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Table of Contents
5 Introduction 6 About Foundation Courses
8 Airline & Aerospace
Finishing
12 Aluminum Finishing
14 Chromium Plating for
Engineering Applications
16 Corrosion & Salt Spray
18 Electroforming
20 Electroless Deposition
Electroplating Environmental Stewardship:
22 & Surface Finishing 26 Pollution Prevention
Environmental Stewardship: Industrial & Precious
28 Wastewater Treatment 30 Metals Plating
32 Plating Essentials 34 Zinc & Zinc Alloy Plating
36 Course Calendar & Tuition 38 Registration Policies
39 Custom Course Options FAQs – Center Spread
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Introduction
The National Association for Surface Finishing - NASF - represents the interests
of businesses and professionals throughout the surface coatings industry.
Web-Based Registration
Courses Dates Deadline Member Non-Member
Plating Essentials March 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 Feb. 23 $875 $1,150
NASF’s highly regarded programs and activities reflect its mission to:
Environmental Stewardship
• Pollution
Part-2: Advance an environmentally
Prevention April 6, 7, 13, 14,and economically
20, 21, 27, 28 sustainable
Mar. 23 future
$875 for the
$1,150
Chromiumfinishing
Plating industry.
• Promote
for Engineering the vital role
Applications May 4,of
5, surface technology
11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 in Apr.
the20global manufacturing
$875 $1,150
value &chain.
Electroplating Surface September 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
Finishing Part 1 & 2 (CEF) November 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 Aug. 24 $1,250 $1,650
NASF provides
Electroless a vital
Deposition and active link 5,
October to6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26,AESF
27 Education
Sept. 21 Foundation
$875 is a non-profit
$1,150
companies, professionals and technical experts organization that functions as NASF’s training
* Web-Based Courses take place on pre-determined Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM EST.
through its events, programs, committees and arm. The Foundation’s three core areas are
communications.
Optional ExamsIt serves every specialty - education, research and scholarship.
Member AESF
Non-Member
and every job title – within the surface finishing
Airline & Aerospace Finishing (CAF) Exam
Foundation was formed in 2006 and offers
$150 $250
universe.
Aluminum Finishing Exam
several distinct learning platforms:
$150
Classroom,
$250
Membership
Chromium is open
Plating to
Exam job shop and “captive” Web-based Training, Home
$150
Study and $250
applicators, industrial
Electroplating & Surfaceusers, suppliers
Finishing (CEF) of
Exam
Custom Courses, which are
$150
tailored to the
$250
chemicals, Deposition
Electroless equipmentExam
and services, individual needs of public$150
and private entities.
$250
technologists, researchers
Electroforming Exam and academics. AESF is the gold standard in finishing industry
$150 $250
Plating Essentials Exam
Headquartered in Washington DC, the education, and the exclusive
$150grantor of $250
Industrial & Precious Metals Exam
association conducts a robust advocacy and industry certifications, from basic CEF $250
$150
(Certified
Environmental Stewardship Part-1: Wastewater Treatment Exam
legislative education effort on behalf of the Electroplater Finisher)
$150 to MSF $250
(Master
Environmental Stewardship Part-2: Pollution Prevention Exam
North American surface technology community. Surface Finisher).$150 $250
Corrosion & Salt Spray Exam $150 $250
Zinc & Zinc Alloy Plating Exam $150 $250
For answers to the questions we’re
FAQs asked most often, see center spread.
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About Foundation Courses
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The National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF/AESF Foundation) offers
technical education to advance the science and technology of surface finishing.
Choose from 4 Study Platforms:
Zinc - Zinc Alloy Plating At the conclusion of this course, attendees can
expect to:
The course consists of 10 lessons. Each one • Understand the basic behavior of zinc and zinc alloys
contains a wealth of valuable, practical information. in retarding the onset of corrosion in steel and other
And if you score 70 or above on the optional exam, base metals.
you’ll receive 1 credit toward certification as a • Have knowledge of the metallurgy and basic
chemical principles involved in zinc and zinc
Master Surface Finisher. MSF is the world’s most alloy plating.
respected – and most widely recognized - • Understand how barrel plating is different from
designation
WEB- for finishing industry professionals. rack plating.
HOME
Those passing 6 course exams earn the coveted
BASED • Know the various types of zinc plating solutions and
Web-Based Courses: STUDY Home Study Courses:
MSF designation. be able to distinguish the features of each.
• Foundation courses in a series of web-based sessions • Begin a Home zinc
Study anytime
• Understand alloy platingand at your own
processes, pace
including
• Who Benefits?
Live, online interaction with NASF/AESF Foundation • Hard copy materials
zinc-nickel, include
zinc-cobalt, lessons
tin-zinc, andand homework
tin-zinc-copper,
instructors and other industry
This training program experts for operators
is beneficial their chemical make-up and operational conditions.
• Technical Education Director responds to questions
• and
Sessions take place
supervisors ofon pre-determined
contract Tuesdays
and captive &
shops about material, to
• Be prepared grades, homework
take the and offers
examination, which is part
Wednesdays between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM EST suggestions to improve
of the Foundation MSFwork
certification program.
performing zinc and zinc alloy plating. The course
• Session recordings are available to students for 30-days • Proctored exams at your location are also available
is also
thebeneficial for industry sales personnel.
after original posting date Course Description
Goal: 1. Electroplating Basics for Zinc Platers
The goal of this course is to provide students This lesson provides basic chemical, electrochemical
with information related to the metallurgy and and metallurgical background that will allow the
corrosion behavior of zinc coatings. Students student to make basic calculations of current density
will also learn the differences between the and plating times for both rack and barrel plating of
various zinc plating and zinc alloy plating zinc and zinc alloys.
processes, including potential problems and 2. Introduction-Historical Development
how to prevent and solve them. & Applications of Zinc Coatings
CLASS This lesson provides an introduction to zinc coatings
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Classroom Courses: Custom Courses:
from a historical perspective, followed by a discussion
• Live interaction with instructor in a classroom setting of economics,
• Design corrosion
your course mechanisms,
to meet and methods
your company’s needs
• Instruction takes place over 2-4 days used
• Mix to apply
and matchzinc
110 coatings
available (mechanical plating,
course modules
(add 1 day for optional exam) electroplating, hot dip galvanizing and fake diffusion
• No travel required; we come to you
• Taught in select locations throughout the U.S. processes).
