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Beginner’s Guide to Tin Plating
When discussing the various metals used for electroplating components, tin is rarely one of the first that comes to mind. Find out how useful tin plating can be in this post.
06 June, 2022Benefits of shot blasting
Shot blasting is an abrasive treatment used to prepare metal substrates prior to finishing.
04 May, 2022How to protect against rust and corrosion
Of the various metal components that we are asked to plate or finish, some of the most common materials are iron and steel.
05 April, 2022Feeling the Heat: The best metal finishes for high temperature applications
One of the most desirable qualities for a metal finish is heat resistance, since so many environments produce excessive amounts of heat, either through friction or energy loss.
25 March, 2022The Uses and Benefits of Zinc Phosphate
With Alocrom 1200 being phased out for environmental reasons, we provide iridite NCP to do a similar job.
26 January, 2022The Importance of Plating to Engineering
So many of the industries that require electroplating solutions involve engineering in some way. Much of the work we perform here at Karas Plating involves plating and finishing components to be used in some sort of engineering project.
06 January, 2022Methods of Electroplating in the Aerospace Industry
The British aerospace industry is a multi-billion pound concern. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, including unmanned aircraft systems, aviation security, airport infrastructure, alternative aviation fuels, rotorcraft, and so much more.
16 December, 2021The Importance of Electroplating in the Rail Industry
Like many industries across the UK, the British rail network depends on electroplating techniques on a day-to-day basis.
11 November, 2021How to Finish Precision Parts
Many industry sectors utilise precision turned parts in their machinery and equipment. These components are usually made to order by precision engineers using incredibly-accurate laser measuring and cutting technology
20 September, 2021Top Plating Solutions for Fasteners
Here at Karas Plating, we have been finishing and plating fasteners of every size and shape for more than 70 years. Our team of professional plating specialists are on hand to assist you in choosing the prefect finish for the job.
17 August, 2021Choosing Iridite NCP over Alocrom 1200
With Alocrom 1200 being phased out for environmental reasons, we provide iridite NCP to do a similar job.
28 June, 2021Applying plating and finishes to stamped metal parts
Many companies use stamped metal parts as part of their manufacturing process. This involves sheets of metal being placed under a cutting press resulting in identical component pieces being made in a single motion.
27 May, 2021The many benefits and applications of industrial silver plating
Industrial silver plating has been conducted since the mid-19th century. There is seemingly no industry sector that does not benefit from this process in some way.
30 April, 2021Benefits of silver plating in the medical industry
The medical industry makes great use of many plating processes for various tools and devices. From electrical contacts in electronic equipment to sterile coatings for surgical implements, the applications are many and varied.
26 April, 2021Beneath the silver lining: preparing your substrate for silver plating
Substrate is the name given to parts and components that clients wish to have silver plated. Literally translated as “lower layer”, substrate is the core material onto which the silver is applied.
30 March, 2021Why silver might be a better plating proposition than other precious metals
Many of the industrial plating techniques we employ at Karas Plating involve the use of precious metals. Gold, copper and silver are among the most popular services we provide to businesses across the UK.
07 March, 2021A Fossil Fuel-Free Future: How Plating Is Used in Solar Panels
Scientists, engineers, and technicians across the world have been working tirelessly for decades to create power generation techniques that utilise renewable energy – sun, wind, water, and so on.
05 February, 2021Think Zinc: the importance of zinc plating in combatting corrosion
As any of our regular customers will be aware, there are many types of electroplating processes available here at Karas Plating. Choosing the right method for your components depends entirely on the qualities you expect from them.
11 January, 2021Tied to the rack or over a barrel? Your choice of plating techniques
When it comes to plating smaller components in bulk orders, there are a couple of options available. By far the most popular are barrel plating and rack plating.
17 December, 2020Clearing your plate: substrate degreasing and cleaning processes
For the most part, the electroplating process is a simple one – particularly if you have more than seventy years of experience to fall back on like the team at Karas Plating.
08 December, 2020A safe place to work: celebrating our ISO:45001 certification
The electroplating industry is a potentially dangerous one. We work with a wide range of hazardous materials including several acids and phosphates.
27 November, 2020A bright idea: the importance of bright tin plating in the electrical industry
Considering the important role they play in power distribution, they are a remarkably simple tool, being little more than strips of copper, aluminium, or brass designed to both conduct and ground electricity.
20 November, 2020The hungry sea: the importance of high build copper plating in the petrochemical industry
Of the many commercial and industrial sectors we supply with high-quality plating solutions, the petrochemical industry presents some of the most unique challenges.
02 November, 2020A coat of arms: the importance of anodising in the defence sector
Considering the important role they play in power distribution, they are a remarkably simple tool, being little more than strips of copper, aluminium, or brass designed to both conduct and ground electricity.
09 October, 2020Resisting rust on the road: the importance of zinc-nickel plating in the automotive industry
Here at Karas Plating, we have a long history of supplying zinc-plated components to the automotive industry. Or, rather – zinc-nickel plated components. As such, we understand they important role they have to play in keeping our cars on the road.
21 September, 2020Delivering high-quality plating solutions to British manufacturers
Considering the important role they play in power distribution, they are a remarkably simple tool, being little more than strips of copper, aluminium, or brass designed to both conduct and ground electricity.
02 September, 2020Heart of gold: the significance of gold plating in the medical industry
Gold plating is an essential part of many medical procedures, such as implants and surgical equipment.
13 August, 2020A silver lining: choosing the best plating method for your busbars
Considering the important role they play in power distribution, they are a remarkably simple tool, being little more than strips of copper, aluminium, or brass designed to both conduct and ground electricity.
02 August, 2020A history of electroplating: from 1970 to the modern day
Our last instalment in the history of electroplating took us from the mid-Victorian era to 1969.
PART 416 July, 2020A history of electroplating: from the 1850s to the Gilded Revival
Join us as we look at the major developments in electroplating, from mid-Victorian England to the 1960s
PART 303 July, 2020A history of electroplating: from the Renaissance to the Victorian Era
Join us as we look at the major developments in electroplating, from the Renaissance to the Victorian Era
PART 219 June, 2020Stepping up to the plate: how we’re doing our part to fight the pandemic
With the current coronavirus pandemic, most businesses and individuals have been affected in some way, be it by the disease itself or the ensuing lockdown.
15 June, 2020A history of electroplating: from Bronze Age to Medieval
Electroplating feels like it should be a modern phenomenon, but nothing could be further from the truth. Explore part 1 of the history of electroplating.
PART 103 June, 2020A brief look at the benefits of plating on to stainless steel
When it comes to plating with nickel, there are two main ways to go about it – electroless and electrolytic. Both methods have their benefits, but which one is right for you?
27 May, 2020Metal surfacing, plating, and finishing in the medical industry
The medical industry makes enormous use out of various metal finishing techniques, and with good reason. After all, medtech companies and manufacturers insist on flawless quality in their machine’s components.
14 April, 2020The causes and cures of metal corrosion: a beginner’s guide
When it comes to plating with nickel, there are two main ways to go about it – electroless and electrolytic. Both methods have their benefits, but which one is right for you?
04 March, 2020Electroless plating vs. electrolytic plating: a beginner’s guide
When it comes to plating with nickel, there are two main ways to go about it – electroless and electrolytic. Both methods have their benefits, but which one is right for you?
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