Metalworking facilities and auto repair shops often have a distinctive aroma of oil . When machines reach high temperatures, there is also a noticeable smoky odor. Any substance you can smell is present in the air and, therefore, can be …

Equipment and machinery cleaning are essential maintenance activities across all industries. These practices extend the lifespan and maximize the uptime of expensive industrial equipment. Companies specializing in industrial cleaning continuously face challenges in selecting the most effective methods and cleaning …

« Mitigating the Effects of Influencing Factors on Plastic Aging » The aging of plastics is a slow process during which irreversible changes occur within the material. Although aging cannot be prevented, appropriate measures can delay it. This requires an …

Steel is found in nearly every aspect of daily life—houses, bridges, tools, and machines. While  it is not a lightweight metal, steel is relatively easy to shape and provides tremendous structural strength. Pure steel, however, cannot be used directly as …

« Passive and Active Corrosion Protection – We explain the differences » Passiver und aktiver Korrosionsschutz umfasst alle technischen Maßnahmen, die dazu dienen, Werkstoffe vor der Zerstörung durch Umgebungseinflüsse zu schützen. Der Sauerstoff und die Feuchtigkeit in der Atmosphäre setzen …

The term “emulsion splitting” encompasses various methods applied in wastewater treatment. Emulsions are mixtures of liquids that do not dissolve into each other. Emulsifiers are necessary to create a stable emulsion. When it becomes necessary to separate the liquids, for …

« How Car Parts from Fenders to Center Consoles Get Their Paint » Painting plastic parts is challenging because plastics repel most liquids and are difficult to wet. In the automotive industry, more frequently, parts are being made from plastic …

« Overview of Phosphating Processes » Phosphating refers to surface treatment processes that create specific protective layers on metal surfaces made of iron, zinc, or manganese. These layers are electrically insulating and contribute to corrosion protection, improved paint adhesion, or …

« How to Prevent Metal Discoloration » Some minerals in nature stand out due to their beautiful, iridescent surface. This effect can also be observed on metal surfaces – which in industrial metal processing is sometimes desired, but in other …

« Proper Disposal of Used Coolants » Metalworking relies heavily on the use of coolants. These cooling lubricants prevent tools from overheating and help remove debris from the work area. Even with proper maintenance, coolants eventually lose their effectiveness and …