• Host a course at a time of your choosing
Registration is easy – and all online! Help with registration or want more info?
Go to nasf.org/education/course-calendar Contact NASF/AESF Foundation:
202.457.8404 | info@nasf.org
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Zinc - Zinc Alloy Plating
Prerequisites
3. Preparing Parts for Zinc Plating 8. Zinc Alloy Plating Part 2: Zinc-Cobalt
Students
& Post should
Platehave at minimum a high school diploma. Some
Baking experience
This lesson in chemical
provides processing partsand
make-up for
surface finishing
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operational conditions forare
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units cobaltStudents
of measurement are used. plating solutions used inhow
are taught metaltofinishing.
convertSpecial
cleaning, vapor degreasing, soak cleaning, focus is given to the function of and control over
between the two systems of measurement.
electrocleaning, descaling and acid pickling. individual ingredients in each process. Common
4. Cyanide Zinc Plating contaminants and possible methods of removal and
Course Materials
This lesson explores the chemical make-up and treatment are discussed.
operational
Students whoconditions for in
participate theNASF/AESF
cyanide-based zinc
Foundation 9. Zinc
courses will Alloy
receivePlating
a binderPart 3: Zinc-Iron
containing full-color
plating solutions used by the metal finishing industry. This lesson provides chemical make-up and
printed course materials. These materials will be used in conjunction with the instructor’s presentation.
Special focus is given to the function of and control operational conditions for the alkaline and acidic zinc
Students can keep the course materials for independent study and future reference.
over individual ingredients in each process. Common iron plating solutions used in metal finishing. Special
contaminants
Following and methods
each lesson, of removal
a brief review and
quiztreatment
is presented. Thisfocus
helpsis students
given to theidentify
functiontheir
of and control
level of over
are discussed.
understanding of key concepts, and prepare for the optionalindividualassociatedingredients in each process. Common
examination.
5. Alkaline Non-Cyanide Zinc Plating contaminants and methods of removal and treatment
This lesson explores the chemical make-up and are discussed.
operational conditions for the alkaline non-cyanide 10. Chromate Conversion Coatings Over
based zinc plating solutions used in metal finishing. Zinc and Zinc Alloys
Special focus is given to the function of and control This lesson provides chemical make-up and
over individual ingredients in each process. Common operational conditions for hexavalent and trivalent
contaminants and possible methods of removal and chemical conversion coatings for zinc and zinc alloy
treatment are discussed. deposits. A major focus is good operating practices
6. Chloride Zinc Plating that produce the highest level of corrosion resistance.
This lesson provides chemical make-up and
operational conditions for the acid chloride-based
zinc plating solutions used in metal finishing. Special
focus is given to the function of and control over
individual ingredients in each process. Common
contaminants and methods of removal and treatment
are discussed.
7. Zinc Alloy Plating Part 1: Zinc-Nickel
This lesson provides chemical make-up and
operational conditions for the alkaline and acidic zinc
nickel plating solutions used in the metal finishing
industry. Special focus is given to the function of and
control over the individual components of common
contaminants and possible methods of removal
and treatment.
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Airline & Aerospace Finishing Course Description Part 1
The course consists of 21 lessons. Each 1. Electroplating Basics
one contains a wealth of valuable, practical This lesson presents basic chemistry, electrochemistry
information. And if you score 70 or above on and electricity principles. It introduces the student to
the optional exam, you’ll receive 1 credit toward the concepts of atomic structure, valence, atomic and
certification as a Master Surface Finisher. MSF molecular weights, pH, and chemical equations.
is the world’s most respected – and most Students will also learn how to make basic electro-
widely recognized - designation for finishing plating calculations such as plating time, current
industry professionals. Those passing 6 course density, and area of parts.
exams earn the coveted MSF designation. 2. Corrosion of Metals
This lesson provides basic corrosion principles related
Who Benefits? to a variety of corrosion mechanisms, including
This training program is beneficial for chemical attack, galvanic corrosion, stress corrosion
employees and supervisors working for cracking, filiform corrosion, and fretting corrosion. A
Airline/Aerospace OEMs, aircraft rework discussion of the corrosion of commonly employed
facilities, Naval, Army, Marine and Air Force electrodeposits, including cadmium, copper, hard
rework facilities and suppliers to the airline/ chromium and nickel is provided.
aerospace industry. 3. Hydrogen Embrittlement
Goal: This lesson will cover basic principles involved in the
The goal of this course is to provide the creation and elimination of hydrogen embrittlement
student with a broad range of information effects of high strength-low alloy steels. Covered are:
related to metal finishing operations that are • Hydrogen embrittlement mechanism
common in the Airline/Aerospace industry. • Mitigation methods
• Operational conditions that minimize the problem
4. Metals & Alloys Used in Aerospace
Issues related to the types of parts processed and the
types of alloys that they are made from are detailed
here. HSLA Steels, Stainless Steels, Aluminum alloys,
high temperature alloys, titanium and magnesium are
covered. A review of hydrogen embrittlement causes
and remedies is also provided.
