MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC BARREL PLATING SYSTEMS HBS Equipment Corp., La Mirada, Calif:

HBS Equipment offers a complete line of manual and automatic barrel plating systems. These mod- ular systems are offered in both open or fully enclosed versions and can be designed to accom- modate barrel sizes ranging from less than 4 x 5

in. up to 24 X 48 in. Systems are constructed using nonmetallic components to eliminate corro- sion problems and are available with a wide range of options and process computer controls. Systems can also incorporate wet or dry unloaded stations, designed to handle delicate components suscepti- ble to scratching or other off-loading related prob- lems. All HBS barrel plating lines offer built-in spill containment, a unique raised-rear exhaust plenum, easy access to all components, and other state-of-the-art control features.

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BARREL BLOW-DOWN SYSTEM PAL Sales Inc., Bethlehem, Conn.

PAL Sales Inc.‘s barrel blow-down system oper- ates when the barrel is lifted out of the process solution. At the top of the lift movement, air from transporter-mounted low-pressure fans enters through the upper opening of the barrel and is directed through the workload to the lower open- ing. This air stream increases the solution drain- ing from the barrel, resulting in a significant re- duction of in-process chemicals, water, and effluent chemical requirements.

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PLATING CYLINDERS Belke Mfg., Chicago

Belke offers a variety of plating cylinders. The popular, standard model is available with either a belt or gear drive. Either one assures uniform plating action. These rugged, one-piece polypro- pylene or plexiglass cylinders provide economical and dependable service. Solid brass saddle horns and copper connections insure constant voltage through cathode cable. Belke also offers a variety of microbarrel cylinders, specially designed for plating small parts in small quantities. They are ideal for limited production runs or laboratory testing and come in various basket sizes and mesh densities.

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PLATING BARRELS Imperial Industries Inc., Belleville, Mich.

Imperial Industries’ High I.&. (Imperial Quality) plating barrels are supplied with titanium or polypropylene hanger arms. Titanium arms are equipped with Imperial’s Floating Idler Gear. Polypropylene arms include direct-drive gear trains. Standard features include self-leveling horn brackets, one-piece formed polypropylene barrel construction, stainless steel door rail rein- forcement, titanium door clamps, or stud/net door closure. High I.&. barrels are manufactured to fit a variety of equipment designs.

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