Hard Chrome Plating

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Used extensively in the Hydraulics Industry is Hard Chrome Plating – also known as Industrial Chrome – a finish that can be applied to most ferrous metals and some non-ferrous metals such as copper and brass. It can also be applied to all types of stainless-steel alloys. If you are in any doubt, just ask and we’ll advise, all part of what we do.

Chrome saves money 

Hard Chrome is applied to metals as a means of improving resistance to wear and abrasion, preventing seizing and galling, restoring the dimensions of undersized parts and reducing friction. This reduces cost through better efficiency and minimising downtime.

A Hard Chrome finish improves the performance of:

  • Hydraulic pistons
  • Rail Safety Components
  • Piston Rings
  • Piston Rods
  • Hydraulic repairs

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