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Technical Support
Technical Support is a primary function of the laboratory. The staff routinely processes sample parts for licensees and potential customers. Parts are then analyzed to determine solutions to finishing issues. |
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Chemistry Area
All METALAST Chemistry has been thoroughly tested in the laboratory. In addition, periodic bath analyses are performed as a service for METALAST licensees and other metal finishers. Sulfuric acid and aluminum concentrations are measured to maintain specified bath chemistry.
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The Metal Finishing Line
The most striking feature of our laboratory is the state-of-the-art, automated process line which is controlled by METALAST Process Control Computers and used to develop new techniques for the metal finishing industry.
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Research and Development
A staff of Ph.D. scientists and industry experts are responsible for continuous expansion of the current METALAST technology and general research in finishing processes.
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Command Center
The process line functions are automated by the Process Control Center. Process control facilitates development of methods for producing oxides with superior finish characteristics.
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Finishing Line Capabilities
The 22-tank process line includes: pretreatment, electrolytic color, organic color, seal, tap water rinse, deionized water rinse, and three primary process tanks.
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The Automated Hoist
The METALAST process line features an automatic hoist system that is capable of handling 12 processes simultaneously. |
This concludes this phase of your tour.
