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9th September 2023

A Guide To Zinc Passivation | EC Williams

Summary. Zinc passivation and zinc coating company, EC Williams, emphasises the importance of corrosion resistance in electroplating. Zinc coatings, when treated with chromate passivation, combat ‘white rusting’. Various treatments offer different protection levels, with zinc-nickel alloy providing enhanced corrosion resistance. Appearance is nearly always a factor when you are choosing electroplating. However, resistance and […]

7th July 2023

Onshoring Benefits For Businesses: Championing Sustainability, Quality, and Growth in Manufacturing

Summary. Experience the game-changing onshoring benefits for businesses and manufacturing. As global wages rise, collaboration thrives, and quality soars, onshoring is the key to success. Join EC Williams and champion a brighter, local, and resilient industrial sector. In the past, offshoring – transferring production to nations with substantially lower labour costs – was broadly […]

25th May 2023

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The Advantages Of Electrolytic Nickel Plating

Summary. Electrolytic nickel plating and electroplating finish experts at EC Williams offer state-of-the-art barrel lines for optimal results. Understanding both matte and bright finishes, they ensure fast, affordable, and stable plating solutions for various projects. Contact for more in the West Midlands. As leading suppliers in electrolytic nickel plating, we have the skills and […]

21st April 2023

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Surface Engineering Association – What Is It & How Does It Support Us (REACH)

Summary. The Surface Engineering Association (SEA) supports surface finishing specialists like EC Williams in navigating complex regulations, especially the REACH legislation. SEA’s guidance on REACH compliance, particularly on chromium usage, ensures businesses operate safely and meet industry standards. The Surface Engineering Association (SEA) is an organisation that represents businesses operating in the surface engineering […]

27th March 2023

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Manufacturing In The UK – Are We Seeing A Positive Brexit Outcome?

Summary. In the UK manufacturing industry, recent global events like Brexit, COVID-19, and the Ukraine war impacted supply chains and offshoring. EC Williams highlights a “reshoring” trend, with businesses seeking local electroplating and coating services for enhanced control, reduced costs, and sustainability. EC Williams is one of the country’s leading electroplating companies serving the […]

13th March 2023

Zinc Nickel Coating – What Is It And The Benefits?

Summary. EC Williams, a leading zinc nickel coating supplier from the West Midlands, emphasises the superior corrosion resistance of zinc nickel coating, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. Offering advanced electroplating services, they combine expertise with state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring top-quality results. Often used by the automotive industry, zinc nickel coating is the ultimate […]

12th January 2023

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The Rise and Fall of Electroplating Cadmium

As one of the leading electroplating companies in the UK, EC Williams was one of the electroplating manufacturers that had to adapt to the fall of cadmium plating services. Back in the 1950’s and 1960’s, cadmium was a very popular material to use for electroplating. Now however, there are very few electroplating companies that are […]

29th December 2022

Zinc Nickel Electroplating In The Automotive Industry

When it comes to electroplating, there are various different metals and metal alloys you can choose. However, when it comes to the automotive industry, zinc nickel is a very popular choice. EC Williams, zinc nickel plating suppliers, we are eager to share a bit of information on how zinc nickel electroplating works. As well as […]

15th December 2022

Looking For Electroplating in the UK? Your Guide to Electroplating Services

The modern electroplating process took place in the early 19th century. Since then electroplating in the UK has expanded into a fully comprehensive service. It supports a wide range of industries and requirements. With the development of bigger electric generators, higher currents are now available. Therefore, improving the process even further and creating an even […]

24th November 2022

Electroplating Industry Environmental Regulations- EC Williams - UK Electroplating Company

Environmental Regulations In The Electroplating Industry

When it comes to electroplating industry regulations, EC Williams have plenty of knowledge on them as a leading UK electroplating company. We are proud to offer high quality metal finishing services to support a range of industries and applications. We have a responsibility as electroplaters to ensure that we continue to meet the stringent requirements […]

10th November 2022

Electroless vs. Electrolytic Nickel Plating

Nickel plating is a process that can enhance the durability, hardness, conductivity, and heat-resistance of your component. Nickel plating can also protect the parts from corrosion, as well as give it an attractive finish. However, when it comes to plating services, there are many options to choose from, some of which may look and sound […]

14th October 2022

50% Of Zinc Is Used To Protect Steel And Iron

Here at EC Williams Ltd, we are proud to be one of the country’s leading electroplaters. Specialising in zinc plating services – including blue zinc coating. We have supported many industries over the years with our electroplating services. But what makes the process for metal coating so popular? Zinc is a naturally occurring element that […]

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