over traditional PTFE composites including a faster plating rate, greater bath efficiency and utility, and broader applications. Because these new hightemperature lubricants allow for more metal turnovers, companies can now maximize the use of their plating baths and reduce costs. The deposits’ ability to withstand greater direct loading increases their potential range of applications over traditional PTFE composite coatings. Circle 412 on the reader service card
Coating Thickness and Composition Measurement Veeco instruments Plainview, N. Y
method for measuring metal-finishing applications such as Cr/Ni/Fe, Cr/Ni/ Cu/Fe, Zn-Ni/Fe, Ti-Ni/Fe, and all mechanical and precious metal coatings. The system is driven by a full Microsoft Windows application, Xpert for Windows. The new 5300H chamber offers the largest sample positioning available, tube target selection (tungsten or high-performance molybdenum), stepper or closed-loop servo stage positioning, and single or dual monitor set-ups. One or two fully automatic, built-in motorized programmable detector filters are available along with laser-assisted focusing.
Safety Signs are available in two sizes-7 in. X 10 in. and 10 in. X 14 in., and in three different styles-aluminum, plastic, and self-adhesive vinyl. Americraft’s labels are made of selfadhesive vinyl and come in three different sizes: 1.75 in.X 2.5 in., 3.5 in. X 5 in., and 2 in. X 9 in. All of Americraft’s signs and labels are protected with a durable polyester coating for long life.
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Veeco Instruments has introduced the new UPA Technology XRF-5300H, an X-Ray fluorescence (XRF) system for thickness and composition measurement for the product finishing industry. XRF technique is today’s most accurate, repeatable, and reproducible
Safety Signs and Labels Americraff Co. Inc. Palmetto, F/a. Americraft stocks over 300 of the most frequently requested safety messages, all of which are designed to meet OSHA specification. Americraft
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Ultra-LifeTM Platinized Anodes
Our anodes live longer,mote productivelives. Heraeus Engelhard anodes offer some shining features: Extended anode life. Increased production with faster plating speeds. Insoluble platinized titanium or niobium (columbium). 100, 150, 250 microinch thicknesses available. Or we’ll custom-fabricate for your needs. Precious metal plating, high-speed. Industrial and decorative plating. Base metal plating copper-nickel-chrome. Electra winning. We’ll recoat your existing anodes too. For full details on Ultra-LifeTM platinized anodes backed by more than a century of experience in precious metals for industry, write or call: Heraeus Engelhard Electrochemistry Corpdration
2655 Route 22 West, Union, NJ 07083
800/762-2101
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