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Collets Used For Tampons Problem: One tampon manufacturer found that collets in the production line were suffering from wear from cardboard and therefore wanted to increase wear protection while reducing friction. Solution: Nedox... Read More

Lipstick Boats Problem: A make-up manufacturer approached the Magnaplate technical team with a tight deadline and a big problem: plastic lipstick holders were getting stuck in the 'boats' that are used during the assembly... Read More

Guide Rails Problem: One customer recently found that guide rails used in cash dispensers were subject to severe wear and required a coating that would protect the parts against damage.  Magnaplate's technical... Read More

Heat Exchanger Problem: While chemicals are required in pools to ensure a healthy environment for humans, the side effects are that metal parts have to be strong enough to fight these corrosive, harsh, elements. ... Read More

Contact Lens Molds Problem: When forming disposable contact lenses, manufacturers use a simple tungsten tool to hold the lens in place as it's being formed. However, one particular manufacturer found that his tungsten part,... Read More

Industrial tools Problem: Pneumatic hand tool casings made of lightweight magnesium were being rejected by customers because of unsightly nicks and scratches on the exterior of the casings during use. Solution: The MAGNADIZE... Read More

Minting of commemorative coins, medals, and medallions Problem: Abrasive wear of Franklin Mint's dies caused deterioration that slowed release rates. Die hangups and machine jams became a serious source of production downtime. Burring and defacing of dies... Read More

Prevention of corrosion and adhesive buildup Problem: During the process of making voice coils for sound systems found in cars, trucks and the home, coils are removed from the arbors and the arbors are then recycled back to the beginning of the... Read More