WHAT IS ROLL FORMING?

Roll forming is a continuous bending operation typically performed at room temperature in which sheet or coiled metal is plastically deformed along the linear axis. Rolls set in pairs (top and bottom) shape the metal in a series of progressions until the desired cross section is reached. (read more)

Sulfuric anodize, commonly referred to as Type II anodizing, is formed by using an electrolytic solution of sulfuric acid at room temperature. Hardcoat anodize, commonly referred to as Type III anodizing. (read more)

The hardcoat anodize process can be accomplished through Black Fluorocarbon, Silver Impregnate or Anolube III. (read more)

METALAST TCP-HF Anodize Seal is an environmentally friendly, less expensive and superior performing alternative to existing anodize seals including chromic acid, nickel acetate, nickel flouride and even hot water seals. (read more)

Anoplate offers metal finishing services including plating of copper, nickel, chromium, zinc, cadmium and tin, various types of anodizing of light metals, conversion coatings such as passivate and phosphating, dry film lubrication, small lot painting, and vacuum impregnation. (read more)

METALAST AA-200 is a proprietary aluminum anodizing, specialty chemical additive. AA-200 is a combination of organic monomers specially formulated to provide a better quality and more versatile oxide. As supported by documented Technical Specifications, AA-200 provides many performance benefits and unmatched test results which leads to a superior metal finished part (read more)

Sulfuric anodize, commonly referred to as Type II anodizing, is formed by using an electrolytic solution of sulfuric acid at room temperature and a current density of 15 to 22 Amps per square foot. The process will run for 30 to 60 minutes depending on the alloy used. This will produce a generally clear coating, depending on sealing, a minimum of 8µm thick. (read more)

Hardcoat anodize, commonly referred to as Type III anodizing, is formed by using an electrolytic solution of sulfuric acid at approximately 32° F and a current density of 23 to 37 Amps per square foot. The process will run for 20 to 120 minutes depending on the alloy used and desired coating thickness. (read more)

CompCote^TM is a true breakthrough in anodizing technology allowing aluminum to be used in the most demanding of applications. (read more)

Introduction to Thermal Controls. We have been making bimetallic thermal control devices to make and break electrical circuits for almost a half century. Although the technology behind bimetallic thermal controls has remained essentially the same during this time, the manufacturing technology we use to make these devices has taken quantum leaps forward. (read more)