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Shot Blasting Explained – Definition, Process & More
31. January 2024Shot blasting is one of the most effective surface preparation methods wherein irregularities on the metal’s surface are removed through abrasion. This process is different from sandblasting as shot blasting […]
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What Is Corrosion & the 10 Most Common Types
25. January 2024Corrosion is a destructive phenomenon wherein the surface of the metal deteriorates from chemical or electrochemical reactions. Its pervasive nature impacts virtually all industries – infrastructure, electronics and the automotive […]
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Shot Peening Explained – Definiton, Process & More
11. January 2024Shot peening is a cold working process that alters the mechanical properties on the metal’s surface and creates a compressive residual stress layer. Its primary purpose is to prevent the […]
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Fretting Explained – Definition, How It Works & Prevention
29. November 2023Fretting is a phenomenon that causes damage when metal surfaces come into contact through repeated rubbing or cyclic sliding motion. The friction-induced damage from fretting results in material transfer and […]
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Galvanising Explained – How It Works, Types & More
20. November 2023Galvanisation involves coating iron and steel with a layer of zinc for superior corrosion protection. This plating method has been a cornerstone in industrial applications due to its cost-effectiveness and […]
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Black Oxide Coating – How It Works, Benefits & Types
07. November 2023Black Oxide coating is a type of chemical conversion coating mainly for ferrous metals but the process is adapted for stainless steel, copper, aluminium and zinc. Conversion coatings are different […]
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Fractory Raised 5 Million Euros
07. November 2023Fractory, the Estonian Startup Tech Business Focused on Manufacturing, Raised 4.8 Million Euros With the Help of Strategic Investors The additional capital is used for expansion in existing markets, mainly […]
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Galling – What Is It, How It Works & Prevention
31. October 2023Galling is a phenomenon wherein unexpected adhesion occurs between two metal surfaces in sliding contact, resulting in frictional damage or ultimately seizing. This type of adhesive material wear poses serious […]
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Pickling Explained – Definition, Process & More
28. September 2023Many manufacturing processes leave residues on metal surfaces that must be cleaned before further processing or prior to putting the metal parts into use. These surface impurities can exist in […]
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Passivation Explained – Definition, Process & More
26. September 2023Most industries depend upon the efficient and reliable operation of large-scale material handling systems that manufacture, transport and store different chemicals. These systems require huge amounts of forethought, capital, and […]
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Swiss Machining Explained – What Is a Swiss Lathe?
29. August 2023Swiss machining, also known as Swiss turning, is a high-precision CNC machining process performed on a special type of turning machine designed specifically to produce small and intricate parts. Swiss […]
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Electropolishing Explained – How It Works, Benefits & More
22. August 2023When metallic components come out of manufacturing or fabrication, they generally require some type of surface finishing process to improve their appearance or corrosion resistance properties. Sometimes, these treatments may […]
