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In today’s market, automotive manufacturers are striving to increase the longevity of their products. One way that they accomplish this objective is by improving the finish applied to their parts. At DeKalb Metal Finishing, we offer our customers products that increase corrosion protection and functional longevity. Zinc nickel plating is one of the finishes that…
Read MoreIf you want parts to have a beautiful black finish while providing extreme corrosion protection, zinc iron is one of the best plating options you can choose. This process has sacrificial properties which improves metal’s resistance to rust and corrosion. With zinc iron plating providing enhanced protection and many other benefits, who should you go…
Read MoreZinc nickel electroplating is one of the most effective methods for protecting metal. It is particularly popular in the automotive industry. When you choose DeKalb Metal Finishing you are assured of a high quality application using an alkaline electrolyte. New customers have switched to us after having problems in the following areas from other plating…
Read MoreCorrosion Resistance For centuries, industries have exploited the incredible corrosion resistance that zinc and zinc plating provide, especially when applied to iron or steel. It is well known that iron and steel are very strong materials with many uses, but once exposed to the elements, these metals easily rust, corrode and break down. However, adding…
Read MoreFor more than 70 years, DeKalb Metal Finishing has been providing quality electroplating and metal finishing services with a primary focus on the automotive industry. Our processes are reliable and proven. We’re a customer friendly business that works hard to produce high quality products that will keep our customers in business for years to come.…
Read MoreDeKalb Metal Finishing offers a wide range of different types of zinc plating. Included in our product lineup is zinc iron plating. We also offer the option to follow up the plating with trivalent passivates to give the component the required final look. Zinc iron electroplating is most often the choice when strong corrosion resistance…
Read MoreWhen you need objects electroplated, it is best to determine which plating type best meets the requirements of your part. Electroplating companies offer a wide variety of plating types, but the procedure is similar for each. The electroplating process uses an electric current to cover an object in plating material that may be comprised of…
Read MoreLooking for the right plating finish to keep your parts working longer? There are several advantages to using zinc nickel alloy plating. Here at DeKalb Metal Finishing we’ve discovered a proven and reliable process for plating and we’d like to share it with you. Zinc Nickel Alloy Plating Process DeKalb uses zinc nickel alloy electroplating…
Read MoreWhen you need electroplating services, you want to make sure you are working with a company that has years of experience in the industry. You also want to make sure that they can plate products for you in your specified manner. Be sure to select a plating company that uses RoHS compliant electroplating, including environmentally…
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