« Processes, Benefits, and Applications in Modern Industry » Work hardening occurs when metallic materials are deformed below their recrystallization temperature. Discover how mechanical properties of metals change during forming processes, which industries benefit from increased material strength, and  the …

Professional surface treatment significantly increases the lifespan of components. The chosen method depends on the base material and the desired effect. Among the most essential techniques in this field are electroplating and anodizing. While both use electricity and can serve …

« Abrasive Wear Causes and Countermeasures » Wear occurs whenever materials degrade through use. Abrasion is a specific form of wear that results from what is known as micro-cutting. High abrasiveness significantly reduces the service life of machine parts, places …

How Does Manganese Phosphating Work? Manganese phosphating is a conversion coating process used primarily on low-alloy ferrous parts. It provides excellent corrosion resistance and reduces friction and wear in sliding or rotating applications. This guide explains how manganese phosphate conversion …

« The Sustainability Assessment System Explained » EcoVadis SAS is a Paris-based company, established in 2007, that operates globally to assess sustainability practices within companies. The outcome is the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating. This rating allows participating companies to precisely determine …

Why Economy, Ecology, and Social Responsibility Must Be Seen as a Unified Whole in Industry In the 1990s, the concept of the “sustainability triangle” gained traction in environmental discussions.  It was particularly influential in the chemical industry, which contributed valuable …

Tube drawing is a critical manufacturing process that creates precise, high-quality metal tubes used in everything from automotive parts to construction materials. The process transforms stock materials into finished tubes with precise dimensions. The starting materials are typically steel hollow …

Coagulants cause coating particles in wastewater to join together into micro-flocs and allow them to be separated during further treatment. Read here about where wastewater is generated during painting processes, how detackification works, what requirements detackification agents must meet, and …

Since the mid-19th century, carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have steadily increased. With industrialization and rising carbon dioxide emissions, concentrations have surged from an average of 280 ppm (parts per million, a unit measuring the concentration of gases in …

« The Importance of Surface Treatment for Equipment Efficiency » In common terminology, the phrase “maintenance and servicing of machinery and equipment” is frequently used. Strictly speaking, servicing is a broader category that includes maintenance. The latter ensures continuous trouble-free …