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Aluminum components are anodized for a number of reasons–corrosion resistance, improved durability, wear resistance. There is another benefit that anodization can offer that has less to do with functionality and longevity and more to do with aesthetics. Anodization offers a method for electrochemically coloring an aluminum surface for a long lasting and fade resistant surface […]

Chromate Conversion Coating or Chem Film is a common type of coating used to protect aluminum and other metals from corrosion. This easy and efficient type of metal finishing treatment is popular in Aerospace and Military equipment applications due to its excellent protection against corrosion and its ability to serve as a base for future […]

Electroless nickel plating is one of the most unique types of plating that we offer here at Reid Metal Finishing. This type of nickel plating offers several advantages and is popular due to its incredible versatility, as the coating can be applied to nearly any metallic substrate, without the usual limits of coating thickness.  The […]

One of the many different metal finishes that Reid specializes in is zinc-nickel plating. While a relatively recent type of coating compared to others, zinc-nickel plating has proven to be an excellent finish, suited for challenging environments, exhibiting a corrosion resistance that’s comparable to the more expensive cadmium plating. What is zinc-nickel plating–and how does it […]

Cadmium plating is one of the many services that Reid Metal Finishing offers, and we understand better than anyone the importance of quality, safe practices when it comes to this type of metal plating. An overview of cadmium platingCadmium plating is a soft, sacrificial coating that can be deposited onto a variety of metals such as […]

Sulfuric anodizing is one of the many types of finishing services that we offer at Reid Metal Finishing. This type of aluminum anodization is unique, offering both excellent durability and aesthetics, making the coating an excellent choice for a wide range of applications.  Type II Anodization Sulfuric acid anodization, also known as Type II anodizing, […]

How Reid Metal Finishing Strives to Ensure ExcellenceMetal finishing techniques are common and valuable ways to improve the quality, corrosion and wear resistance, and even the aesthetics of metal parts. Metal finishing companies are often one of the last steps in ensuring the quality of a metal product before it’s shipped off to be installed […]

Reid Metal Finishing owner TJ Grandcolas was recently recognized by Products Finishing as part of their 40 under 40 class of 2023.

Reid Metal Finishing owner TJ Grandcolas recently sat down with the editor in chief of Finishing & Coating to talk about the challenges that he faced throughout his time with the company.