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January 04 2019 SilcoTek

What is a CVD Coating?

A CVD coating is a material applied to a surface by a method called chemical vapor deposition. Let's discuss how the coatings are made, coating benefits, and how to get the most out of your coating....

December 28 2018 SilcoTek

Looking Forward to the New Year

It's 2019! Really? It seems like we just punched the clock on 2017! When you're busy time goes fast. And are we busy. Let's do a quick review 2018 and look forward to 2019. The SilcoTek team...

December 21 2018 SilcoTek

Happy Holidays From The SilcoTek Team!

The team at SilcoTek would like to wish you and your family the happiest of holidays! And here's to a safe and profitable New Year! I'm sure Santa and SilcoTek will do great things next year! If...

December 07 2018 bio-medical

Selecting a Coating for Bioinert Test Applications

In this blog post we discuss key factors to consider when selecting a coating for bioinert test applications in medical diagnostics and HPLC. Stainless steel, a common medical diagnostic flow path...

November 23 2018 Hydrophobicity & Moisture Resistance

How To Prevent Moisture Contamination In Analytical Flow Paths

We explore the impact of moisture on analytical test results and learn how to manage moisture. A single drop of water may appear to be harmless, but it can have a huge impact on the durability and...

November 16 2018 Corrosion

Combating Corrosion in Renewable Energy

Renewable energy as become a vital source of power nationwide. Whether it's solar, wind, or bio fuels, renewable sources of energy are here to stay. But how to make renewable infrastructure last?...

October 26 2018 bio-medical

Have a Bio-inert Coating Question?  Ask the Expert.

Have a coating question? Just ask the expert. We did and learned a lot! I spent the better part of my early school years sitting at the back of the classroom looking down hoping to avoid being asked...

October 19 2018 Process Analytical

Do SilcoTek Coatings Comply With My Standard?

We say all the time that SilcoTek® coatings are used in a wide range of applications. But where exactly? Let's discuss specific methods and standards where our coatings are used. SilcoTek® coatings...

October 05 2018 Process Analytical

Solving Contamination and Reliability Problems

Want to improve your product, process sampling or emission monitoring (CEMS) process? Here are some ideas on solving contamination and reliability problems. Customers experiencing material...