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Plating: An Excellent Defense Against Corrosion
Anything made from iron or steel is a prime target for the destructive forces of corrosion. Corrosion occurs due to…
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Comparing Electroplating to Vacuum Metallizing
Electroplating is a process that involves depositing a metal coating onto an object’s surface1 via an electrical current. This popular process is utilized…
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The Effects of Periodic Reverse Current in Electroplating
Electroplating is a trusted method for depositing metals onto part surfaces, but it comes in several varieties. Some are better…
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Plating Challenges for Plastic Parts
Plating onto plastic parts is a technique that was pioneered in response to the industrial demands of World War II.1 Now, in the 21st…
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Plating Onto Ceramics vs. Metal
Plating is a process that places a thin layer of metal onto another surface. The other surface can be any…
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Plating on Plastic vs Metal
Plating is the process of joining metal with a conductive surface. This might make you think of the process of jewelry…
Learn moreHeavy Build Plating
If you need thick plating deposits for an upcoming project, SPC can help. We offer extensive heavy build plating capabilities…
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What Does Electroless Nickel Plating Cost?
HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU PAY FOR PLATING? What business isn’t concerned about finding ways to reduce expenses these days? If…
Learn moreElectroless Plating – What You Need to Know
ELECTROLESS PLATING Typically, when you are interested in metal plating for your parts, you will opt for electroplating as the…
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Benefits of Electroplating
EXPLORE THE MANY BENEFITS THAT ELECTROPLATING CAN PROVIDE FOR YOUR BUSINESS Sharretts Plating Company has been providing a wide range…
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WHAT IS ELECTROPLATING?
Electroplating is a popular metal finishing and improving process used in a wide range of industries for various applications. Despite…
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Advantages of 3D Printing in Manufacturing and How Metal Finishing Comes Into Play
Sometimes referred to as additive manufacturing, 3D printing is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry by lowering costs, providing more complex design…
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