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Airline
Plating &
Essentials
Aerospace Finishing
5.3. Chemical
Electroplating
SurfaceEquipment
Preparation 6. Preparing
- Silver StrikeParts for Plating
of Substrates for Plating
Students become familiar with the equipment that 6. Mechanical Surface
This lesson provides Preparation
a basic understanding of
Inmakes
this lesson, students
up a plating linewill
andlearn variousplating
individual methods of
tanks primary
This lessonmethods
covers employed
mechanical to means
prepareofparts for
preparing
cleaning
and theirparts prior The
function. to plating and other
importance finishing
of the proper use plating.
parts for Included in this lesson
surface finishing. are soak
Included are: cleaning,
processes.
and maintenance of each of the following equipment • electrocleaning, acid pickling, etching and descaling.
Dry Abrasive Blasting
Included are:
is detailed: Why these operations are critical to the quality of the
- Aluminum Oxide
• Vapor Degreasing plated parts is the main focus of this lesson.
• Plating Lines - Glass Beads
• Acid Pickling & Etching 7. Popular Plating Processes
• Plating Tanks - Plastic Media
- Sulfuric Acid (70% v/v)
• Anodes • Students are (Vapor
Vapor Blast provided with operational information
Honing)
- Sulfuric-Hydrofluoric Acid Immersion
• Rectifiers andEtch
Electrical Connections • on common plating processes,
Pumice/Scotch-Brite including zinc, zinc
- Hand Scrub
or Anodic
alloy, decorative nickel, functional nickel, decorative
• -Heating & Cooling Acid Immersion or Anodic Etch
Nitric-Hydrofluoric 7. Masking Techniques
chromium, hard chromium, copper and silver plating.
• -Filtration & Agitation
Hydrochloric Acid This lesson covers methods employed for selective
• (Immersion/
Air HandlingElectrolytic
& Exhaust Treatments) 8. plating.
Common Plating
Included are: Defects
- Chromic Acid (Reverse Etch) • This
Lacquers
lesson focuses on the causes, effects and
4. •Rack & Electrocleaning
Alkaline Barrel Plating • prevention
Waxes of contamination of the plating solutions
(Immersion/Anodic/Periodic
The basic construction of a Reverse Treatments)
plating rack and the • covered
Tapes in lesson 7.
• importance
PreparationofMethods
each feature
for: is a focus of this lesson. • Hot Melts
9. Stripping
The importance of proper racking methods and the
- Steel • Proprietary Films
This lesson focuses on best operating practices for
care and maintenance
- Stainless Steels of plating racks is also covered. • Plated metal or Anodic Films
conducting stripping operations.
The
- High Strength Steelsrobbers is another focus of
use of shields and • Permanent Masking methods
this lesson.
- Bronze
- Nickel-based
The constructionSuper Alloysbarrel and the
of a plating
- Chromium-plated
importance of properSurfaces
barrel loading, care and
- Nickel-plated
maintenance Surfaces
of barrels are discussed.
- Aluminum
5. •Types of Plated Parts
Strike Solutions
Why certain metals or parts require special attention
- Woods Nickel Chloride Strike
and processing is the main focus of this lesson. Also
- Sulfamate Nickel Chloride Strike
covered are common plating problems posed by parts
- Copper Cyanide Strike
made of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, zinc and
copper and its alloys.
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8. Quality Conformance Testing 9. Plating Solution Maintenance
This lesson covers the most common QA/QC tests This lesson details the most common methods of
used in aerospace: maintaining and purifying electroplating solutions,
• Hydrogen Embrittlement Testing including:
- Tensile • Filtration
- Step • Carbon Treatment
- Lawrence Gauge • Chemical Additions
• Adhesion • Solution Analysis
• Salt Spray • Electrolytic Treatments
• Hull Cell 10. Chem Film
• Surface Tension Measurements This lesson provides guidance for processing parts
• Plating Thickness to achieve a high-quality chem film coating on these
• Copper Sulfate Testing for Passivation substrates:
• Stress Tests • Aluminum Alloys
• Hardness • Magnesium Alloys
• Ductility • Cadmium Alloys
• Porosity 11. Zinc and Manganese Phosphating
• Cleanliness This lesson provides operational and trouble-shooting
• Surface Temper Inspection guidance for zinc and manganese phosphate coatings
- Nital Etch applied in the aerospace industry.
- Ammonium Persulfate Etch
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Course Description Part 2
12. LHE Zinc-Nickel Alloy Plating 18. Electroless Nickel Deposition
This lesson provides chemistry, operation and This lesson provides the chemistry, operational
troubleshooting guidance for the zinc-nickel plating conditions, purification and troubleshooting of
process designated by Boeing as an alternative to the electroless nickel plating processes used in
low embrittlement cadmium plating process. aerospace finishing.
13. Cadmium Ti-Cad and Nickel-Cad 19. Brush Plating
se o tn s This lesson will provide operational guidance for
This lesson explores the chemistry, operational obtaining sound plated deposits on selected areas of a
conditions, purification and troubleshooting of cyanide part by using brush plating methods.
cadmium plating processes used in aerospace 20. Stripping
finishing. This lesson covers the chemistry and operational
14. Copper & Silver Plating conditions used in stripping typical aerospace
This lesson will provide the chemistry, operational coatings.
conditions, purification and troubleshooting of cyanide 21. Thermal Spray & PVD
copper and cyanide silver plating processes as used This lesson will provide basic information on the most
in aerospace finishing. Also included is guidance on common alternatives to electroplating:
operating strike solutions. • HVOF Spray
15. Sulfamate & Nickel Strike Plating • Vacuum Deposition
This lesson provides the chemistry, operational
conditions, purification and troubleshooting of
sulfamate nickel plating processes as used in
aerospace finishing. Also included is guidance on
operating nickel strike solutions.
16. Hard Chromium Plating
This lesson covers the chemistry, operational
conditions, purification and troubleshooting of
commonly used hard chromium plating processes.
