Electro-Spec, Inc. Is One Of Top Finishing Shops In U.S.

Posted by Jeff Smith | Jun 2, 2015 11:42:00 AM | 1 Comment

Products Finishing magazine names Electro-Spec to the ‘Top Shops” list

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Electro-Spec, Inc. has been named one of the best finishing shops in the U.S., according to an industry benchmarking survey conducted by Products Finishing magazine, a trade publication which has covered the industry since 1938.

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Storing and Handling Passivated Components

Posted by Jeff Smith | Mar 4, 2015 11:00:00 AM | 2 Comments

Passivation is a standard, but critical, process in the manufacturing of many stainless steel parts.  When referring to passivation, much emphasis is placed on the process and the characteristics it imparts.

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Passivation and Its Benefits

Posted by Jeff Smith | Jul 10, 2014 9:30:00 AM | 1 Comment

At its heart, passivation is a process that helps prevent corrosion and pitting on the surface of stainless steel. The passivation process applies a thin transparent passive chemically inert film to stainless steel that reduces the reactivity of the metal. This film deters corrosion, oxidation, and mild chemical attack.

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Congressional Testimony of President of Electro-Spec on Development of Antimicrobial Finish

Posted by Jeff Smith | Jun 27, 2014 12:16:00 PM | 1 Comment

Jeff Smith, President/CEO of Electro-Spec, Inc. testified on June 26, 2014 before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Research and Technology Committee on Science, Space and Technology regarding “Technology for the Patient Safety at Veterans Hospitals.

FRANKLIN, INDIANA -- Jeff Smith, President/CEO of Electro-Spec, Inc. was honored to testify this morning before the United States House of Representatives: Subcommittee on Research and Technology Committee on Science, Space and Technology for the hearing entitled: Technology for the Patient Safety at Veterans Hospitals

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Passivation: What it is, and Why It’s So Important

Posted by Jeff Smith | Feb 7, 2014 10:00:00 AM | 1 Comment

The first step in manufacturing stainless steel parts is the actual fabrication. All parts must be made to spec, and obviously must adhere to the guidelines of design and application.

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