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Sustinable Surface Finishing Chemistries Seacole

Fluorinated Hydrocarbon Solvents and Other Sustainable Surface Finishing Chemistries

April 16, 2025

With the arrival of fluorinated hydrocarbon solvents, water-based coatings, and biodegradable etchants, manufacturers are turning to more sustainable surface finishing chemistries.

Coatings For Extreme Environments Seacole

Chemical Coatings for Extreme Environments: Hard Chromium Plating, Electroless Nickel Plating, and Epoxy-Based Chemistries

April 2, 2025

Specialized coatings such as electroless nickel plating, hard chromium plating, and epoxy and thick paint coatings protect parts from harsh environments.

Zirconium Alternative To Phosphates Conversion Coatings Seacole

Zirconium: A Sustainable Alternative to Phosphates in Powder Coating

March 19, 2025

Zirconium-based conversion coatings are effective, sustainable alternatives to traditional iron or zinc phosphates.

Role Of Chemical Solutions In Surface Preparations Seacole

The Role of Chemical Solutions in Surface Preparation

March 5, 2025

Surface preparation is a crucial step in the surface finishing process. Seacole can help you find the right solution for your cleaning and etching needs.

Seacole Chemistries For Top Surface Finishing Processes Seacole

How Seacole Chemistries Support the Top Surface Finishing Processes

February 19, 2025

From electroplating and anodizing to polishing and coating, Seacole has the chemistries to support your surface finishing process.

The Future of Surface Finishing: Emerging Technologies and Trends

February 5, 2025

With regulations restricting the use of certain chemicals, the future of surface finishing is facing headwinds. But the industry is still expected to grow.

John Atkins New Surface Finishing Territory Manager Seacole

Seacole Expands Sales Team for Surface Finishing

January 20, 2025

Seacole has expanded its surface finishing sales team with the addition of territory manager John Atkins.

Seacole Expands Technical Team for Surface Finishing and Printed Circuit Boards

January 6, 2025

Seacole has expanded its technical team for surface finishing and printed circuit board markets with the addition of technical representative Travis Johnson.

State Of Manufacturing At Seacole Enterprise Mn

The State of Minnesota Manufacturing

January 1, 2025

Seacole CEO Gregg Elliott was featured at the annual Enterprise Minnesota State of Manufacturing event, where he shared his thoughts on the current climate of manufacturing in Minnesota and what’s in store for manufacturers across the state in 2025.

Tim Williams St Biologicals' new crop and livestock advisor

ST Biologicals, a Seacole Company, Hires New Crop and Livestock Advisor to Serve Great Plains States

December 9, 2024

ST Biologicals has hired a talented new crop and livestock advisor to serve Kansas, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, and the rest of the Great Plains.

Micki Palmerscheim Seacole's new regulatory specialist

Seacole Expands Regulatory Department with Addition of New Regulatory Specialist

December 2, 2024

Seacole has expanded its regulatory team with the addition of regulatory specialist Michala Palmersheim.

Seacole Promotes Long-Time CFO John Bell to President

November 26, 2024

Seacole is pleased to announce the promotion of its long-time CFO John Bell to President. Seacole founder Gregg Elliott remains on the senior leadership team as the company’s CEO.

Romel Virasami Seacole's New Vice President of Operations

Seacole Promotes Romel Virasami to Vice President of Operations

November 25, 2024

Seacole is pleased to announce the promotion of its Director of Operations Romel Virasami to Vice President of Operations. Mr. Virasami assumed his new role in August 2024.