elements expands and fine-tunes the final product’s potential applications. Innovations such as stainless steel for medical equipment and Ti-6Al-4V for aerospace applications are just the beginning. One impressive alloying element, which can transform base metals into…
When businesses spend money on maritime equipment, they need to feel protected against the effects of saltwater corrosion. Unfortunately, saltwater contains dissolved ions, or charged particles, involved in metal corrosion. To protect expensive equipment against corrosion, it’s essential to invest in cathodic protection. Understanding the Dangers of Saltwater Corrosion Sodium chloride and other dissolved ions…
When aluminum comes into contact with air, it oxidizes and creates a thin layer of aluminum oxide. Although copper offers a higher level of oxidation resistance, it still reacts with oxygen. The reaction creates copper oxide, which produces a telltale blue-green patina on the metal. In some cases, the oxide layer weakens the underlying metal,…