17. Anodizing Aluminum
This lesson covers the major anodizing processes
used in aerospace, including Type I Chromic, Type II
Sulfuric, Type III Hardcoat and alternates to chromic
such as thin film Sulfuric Type IIB, and Sulfuric-boric
Type IC. Solution chemistries, best operational
practices and control practices are covered.
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2. Mechanical Finishing of Aluminum
Aluminum Finishing This lesson covers mechanical means of finishing
The course consists of 11 lessons. Each one aluminum parts, including grinding, polishing, buffing,
contains a wealth of valuable, practical information. vibratory finishing, shot peening and blasting. The
And if you score 70 or above on the optional differences between various polishing compounds and
exam, you’ll receive 1 credit toward certification as media are provided along with a basic understanding
a Master Surface Finisher. MSF is the world’s most of the differences between polishing hardware.
respected – and most widely recognized - 3. Preparing Aluminum for Anodizing
designation for finishing industry professionals. and Plating
Those passing 6 course exams earn the coveted This lesson details the steps used to prepare aluminum
MSF designation. for anodizing or chem film (chromate) conversion coating.
Cleaning via ultrasonic, chemical soak, and electro-
Who Benefits? cleaning is discussed. Special attention is given to
This training program is beneficial for employees the use of deoxidizing solutions and various acid dip
and supervisors who work in captives or job mixtures. Newer technologies such as the use of
shops that apply anodizing and other finishing biological cleaners are also discussed. A significant
processes to aluminum. amount of material on the zincate process for plating
Goal: on aluminum is included in this lesson.
The goal of this course is to provide the 4. Aluminum Bright Dips and
student with a broad range of information Electropolishing
related to metal finishing processes that are This lesson covers the various solutions and methods
used on aluminum. used to brighten the surface of aluminum prior
to finishing. Included is a discussion of electropolishing
equipment and phosphoric-sulfuric electropolishing
Course Description solutions. The section on bright dipping covers
1. The Metallurgy of Aluminum equipment solutions and process troubleshooting.
This lesson covers the basic properties of aluminum, 5. Etching and Chemical Milling
also the methods used to produce parts from of Aluminum
aluminum, and their impact on finishing. In this lesson, students will be provided with an overview
Students will learn about forging, die casting, stamping, of the various methods of etching and chemical milling
extruding and drawing of aluminum. Also covered is the of aluminum using alkaline and acidic solutions, with
subject of alloying elements and their impact on the emphasis on the use of sodium hydroxide.
surface finish following anodizing. The differences Operational conditions that affect etching and milling
between 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000 and rates and the ultimate dimensions of the parts are
7000 series alloys are detailed. provided. The hazardous nature of the etching process
is discussed, with an example of a hydrogen explosion
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Aluminum Treatment
Wastewater Finishing
is discussed, with an example of a hydrogen explosion 9. Hardcoat & Alternate
detail, along with use of rinsing technologies that 8. Suspended Solids Separation
related to an etching process at a European anodizing Anodizing Solutions
reduce water usage, making wastewater treatment This lesson discusses flocculation, clarification, sludge
facility. This lesson will detail the most common methods for
systems more effective. Mass and flow balances are thickening, and filtration of chemically treated
6. Equipment Requirements for Anodizing obtaining MIL-A 8625 Type III coatings. Included are
also briefly described. wastewater. Gravity and parallel plate/tube type
This lesson covers design issues related to the the Martin, MAE, Hardas, Sanford and Metalast hard
clarifier design and operational parameters are
4. Introduction
individual components to Wastewater
of an anodizing Treatment
process, coating processes. A discussion of operational
discussed along with newer technologies such as
This lesson
including provides
tanks, information
rectification, on operations
cathodes, filtration,and parameters affecting wear resistance is provided. The
microfiltration and ion exchange systems. Sludge
devices
racking, that are crucial
agitation to successful
systems, wastewater
and process ventilation. A Taber abrasion resistance test is also discussed, along
drying and polishing systems employed after
treatment, including pH control, ORP control,
brief discussion of coil anodizing and brush anodizingmixing, with a brief discussion of alternate hardcoat anodizing
clarification are also covered.
retention times
is also part andlesson.
of this chemical feed rates. A discussion solutions.
7. of regulations and upset response is also provided.
Sulfuric Acid Anodizing of Aluminum 10. Anodizing
9. Carbon Aluminum
Treatment in Chromic Acid
of Wastewater
Calculation of retention times, use of coagulants and
This lesson covers the MIL-A 8625 Type II anodizing
andlesson
This Alternate Solutions
details the use of carbon to remove
flocculants and flow equalization are also covered. This lesson
organics details
from the MIL-A
wastewater that8625 Type I (chromic
is destined to be
process. Solution make-up and operational conditions
acid), LC (sulfuric-boric acid) and LLB (thin
recycled back to the plating process. Guidance film sulfuric
as to
including the role of impurities are discussed in detail.
5. Process Instrumentation acid) anodizing
source of carbon, processes.
powderedSolution make-up,
vs. granular, and
Common problems with the process and possible
This lesson operational for
equipment conditions and acarbon
flow-through discussion of theofrole of
treatment
solutions arecovers the instrumentation measure and
also provided.
control used in wastewater treatment. ORP, pH, flow impurities are
wastewater is included,
provided. along with the different results
A brief discussion on methods used to measure and obtained from various alloys.
rate, and conductivity measurement/control are
monitor anodic thickness and coatings weight is also 10. Treatments for Oily Wastewater
covered in detail. Also discussed are chemical
covered. A section on “keys to successful bright
11. Conversion Coatings on Aluminum
This lesson provides the generally available options for
metering pumps and methods of reagent addition. This lesson provides operational and troubleshooting
anodizing” may be of special use to decorative removing oily waste from wastewater. The lesson
guidance for processes that produce chromate type
anodizing facilities.
