Anodizing aluminium, the process of electrolytic build up of the metal’s the oxide layer in the presence of dyes to create colored effects, is such a well-established process that we probably all have ...

The lustrous patina that protects the backside of Apple’s new iPad Mini isn’t just some cheap shellac or sealant coat—it’s actually “grown” on the metal itself in an electrochemical process known as ...

Parts makers these days are on the lookout for processes that are more environmentally friendly. One of the latest examples is in aluminum anodizing. Bonnell Aluminum, Newnan, Ga., a supplier of ...