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Milton Glaser
Milton Glaser
Finishing techniques:
There are various techniques used to apply finishes to most materials types.
This page aims to explore different finishing types for a range of materials. The benifits of applying finishes to metals are as follows:
- Increased durability
- Improved decorative appeal
- Enhanced electrical conductivity
- Higher electrical resistance
- Higher chemical resistance
- Higher tarnish resistance
- Potential for vulcanization
Use the presentation below to find out more about some of the most used finishing techniques for metals:
Types of metal finishing techniques:
- Metal Plating
- Brushed Metal
- Buff Polishing
- Metal Grinding
- Metal Vibratory Finishing
- Sand Blasting
- Powder Coating
- Hot Blackening
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