6. REDOX Treatments focuses on coalescing filters, dissolved air flotation,
(Alodine® and Iridite®) films on aluminum. Solution
8. Coloring and Sealing
This lesson provides detailed guidance for the most membrane-based systems, lipophilic filtration and
makeup and operational conditions for maximizing
of Anodized
common methodsAluminum
of chemically treating wastes chemical treatment followed by gravity separation.
results are provided. Discussion of the causes of salt
This lessoncyanide
containing providesorguidance
chromiumfor(+6).
coloring
Batchanodic
and flow spray failures, European WEEE and RoHS initiatives
coatingstreatments
through using immersion dye, electrolytic
are discussed. Cyanidemethods
treatment and non-chromated conversion coatings
andalkaline
via integralchlorination
(two-step) color anodizing.
is a major focus Operational
of this lesson; are explored.
conditionsisforalso
ozonation obtaining
covered.theChromium
best results are provided
reduction via
as well as a discussion of the merits of each
reaction with a broad range of reagents is another technique.
focus of thisalso
The lesson lesson.
provides descriptions of the most
popular methods of sealing anodic coatings, including
7. Alternate Treatments
nickel acetate, hot water and dichromate sealing, low
This lesson covers the treatment of difficult-to-treat
temperature sealing and two-step sealing. A discussion
wastewater, such as chelated wastes. Treatments
of seal quality tests is also provided.
using ferrous sulfide, DTC, starch xanthate, bisulfites
Decorative
and anodizers
other strong will find
reducers theas“keys
such to successful
borohydride are
dyeing” and “keys to successful nickel
covered. A special focus is given to treatmentsalt sealing”
sections very
protocols useful in focusing
for electroless on the
nickel and most important
electroless copper
operational variables in
rinses and spent solutions.a dye tank.
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STUDY
Chromium Plating
Environmental Stewardship: • Know the types of analytical procedures employed
to monitor the hard chromium plating process.
for Engineering
Pollution Prevention Applications • Be able to identify the causes of common plating
(Hard
The courseChrome)
consists of 10 lessons. Each At related
the conclusion of this
problems and theircourse,
solutions.attendees can
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• Be prepared to take the examination which is part of
information. And ifofyou score 70 or above on the the Foundation
• Understand the MSF
best Certification Program.
operating practices employed
contains a wealth valuable, practical
in metal finishing operations.
optional exam,
information. Andyou’ll receive
if you score170 credit toward
or above on the
certification
optional exam,as ayou’ll
Master Surface
receive Finisher.
1 credit MSF is
toward Course
used for Description
• Be able to better understand and specify equipment
pollution prevention and recycle.
the world’s most
certification respected
as a Master – andFinisher.
Surface most widely
MSF is
recognized - designation for–finishing industry 1. •Chemistry
Know the basics
for ofHard
ion exchange,
Chromiumelectrolytic,
Platers
the world’s most respected and most widely evaporative, membrane technologies used for the
This lessonand covers the basic chemistry chemicals.
principles
professionals. Those passing
recognized - designation 6 courseindustry
for finishing exams recovery recycling of processing
needed to better understand the plating process. The
earn the coveted
professionals. MSFpassing
Those designation.
6 course exams • Be aware of methods for reducing pollution from
lesson
platingbegins with the processes.
and stripping structure of an atom and builds
earn
Whothe coveted
Benefits? MSF designation.
•upon
Know that
thebasic
typesinformation
of recycle to
andyield an understanding
recovery technologies
Who Benefits?
This training program is beneficial for operators ofused
chemical reactions
in aluminum as theyprocesses.
finishing may be employed to
and
This supervisors of contract
training program and captive
is beneficial for shops •process
Be aware parts for plating, the
of alternatives thatplating
may be process
employeditself,
to
performing metal finishing operations such as eliminate the need for electroplating.
and post-plating processes as well.
operators and supervisors of job shops and
• Be prepared to take the examination which is part of
electroplating
captive shops and anodizing.
performing The
hard course can
chromium 2. Electricity for Hard Chromium Platers
the Foundation MSF certification program.
also benefit
plating sales personnel
operations on a varietywho work for
of substrates. This lesson discusses basic principles in electricity,
manufacturers
The course canoralso service companies
benefit in the
sales personnel beginning with Ohm’s Law. Basic rectification
pollution
who workcontrol industry.
for suppliers of hard chromium,
Course Description
principles, how ammeters and voltmeters work, and
how current is distributed over a part are important
and
Goal:equipment. 1. Best Operating Practices
concepts delivered by this lesson. A special focus is
This lesson covers operational practices that can
The goal
At the of this course
conclusion of thisiscourse,
to provide the
attendees given to the use of shields, robbers, bipolar anodes
have a significant impact on the generation of waste.
student
can expectwithto:a broad range of information and auxiliary anodes as a means of more evenly
Topics include: analytical control of solutions, filtration
related to methods of preventing pollution by distributing current.
• Have a basic understanding of chemical and design, anode bagging, drag-out reduction methods,
employing good operating practices,
to hard recycling
electrical principles as they relate 3. Electrochemistry for Hard
ventilation designs that minimize energy loss, good
or substitution.
chromium plating.
Chromium Platers
rinse designs, minimizing drag out in barrel plating
• Be able to apply Faraday’s law in calculating the This good
lessonhousekeeping.
begins with Faraday’s Law and shows how
and
time required to obtain a target thickness of
it can be used to predict plating time. The lesson then
chromium plate. 2. Pollution Prevention
goes on to the Electromotive Force Series, how the
• Know the basics of the chromium plating process, for Acids and Cleaners
including equipment, operational conditions and corrosion behavior of metals can be predicted, and
This lesson discusses means by which the metal
the role of impurities. how the EMF series can explain processes such as
finisher can increase the life of acids and cleaners.
