Depending on the application, hard chrome plating or electroless nickel plating adds that special hardening and corrosion resistance automotive piston rods need.
Hard Chrome and Electroless Nickel Plating for Oil and Gas: The Parts That Can’t Afford to Fail
Piston rods go through thousands of cycles per day. Ball valves are constantly exposed to hydrogen sulfide and saltwater.
Hard Chrome Plating and Electroless Nickel Plating for Molds, Dies and Rotary Die Rolls
We find that high volume injection molding that runs abrasive filled resins use hard chrome plating as a solution due to its hardness characteristics while precision tooling with its complex geometry and tight tolerances use the electroless nickel plating.
Steady Growth as Industrial Drives Hard Chrome and Electroless Nickel Plating Demand
chrome and electroless nickel plating demand, expanding across key industrial sectors. For manufacturers and OEMs that depend on corrosion resistant coatings, the data shows a steady growth, especially for those with technical capabilities.
How Electroless Nickel and Hard Chrome Plating Keep Critical Rail Car Components Running
The rail industry operates in some of the most demanding conditions. From extreme weather exposure to the mechanical stress of braking and heavy load-bearing, rail components are expected to perform.
How Hydraulic Cylinder and Piston Rod Repairs Save Operations From Costly Downtime
When a hydraulic cylinder fails mid-operation, everything stops. Industries like mining, construction, and agriculture, that downtime has a price tag most companies can’t afford. The solution isn’t to replace it, instead it is a precise repair process that can return a damaged cylinder or piston rod to full working spec. What is a hydraulic cylinder […]
Electroless Nickel Plating in Food Processing
If you work in food processing, you already know how wash-downs, acidic cleaners, moisture and heat can cause wear and stress on the equipment. Many food processing facilities try to coat the metal, such as stainless steel to extend the life of the equipment. Electroless nickel plating in food processing can help.
EN-CHRO Plating Sets the Standard for Surface Treatment and Cylinder Rod Repair
Surface treatment and cylinder rod repair is part of an important cycle for manufacturers. Manufacturers try to have a cylinder rod working, one on the shelf and one in for repair. But that can’t always work.
Electroless Nickel Plating for Food Processing Equipment: What it Does and Why It Matters
Traditional electroplating uses electrical current to deposit metal onto a surface. The current concentrates at edges and high points, which means those areas get thicker coatings while recesses, threads, and internal channels get less. On a flat bracket, this process will work. However, on a pump housing with tight internal geometry, this is too much of a problem.
Why High Phosphorus Nickel Plating Is the Best Defense Against Corrosion
If you work in an industry where metal components are constantly fighting against harsh chemicals or acidic environments, you’re probably aware of high phosphorus nickel plating as a solution. But what exactly is it, and why does it outperform other surface coating options? Let’s take a further look.
