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Thermal Spraying vs. Hard Chrome Plating

In this article, we make a comparison between thermal spraying and hard chrome plating as industry solutions.

15 Aug 2002

Purecoat - An Optimized Thermal Spray Process

Thermal spraying is not a new method. Developed in 1912 in Switzerland, this method is well-established and extensively used.

16 Aug 2002

A Method for Marking Concrete Reinforcing Bars

Several international standards demand identification marks on concrete reinforcing bars. Marks have to be rolled onto one side of the bar to denote specifications.

19 Aug 2002

Hot Roll Lubrication - A Cost-Cutting Measure

Hot roll lubrication has been known about for a long time and the advantage and value of this method to mill owners and their customers has been demonstrated.

20 Aug 2002

Graphite (C) - Classifications, Properties & Applications

Graphite is a distinct material, displaying properties of both metals and non-metals. It is typically grayish-black in color, opaque, and has a radiant black sheen.

10 Sep 2002

An Introduction to Rapid Prototyping

Rapid Prototyping (RP), also called Solid Freeform Fabrication (SFF), builds intricate shapes through additive processes, creating components without the use of instruments.

11 Sep 2002

Calcium Aluminate Cements - History, Manufacture & Grades

Also known as aluminous cement or high alumina cement (HAC), calcium aluminate cements (CACs) were developed to be impervious to sulfate.

11 Sep 2002

The Phases and Structure of Calcium Aluminate Cements (CACs)

CACs are also known as high-alumina cements (HACs) or aluminous cements, which resulted out of a drive to create cements that are resistant to sulfate.

11 Sep 2002