In conjunction with NASF and as part of a grant from U.S. EPA Region V, the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) has sent a pollution prevention (P2) benchmarking survey to NASF job shop members. This project will provide valuable information for the surface finishing industry. The response to the survey to date has been lower than expected, and we would like more responses to enhance the statistically reliability of the project. Click here for
The Sanitation District in Whittier, California held an Earth Day Celebration and invited members to set up booths in honor of the special day. MFASC and MFANC members participated in the event setting up a booth and plating demonstration, displaying plated example pieces, which served as perfect conversation-starters. Members explained the science of the process while booth visitors had the opportunity to dip gold pennies and dimes in a copper solution. The plating demonstration made for a unique way to