• Be aware of methods for reducing contamination zincating of aluminum prior to chromium plating. The
Topics include low emission vapor degreasers,
from the plating process. concepts of polarization in plating and factors affecting
deposit structure are also covered.
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Chromium Plating for
Engineering Applications (Hard Chrome)
4. Equipment for Hard Chromium Plating 8. Basic Chromium Plating Principles
This lesson provides information on the equipment This lesson discusses the three major types of hard
used for hard chromium plating, including tanks, bus chromium plating processes (conventional, fluoride
bars, racks, rectifiers, agitation systems, process and non-fluoride mixed catalyst baths).
heating/ cooling and anodes. A special focus is placed Chemical make-up and operational conditions for
on anode condition and maintenance, along with each process are provided. The lesson also focuses
proper ventilation practices and emission controls. on the mechanism of deposition of hard chromium
5. Masking Techniques and how various structures are obtained (thin-dense,
This lesson covers the various methods employed to for example). Another special focus is hydrogen
selectively plate chromium. Masking methods such as embrittlement, its causes and cures.
stop-off lacquer, waxes, tapes, permanent masks, and 9. Analysis & Control of Chromium
high temperature melts and solvent-based commercial Plating Solutions
dip maskants are described and discussed, along with This lesson will provide guidance on analytical proce-
the advantages and disadvantages of each. A brief dures that are used to determine the concentration of
discussion on use of conforming anode-mask the main ingredients and impurities in hard chromium
combinations and out-of-tank plating as a way to plating solutions. It also shows how to calculate
minimize masking is also provided. chemical additions to the process and how surface
6. Mechanical Surface Preparation tension can be measured. Another focus is Hull Cell
This lesson covers physical methods used to prepare testing and hardness measurement.
a surface for plating, including wet and dry blasting, o eshoot n fi t on o
grinding, polishing, shot peening, and honing. A brief Chromium Plating Solutions
discussion on methods used to repair damaged This lesson describes the most common hard
surfaces prior to plating (dot welding, heavy nickel chromium plating defects, their potential causes and
build-up) is also provided. possible solutions.
7. Chemical Surface Preparation
This lesson covers the chemical methods used to
prepare a surface for plating, including the role of
alkaline cleaners, zincating of aluminum, and reverse
etching methods of various metallic substrates, such
as copper, steel, tool steel, stainless steel, electroless
nickel, parts that have been chromium plated, and
cast iron.
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7. Hull Cell and Other Test Cells Course Description
Corrosion & Salt Spray
This lesson provides information on the use of the Hull
At the conclusion Partattendees
of this course, 2 can
TheCell
course consists of
to troubleshoot and 7 maintain
lessons.aEachplatingone
process. 12.expect to:
Zinc Plating
contains
Examples a wealth of valuable,
of plating problems practical
detected by information.
the cell are •This lesson provides
Understand chemicalmechanisms
basic corrosion make-up andinvolved
Andgiven,
if youalong
score 70a or above on the optional exam, in accelerated
operational corrosion
conditions tests.
for the main zinc plating
with demonstration of how the cell
you’ll receive
plated after1a credit
specifictoward
treatmentcertification
was applied.as The
a •solutions
Understand
usedthe levels finishing:
in metal of corrosion protection
alkaline non-cyanide,
afforded by commonly applied electroplated
Master
lessonSurface Finisher.
also covers otherMSF is the
test cells world’s
such as themost
Lu Cell, acid chloride and cyanide. Special focus is given to
deposits.
respected
the Gornall– and
Cell,most widelyCell
the Haring recognized - Cell.
and the Jiggle the function of and control over individual ingredients
• Understand equipment used for salt spray and
designation in each process. Common contaminants and methods
8. Rinsingfor finishing industry professionals. other accelerated corrosion tests, along with best
Those ofoperating
removal and treatment are discussed for each
practices.
Thispassing 6 courseand
lesson discusses exams earncalculation
provides the coveted
MSF designation.
methods for conserving water without compromising •process.
Know how to properly prepare test specimens for
accelerated corrosion
13. Chromates, test exposure.
Phosphates & Black Oxide
process quality, including the use of counterflow
Who Benefits?
rinses, spray rinses, multiple use rinses, and drag-out
•This
Have a basic
lesson understanding
covers of the differences
chemical make-up and operational
This training program is beneficial for operators between the common alternative accelerated
rinses. The lesson also discusses measurement of conditions for conversion coatings including
corrosion tests such as CASS, Corrodkote, Acetic
ofrinse
accelerated corrosion
quality using tests
conductivity and supervisors
devices. chromates, phosphatestests.
Acid and Kesternich and black oxide. Conversion
of metal finishing shops and captive shops that •coatings
Be ableover platedand
to identify metals and the
correct aluminum are
most commonly
t t on fi t on
have in-house corrosion testing capability or covered. The section
encountered causeson ofphosphating includes iron,
salt spray failures.
of Surface Finishing Solutions
that outsource testing to outside laboratories.
