ASTM D3359-23: Tape Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion
Measuring Adhesion and ASTM D3359-23 Adhesion is a strongly desired quality between a coating and a substrate, as it allows the coating to fulfill its […]
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ASTM D4541-22: Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Test
The standard test method covered in ASTM D4541-22: Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers is used for evaluating the pull-off strength […]
ISO 9227:2022 – Salt Spray Tests
The stoic Statue of Liberty was vulnerable to corrosion as a result of its placement in the humid, saline environment of the New York Harbor. […]
ANSI B11.6-2022: Manual Turning Machines (Lathes) Safety
The “mother of all machine tools” is also known as the lathe, the first machine tool which led to the invention of other machine-based tools […]
AGMA 923-C22: Metallurgical Specifications For Gearing
The great Greek mechanic Archimedes invented gears in 300 BCE. The Roman world found plenty of use for gears, especially in heavy duty machines like […]
ISO 5755:2022: Sintered Metal Material
About 97% of the material that enters the powder metallurgy process leaves as part of the final product, which translates to extremely minimal waste and […]
ANSI Z49.1-2021: Safety In Welding
In outer space, metal will automatically mold together as a result of there being no oxidation in the way of the metal molecules. This is […]
ASTM E18-22: Rockwell Hardness Standard Test Methods
Hardness often is attached to a multitude of definitions, including resistance to local penetration, scratching, and abrasion, yet it is not quite a fundamental property […]
Enhancing Metal Parts Through Shot Peening
The subject of “shot peening” might need further explanation beyond a simple mention. Regardless, this cold work process for finishing metal parts owes its success […]
What Makes a Precious Metal?
In the past, we have discussed how the now-omnipresent and affordable aluminum was once more expensive than gold. Treating it as precious and exotic, Emperor Napoleon […]