Verifying Multi-Step Surface Preparation Processes in Aircraft Assembly and Repair
The surface preparation processes used to assemble or repair an aircraft include multiple steps to achieve a final bond. For a strong, safe, and effective bond, all steps in the process must be consistent and validated prior to moving forward in the process.
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Determining the Sweet Spot of Flame Treatment in Automotive Interior Parts
In 2014, a large manufacturer of automotive exteriors and interiors encountered a problem consistently adhering paint to their dashboards due to inappropriate use of their flame treatment.
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Optimizing Parts Washer Efficiency for FIPG
Competition is hot in the fast-paced automotive industry, and manufacturers work intensively to create more efficient, reliable vehicles. When the race is head-to-head, there is no room for failure. Finding ways to avoid failures and produce a more reliable vehicle provides a competitive edge.
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Identification of a Non-Obvious Contaminant on Polymer Film
A major packaging company was having intermittent problems heat sealing a film used to package paper products. Dyne pens, used to measure surface energy, showed no differences between a “good” film, one that heat sealed appropriately, and a “bad” film, one that did seal correctly.
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Window Manufacturers Evolve from Dyne Inks to the Surface Analyst
Verification of surface treatment processes is necessary to ensure a successful product. A window and door manufacturer was using dyne pens to verify their plasma treatment on vinyl prior to bonding. However, the manufacturer was not happy with dyne as it was messy, destructive to the part being...
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Supplier Quality Assurance for Circuit Board Printing
Supplier quality can be a major concern to an OEM. Questions arise: What specifications pertain to the supplier to ensure reliable products? How can OEMs guarantee the supplier is accurately sending what is needed? What supplier quality checks should OEMs put in place? Communicable specifications,...
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