Processes or Coatings

ArmorGalv® is a thermal diffusion galvanizing process which provides heavy-duty corrosion and abrasion protection ensuring product functionality in harsh environments.

Black oxide is a chemical conversion coating applied to metals, primarily ferrous materials, to enhance corrosion resistance, reduce light reflection, and improve aesthetic appeal.

E-Coating serves as a robust primer layer providing exceptional corrosion resistance, or it can function as a durable, standalone final finish.

Electroplating is the process of applying one or more layers of a metal to a part by electrolytically depositing the metal onto the part. The deposited metal protects the base coating form oxidation. It can also add to the decorative appearance of the part.

Is completely chrome-free and applied to protect many types of metallic parts from corrosion protection at low thickness and is specified in many industries.

This is a non-destructive process where a magnetic field is added directly or indirectly to the component and used to test certain metals like nickel, cobalt, iron, and their alloys for shallow surface inconsistencies.

The nickel-phosphorus alloy provides excellent protection against corrosion and wear, enhancing the durability of components.

Powder coating is a durable finishing process that applies a dry powder to metal surfaces, providing a tough and long-lasting protective layer. Can be selected in just about any RAL color available.

Shot peening refers to a process used to create a stress layer on metal parts to increase durability. In this process, small round materials or shot are used to repeatedly strike the surface of the part to increase hardness and strength. Shot can be composed of anything from ceramic or glass to metal.

This involves integrating various parts, such as gull wings, drawbars, or plugs, to create a complete unit.

Dykem stains are industrial marking colors used for quick identification and permanent marking on various component parts, offering resistance to oils and moisture.

Involves using an abrasive wheel to remove material from the ends of the spring, creating a precise, smooth surface that ensures stability and performance. This process is essential for ensuring that springs can stand straight, mate flush with a flat surface, and exert a uniform pressure.

Outside of hardening and tempering, we offer a variety of other heat treatment options to ensure your desired ranges are reached for cycle-life, toughness, and resistance to environmental forces.

Load testing of springs is a critical process that evaluates the mechanical properties of springs under operational conditions. We use Larson, Instron, Microstudies MC54-1000, and Tinius Olsen Scales.

This makes the spring's treated surfaces “passive” or non-reactive to chemical contaminates, providing a robust protective layer against corrosive mediums that would otherwise cause corrosion. Diamond Wire uses a Citric acid to passivation specifications ASTM 967

Presetting is a mechanical force applied to springs that ensures they retain their designed shape and size when subjected to load at solid. We use a Microstudies MC54-1000 Electronic Preset/Load Tester

Stress relieving is a heat treatment process applied to metal springs to eliminate internal stresses that arise during the coiling process, often using a batch or line oven.