Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Surface Treatment",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Coating technology protects varied items from
Sheffield Hallam University, which we summarised at the time by saying "Physical vapour deposition (PVD), is a new technology created to put high-quality coatings on parts to protect them from the environment".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Automatic transmission tackles heavy duties from
Zeroshift: "Transmission system will improve fuel economy and refinement, reduce emissions and provide smooth gear changing with zero torque interruption".
In August 2007, we covered the news from Schaeffler (UK)
concerning its Elgoglide bearings
- take a look at Maintenance-free bearings need no lubrication
which says: "The PTFE in the slideway lining ensures functional reliability and enables maintenance-free operation for the life of the part".
Take a look also at the news release from Tapflo (UK), Pump handles low-viscosity liquids,
as well as Coating distribution deal reached from Houghton UK,
and Seal coating maintains performance from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK.
See also:
Video capture device aids cello conservation
(May 2007)
A Moritex endoscopic inspection system was selected to examine a rare early 18th Century cello for possible conservation
Bearings tolerate contaminated lubricants
(May 2007)
Super-TF bearings offer up to 10 times the life of ordinary carburised steel when used with contaminated lubrication
Surface treatment repairs vessel without downtime
(May 2007)
Furmanite was able to restore full structural strength and pressure integrity to a vessel on the Leman Alpha platform with a composite repair
Rack and pinion technology makes a comeback
(May 2007)
Micromech's Alpha gearhead solution combines a rack and pinion with its planetary, allowing feed rates of 60m/min with acceleration rates of 5m/s/s
Drive ring reduces gearbox weight
(April 2007)
Zeroshift's automatic gearbox technology uses a new drive ring system to deliver reductions in cost, weight and packaging volume
Surface treatment blocks rust
(April 2007)
Dri Touch Amber from Birchwood Casey is a colourless, odourless barrier film that blocks rust and corrosion on all metals without affecting part operation
Surface treatment reduces friction
(March 2007)
FriCSo's breakthrough SET technology reduces the friction between moving parts using an innovative polymer-based machining process
Surface treatment companies meet at exhibition
(March 2007)
Enviro Tech Europe Limited will be joined by their specialist partners at the UKs only international exhibition for the product finishing and suface treatment sector in November 2007
Micro hardness measuring systems offer versatility
(December 2006)
The increasingly stringent demands being placed on surface treatment technology has necessitated measuring processes and devices that meet the new requirements
High torque clamping sets provide safety solution
(December 2006)
When a container ship running at 19 knots changes direction, high forces are effective on the entire rudder machine and these can cause critical safety issues
Yearbook updates finishing industries data
(December 2006)
With over 800 updates, the latest edition of the 'Finishing industries yearbook' will be published in December 2007
Bearings survive duties on papermaking machines
(November 2006)
Rolling bearings used in the production of paper have among the toughest lives of bearings used anywhere
Cordless tools combine power and durability
(November 2006)
Cordless impact wrenches feature reverse torque levels of up to 500Nm and a durability three times longer than the competition
Bespoke components come in small volumes
(November 2006)
Lesjofors continues to invest heavily in its strip components division, where it produces bespoke components for a diverse range of industries
Tension control in narrow web labelling machines
(November 2006)
Andantex has launched a new range of EMP brakes equipped with the most comprehensive range of cooling systems - necessary components to achieve higher linear speed
Online tool allows intelligent electroplating
(October 2006)
A new software tool launched by Envirowise will help electroplaters produce detailed cost-benefit analyses for a range of surface treatment systems
Prototyping technology matures to production
(October 2006)
Space Puzzle Molding, the process originally developed for producing prototypes in low quantities, is no longer in its infancy - as illustrated by three automotive examples
Silicone elastomer conference draws wide audience
(September 2006)
Rapra Technology's First International Conference on Silicone Elastomers attracted over 120 delegates from as far away as Australia, Brazil, Russia and the USA
Acquisition adds US dimension to Tantec
(August 2006)
Tantec Group has acquired the electrical surface treatment subsidiary of MKS/Ion Systems, based in Illinois, USA
Corona treatment gets plastic pipes prepared
(August 2006)
Plastic piping has low surface energy, which makes it difficult for inks, coatings and foams to adhere to the surface - a problem that can be solved by corona treatment
New Compact and Multifunction Hydrogen Analyser
(July 2006)
The new MFA-H2 analyser from Witt Gas Techniques is compact, portable, multi functional and designed for use at the gas mixer in non explosive areas within any industry
Maintenance-free roller chains last longer
(July 2006)
Megalife II chains feature improved wear-resistance and durability through the thermochemical treatment of their pins, guaranteeing a long lifespan even at speeds above 3m/s
Diamond-like carbon coatings cut friction losses
(June 2006)
Mark Boghe examines the benefits of low-friction DylynPlus coatings in automotive applications
Mouldmakers sign up for plastics show
(May 2006)
Mouldmakers from the UK and beyond are signing up to exhibit at the Plastics Design and Moulding 2006 event at Telford International Centre from 26th to 28th September
Chinese surface treatment plant nears completion
(April 2006)
Keronite has selected KunShan in JiangSu province as the location for its first surface treatment facility in China
Testing kit checks out surface properties
(March 2006)
A novel testing kit in a handy carrying case can be used for measuring the surface energy of untreated or treated materials
Courses explain thermal spray coating processes
(March 2006)
Two thermal spray educational opportunities will be offered immediately prior to the International Thermal Spray Conference and Exposition (ITSC 2006) in Seattle this May
Ice-based systems set to clean up
(March 2006)
A patented water ice cleaning systems use crystalline ice particles to provide a gentle, nonabrasive yet extremely effective cleaning technique
Computer applications for the global community
(March 2006)
In the 21st century metal processing industries must work more intelligently if they are to survive and to grow, says Jim Marder PhD, ASM Technical Director
Two heads in one corona treating unit
(March 2006)
Corona treating unit is a lightweight machine that makes it possible to connect two treating heads to the same generator, and control them separately
Cambridge firm certified on surface treatment work
(March 2006)
ISO 9001:2000 certification achieved for applying advanced surface treatments using plasma electrolytic oxidation, as well as for the supply of processing plant, equipment and electrolyte products
One-pass enough for corona treating system
(March 2006)
Corona treating system for EPDM profiles makes it possible to treat multiple surfaces and difficult configurations with one-pass coverage, consistency and convenience
Surface treatments prepare tubes for processing
(March 2006)
Tantec has been working with the adhesion problems on catheter tubing for 12 years and is now capable of offering two of the most advanced surface treatment technologies available
Spherical roller bearings have double running life
(March 2006)
Spherical roller bearings claimed to have twice the running life of conventional bearings of the same size, and a maximum limiting running speed that has been improved by up to 20%