Conversion coatings are coating layers applied to the surface of a metal substrate to enhance its appearance and improve physical and chemical properties, such as corrosion resistance and paint ...

A phosphate conversion coating is a type of protective coating that is applied to metal surfaces. The coating is created by a chemical reaction between the metal surface and a phosphoric acid solution ...

A research team at the University of Nevada, Reno has developed a new environmentally-friendly coating for aluminum to replace the carcinogenic chromate coatings used in aerospace applications. The ...

Henkel Technologies' Alodine 5700 treatment is a chromium-free conversion coating designed to treat aluminum and its alloys. It is designed to improve paint adhesion and provide corrosion resistance - ...

Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed ultra-thin biopolymer coatings made from biological ...

Fastener coatings or finishes improve appearance, increase corrosion resistance, and provide lubricity. Electrodeposited coatings: Zinc, cadmium, tin, nickel, and chromium coatings are most common for ...