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November 01 2019 Corrosion

Why Can't I Coat Some Types of Metal?

Did you know the base material can have an impact on the performance of CVD coatings? We tested the compatibility of most metals and other materials commonly used in analytical testing. Here's what...

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October 25 2019 Non-stick, Anti-fouling

Can CVD Coatings Improve Plastic Mold Quality in Analytical Products?

SilcoTek® is helping customers in the plastics molding industry solve their surface problems successfully by using our Dursan® coating technology on their metal molds. Can CVD Coatings Improve...

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October 18 2019 Process Analytical

What is the Thermal Performance of Silicon Coatings?

How do silicon coatings perform in high temperature and what is the thermal conductivity of silicon coatings? We turn up the heat on our coatings to see how they perform. What is the Thermal...

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October 11 2019 Corrosion

Comparing the Corrosion Resistance of 316 Stainless Steel

Not all 316 stainless steel is created equally. In this blog post we compare the corrosion resistance of 2 stainless steel manufacturers. And we find out how to level the playing field. Comparing the...

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October 04 2019 SilcoTek

How to Evaluate a Coating for Food Service

In order to receive NSF approval for food service, coatings must go through a thorough series of tests. In this blog post we'll discuss how a coating is evaluated for food service. How to Evaluate a...

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September 27 2019 SilcoTek

How Do I Pick a Coating That Works for Me

Sometimes picking the right coating can be confusing. Here are some tips on things to consider when choosing the right coating for your application. How Do I Pick a Coating That Works for Me?...

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September 20 2019 bio-medical

What are Bio-inert Coatings and How Do I Select a Bio-inert Coating?

Testing for biological contamination and the need for a bio-inert surface is not limited to only medical diagnostics and medical device components. We discuss what are bio-inert coatings and factors...

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September 13 2019 Process Analytical

Light Transmission of Silicon Coatings

For researchers finding a coating that has minimal light transmission can be critical to the success of their project. Let's discuss light and how super thin silicon CVD coatings enhance performance....

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September 06 2019 Chemical Inertness

Part per Quadrillion Measurement of Explosives and Other Chemicals

SilcoTek coatings help achieve part-per-quadrillion analysis. Here's why that's important. Background: Scientists from a wide variety of industries have been utilizing SilcoTek’s coating technology...

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