This lesson focuses on maintaining a metal finishing
• Be prepared to take the examination, whichthe
zinc and manganese phosphate processes; black
is part
The course is also beneficial to sales personnel of the
oxide Foundation
section coversMSF certification
the most common program.
coatings for
process through proper filtration techniques, carbon
serving the metal finishing industry, as it covers steel. Equipment issues are covered in all subjects.
treatment, and electrolytic purification.
valuable information about the corrosion Course
14. Copper Description
Plating
10. Preparing Metals for Plating
resistance of various coatings. 1. Corrosion Principles,
This lesson provides chemical Tests & Design
make-up and
This lesson will provide guidance on preparing steel,
Goal:
stainless steel, copper, zinc, and aluminum alloy
for Corrosion Protection Part 1 plating
operational conditions for the main copper
solutions
This lessonused by the
begins by metal finishing
identifying industry:
the most alkaline
common
The goal offorthis
substrates course
plating. is to provide
Ultrasonic cleaning,the
vapor
non-cyanide, for
mechanisms acid sulfate
the onsetand cyanide. Special
of corrosion. focus is
The lesson
degreasing,
student withsoak cleaning,knowledge
a general electrocleaning, descaling
of common
givendescribes
then to the function of and control over individual
the galvanic/Electromotive Force
and acid pickling are covered.
corrosion mechanisms, how they are A special focus is given
ingredients in each process. Common contaminants
Series of metals and how they apply to corrosion of
to the zincating
employed of aluminum corrosion
in accelerated alloys. tests, and and possible
plated methods
parts. The of removal
concept and corrosion
of galvanic treatmentcells
are
11.best
Testing of Plated
operating Deposits
practices for conducting discussed
is for each process.
further developed to include stressed metal
accelerated corrosion
This lesson describes thetesting.
common quality tests used corrosionPlating
mechanisms. Students are taught how
15. Nickel
on plated and anodic coatings. Include are tests for these mechanisms
This lesson providesare incorporated
chemical intoand
make-up accelerated
thickness, adhesion, accelerated corrosion, hardness, corrosion
operationaltest chambers.
conditions for How various
the Watts coatings
nickel may
plating
residual stress, ductility, wear, surface roughness and or
solution. Special focus is given to the function of isand
may not afford sacrificial corrosion protection
hydrogen embrittlement. a main focus of this lesson.
control over individual ingredients. Common
contaminants and possible methods of removal and
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Corrosion & Salt Spray
2. Corrosion Principles, Tests & Design 6. Alternate Accelerated Corrosion Tests
for Corrosion Protection Part 2 This lesson provides basic information on other
In part 2 of this lesson, differential oxygen accelerated corrosion tests, including CASS,
concentration corrosion, fretting corrosion, and stress Corrodkote, Acetic Acid, and Kesternich tests,
corrosion cracking are covered. A secondary focus of with a special focus on the increasingly popular
this lesson is the design factors that go into a part that CASS (Copper Accelerated Slat Spray) test. An
successfully resists (or fails) corrosion tests. The important part of this lesson is how to conduct a
lesson also covers ASTM B456 requirements for corrosivity test on a CASS test chamber. Equipment
electroplated copper-nickel-chromium deposits. and operational differences between the alternate
3. Equipment for Salt Spray Testing and the salt spray test are also given.
This lesson provides equipment guidelines for 7. Salt Spray Failures
conducting accelerated corrosion testing with a focus The salt spray test may indicate a coating failure,
on the salt spray test. Each major component, from even when the coating has been properly applied.
the cabinet to the spray nozzle is described in detail This is most commonly found on aluminum test
along with the differences in design between various panels that have been conversion coated and on
suppliers. boric sulfuric anodized aluminum test panels
4. Salt Spray Cabinet Maintenance processed per aerospace specifications.
& Operation This lesson explores the potential causes of failures
This lesson provides a detailed look at operational including problems in conducting the test, problems
conditions that can affect test results. Special with the test panels and problems on the processing
attention is given to monitoring chamber conditions lines. The lesson focuses heavily on operational
and recordkeeping. conditions that can easily be overlooked—wrong
5. Preparing, Exposing & Evaluating Parts exposure angle, for example.
This lesson explores the most often mentioned
question regarding salt spray testing; “how should
parts be masked, exposed and evaluated?” Numerous
examples are provided. Students are also taught how
to handle parts before and after testing, and how to
recognize surface corrosion.
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Electroplating
Electroforming The lessons in this course will prepare students
At the conclusion of this course, attendees can
for a certification examination and the opportu-
& Surface
The Finishing
course consists of 8 lessons. Each one expect to:
contains a wealth of valuable, practical information. nity to demonstrate their knowledge of electro-
The course consists of 21 lessons. Each one • Understand basic chemical and electrical principles
And if you score 70 or above on the optional exam, forming
as theymethods, techniques anodizing
relate to electroplating, and processes.
and
contains a wealth of valuable, practical information.
you’ll At conversion
the conclusion of this course, attendees can
coating.
And ifreceive 1 credit
you score 70 ortoward
abovecertification as a
on the optional
Master Surface Finisher. MSF toward
is the world’s most as expect to to
• Be able learn:
apply Faraday’s law in calculating the time
exam, you’ll receive 1 credit certification required to obtain a target thickness of plated deposit.
respected – and most
a Master Surface widelyMSF
Finisher. recognized -
is the world’s most • Objectives and limitations of the electroforming
• Know the cleaning and preparation processes for the
process.
designation for finishing industry
respected – and most widely recognized -professionals. electroplating of common base metals.
• The relationship between electrochemical principles
Those passing
designation for6finishing
course exams
industryearn the coveted
professionals. • Understand common methods of transporting parts
and electroforming.
MSF
Thosedesignation.
passing 6 course exams earn the coveted through an electroplating process, including barrel,
• Operational conditionsstrip/reel-to-reel;
rack, and continuous for nickel electroforming
also vibratory
MSF designation. solutions.
Who Benefits? technologies.
•• Operational conditions
Identify methods forfabricate
used to copper electroforming
parts that are
This
Who training program is beneficial for
Benefits? solutions.
electroplated and potential problems caused by such
employees
This trainingand supervisors
program working
is beneficial forinoperators
both • Conditions affecting the mechanical properties of
fabrication methods.
captive and job shops
and supervisors of job performing
shops and captive shops nickel electroforms.
• Be aware of the common corrosion mechanisms and
electroforming using nickel or copper.
applying a broad range of surface Trainees
finishes on a • The
howtypes of mandrels
surface employed
finishing helps forcorrosion.
reduce electroforming.
should have at minimum a high school
variety of substrates. The course is also beneficial Example
• Have applications
a basic of electroforming.
understanding of how a Hull and other
diploma. test cells may be used to monitor and control a
to sales personnel serving the metal finishing plating process.
industry.
Some experience in processing parts for Course Description
• Understand rinsing methods and water conservation
surface finishing is helpful but not required. techniques.
Goal:
Line operators, managers, technical sales 1. •Introduction to Electroforming
Know what filtration technologies are in electroplating
The goal of this course is to present a broad andlesson
in the introduces
recovery oftheprocess solutions.
representatives, and anyone working in the This process of electroforming,
range of information related to the fundamentals •starting
Be ablewith
to identify common
a definition of thequality
processtests
andused on
reviewing
electroforming industry will benefit from
of electroplating, and methods of preparing finished parts.
its capabilities and limitations. A comparison of nickel
attending this course.
parts for various surface finishing processes. •vs.
Know the isbasics
copper made,ofand
a wide variety
other of plating
deposits such as iron,
Goal: processes, including equipment, operational
silver and gold are discussed.
The goal of this course is to provide the conditions and the role of impurities.
student with a broad range of information 2. •Electrochemistry
Be aware of methods for
forreducing contamination
Electroforming
from plating processes.
related to electroforming operations that are This lesson covers electrochemical principles that can
• Be able to identify the causes of common plating
commonly conducted on a variety affect the quality and rate of electroforming.
related problems and their possible solutions.
of mandrels. Calculation of plating time using Faraday’s Law
• Be prepared to take the examination which is part of
equations and calculation
the Foundation of platingprogram.
MSF certification efficiency are
covered in detail. Use of conforming anodes, masking,
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Electroforming
and shielding are also discussed. A focus on current 6. Copper and Gold Electroforming
distribution/throwing power and how they affect The main topic of this lesson is the use of acid copper
deposit structure is also provided. plating solutions to produce copper electroforms.
Solution chemistry, operational conditions and
3. Sulfamate Nickel Plating Part 1 impurity control are detailed. A brief discussion of gold
This lesson covers the chemistry, operational deposition for electroforming from sulfite and other
conditions, purification and troubleshooting of high-speed gold plating solutions is also included.
sulfamate and Watts nickel plating processes used
7. Electroforming Applications Part 1
in electroforming. Focus areas include plating
This lesson provides real-life examples of products
equipment, solution make-up, solution impurities,
produced via electroforming in the past and today.
stress measurement, and the function and control
Items including DVD, Compact Discs, printing screens,
of ingredients.
sieves and holograms are discussed.
4. Sulfamate Nickel Plating Part 2
8. Electroforming Applications Part 2
The second part of the lesson on sulfamate and Watts
This lesson provides real-life examples of products
nickel plating focuses on the effect of operational
produced via electroforming in the past and today.
conditions such as temperature, pH, current density,
Items including automotive molds, jewelry, aerospace
additives and impurities on electroformed deposits.
parts such as radar wave guides and printing plates
A discussion of nickel-cobalt and nickel-manganese
are discussed.
deposits is also included.
5. Mandrels: Types, Materials, Design
and Preparation
In this lesson, students learn the various types and
designs of mandrels used in electroforming. Included
are discussions on permanent mandrels made of
stainless steel, copper/brass, steel, nickel, and exotic
mandrel materials such as Invar® and Kovar®.
Expendable mandrels such as wax, zinc, aluminum,
plastics and glass are also covered. Preparation
methods, backing methods and examples of design
issues are discussed.
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Electroless Deposition • Have a stronger knowledge of the chemistry of
electroless nickel deposition processes, including
The course consists of 11 lessons. Each one EN-P and EN-B.
contains a wealth of valuable, practical information. • Know the impact of operational variables on the
electroless nickel deposit.
And if you score 70 or above on the optional exam,
• Be aware of common problems with the electroless
you’ll receive 1 credit toward certification as a Master
nickel plating process.
Surface Finisher. MSF is the world’s most respected
• Have a basic understanding of how electroless
– and most widely recognized - designation for deposition is used in plating on plastics.
finishing industry professionals. Those passing 6 • Understand other electroless deposition processes,
course exams earn the coveted MSF designation. such as cobalt, copper, and gold.
• Be prepared to take the examination, which is part
Who Benefits? of the Foundation MSF certification program.
This training program is beneficial for employees
and supervisors working in both captives and Course Description
job shops performing electroless nickel plating.
Line operators, managers, sales representatives 1. Overview of Electroless Nickel Plating
and engineers who work in job shop or captive This lesson presents an overview of electroless
shop electroplating, or in the airline / aerospace processes, including a brief history and types of
industry will benefit from this training program. deposits, including nickel-phosphorus, nickel-boron,
composites and poly alloys. Substrate limitations and
Goal: activation methods are also presented.
The goal of this course is to provide the student
2. Properties of Electroless Nickel
with a broad range of information related to
Deposits
electroless nickel plating on a variety of
This lesson covers the mechanical properties of
substrates. electroless nickel deposits, focusing on developing
At the conclusion of this course, attendees can maximum hardness and wear resistance. Other
expect to: properties such as corrosion resistance, magnetic
properties, solderability and weldability are also
• Understand the properties of electroless nickel
deposits. discussed.
• Understand and specify equipment used for 3. Equipment for Electroless Nickel Plating
electroless nickel plating. This lesson details the equipment used for electroless
• Know the cleaning/preparation processes for a wide deposition. Included is a discussion of tank materials,
range of substrates that are electroless nickel plated.
tank liners, methods of temperature control, energy
conservation, pumps, filters, piping, racking and
agitation. A brief description of automated chemistry
control is also included.
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