September 19, 20 & 21, 2018September 19, 20 & 21, 2018September 19, 20 & 21, 2018September 19, 20 & 21, 2018 Washington Athletic ClubWashington Athletic ClubWashington Athletic ClubWashington Athletic Club Seattle, WA Seattle, WA Seattle, WA Seattle, WA –––– U.S.AU.S.AU.S.AU.S.A

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About IHAA About IHAA About IHAA About IHAA The International Hard Anodizing Association was formed in 1989 and is an organization of companies engaged in the production of hard anodized finishes on aluminum components, either for customers or for their own products. Other "associate" members may be manufacturers of semi-fabricated aluminum, companies engaged in supplying chemicals and processes or plant and equipment to the hard-anodizing industry, or companies which are users of hard anodized components and products but do not have their own anodizing facility.

Symposium OverviewSymposium OverviewSymposium OverviewSymposium Overview Users of aluminum, hard anodizing companies and researchers will meet in Seattle in 2018 to discuss the latest trends and solutions for the aluminum surface treatment industry. The bi-annual technical symposium is an event for anyone who uses aluminum for technical applications. Our comprehensive symposium includes an opening-night cocktail reception and dinner, plus two full days of scientific and process-related presentations with a focus on functional oxide layers on aluminum parts. In addition to the technical presentations, a variety of networking activities are arranged to continue discussions with colleagues.

OVERVIEW

To enhance your experience in Seattle, we have planned two optional social activities during the symposium. The activities are not included in the registration fee and additional costs are required.

Wednesday, September 19Wednesday, September 19Wednesday, September 19Wednesday, September 19, 12:30 p., 12:30 p., 12:30 p., 12:30 p.m. m. m. m. –––– 4:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.4:30 p.m. Future of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory Tour Cost: $Cost: $Cost: $Cost: $80808080 per person per person per person per person (Limited to 25 people) One of Seattle's favorite aviation attractions, the Future of Flight Aviation Center is where the Boeing Factory Tour begins. The center offers the only publicly available opportunity to tour a commercial jet assembly plant in North America. The Boeing Tour is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to view 747, 767, 777, and 787 Dreamliners being assembled on the Everett production line before they take to the sky. Each tour is approximately 90 minutes long and includes fascinating facts about Boeing and the planes that bear its name. Registration fee includes tickets for the tour plus transportation to/from the factory.Registration fee includes tickets for the tour plus transportation to/from the factory.Registration fee includes tickets for the tour plus transportation to/from the factory.Registration fee includes tickets for the tour plus transportation to/from the factory.

Thursday, September 20Thursday, September 20Thursday, September 20Thursday, September 20, , , , 6:06:06:06:00 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. –––– 10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseGroup Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseGroup Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseGroup Dinner at Cutter’s Crabhouse Cost: $125 per personCost: $125 per personCost: $125 per personCost: $125 per person Cutters Crabhouse seafood restaurant is in downtown Seattle near the historic Pike Place Market. Cutter’s Crabhouse has a quarter-century long tradition of serving the freshest Northwest seafood including crab, salmon, clams, shrimp, halibut and more. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Elliot Bay waterfront while dining on the "perfect taste" of Seattle. Registration fee includes a threeRegistration fee includes a threeRegistration fee includes a threeRegistration fee includes a three----course meal, open bar and all taxecourse meal, open bar and all taxecourse meal, open bar and all taxecourse meal, open bar and all taxes and gratuities. s and gratuities. s and gratuities. s and gratuities.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Washington Athletic Club 1325 Sixth Avenue Seattle, WA 98010 www.wac.net

The Washington Athletic Club, founded in 1930, is a private social and athletic club located in downtown Seattle. The WAC includes five floors of athletic and fitness facilities, including a 25-yard pool, full-size basketball court, running track, handball and racquetball courts, and pilates and yoga studios. The top ten floors house the Inn at the WAC, a 109-room boutique hotel. The club also offers a full-service day spa—voted the best private club spa in America in 2012—and a wellness center with nutrition, physical therapy, and naturopathic services. In addition to wellness, spa and fitness facilities, the WAC is home to three restaurants, a private ballroom, social areas, and numerous meeting spaces. The WAC won its eighth consecutive 5 Star Platinum Club of America award in 2016. The WAC was named the best athletic club in Washington and one of the top four nationally. The 21-story WAC clubhouse opened in December 1930 and marked its 86th anniversary in 2015. The clubhouse was designed in the art deco style by Seattle architect Sherwood D. Ford. In 2009, the Washington Athletic Club became a City of Seattle Landmark and in 2018 its 6th Street building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

RESERVATION INFORMATIONRESERVATION INFORMATIONRESERVATION INFORMATIONRESERVATION INFORMATION

A room block is available at the Washington Athletic Club at a rate of $239 per night. To make your hotel reservations, please call 206-464-3055 or 800-275-3775 and mention “International Hard Anodizing Association” when making your reservations. You may also email the reservations department at innreservations@wac.net. Deadline for reservations is Sunday, August 19, 2018.

HOTEL INFORMATION

WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018SEPTEMBER 19, 2018SEPTEMBER 19, 2018SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

11112222::::33330 0 0 0 pppp.m. .m. .m. .m. –––– 4444::::33330 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Future of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory TourFuture of Flight Aviation Center/Boeing Factory Tour *$80 per person additional fee required to attend. Payment required in advance.

6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. –––– 10101010:00 p.m.:00 p.m.:00 p.m.:00 p.m. Cocktail Cocktail Cocktail Cocktail RRRReceptioneceptioneceptioneception and and and and Opening DinnerOpening DinnerOpening DinnerOpening Dinner aaaat the Washington Athletic Clubt the Washington Athletic Clubt the Washington Athletic Clubt the Washington Athletic Club

THURSDAY, THURSDAY, THURSDAY, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20SEPTEMBER 20SEPTEMBER 20SEPTEMBER 20, 201, 201, 201, 2018888

8:8:8:8:33330 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 9:9:9:9:33330 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. Registration & BreakfastRegistration & BreakfastRegistration & BreakfastRegistration & Breakfast 9:9:9:9:33330 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 9:9:9:9:44440 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. Opening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A.

9:9:9:9:40 a.m. 40 a.m. 40 a.m. 40 a.m. –––– 10:210:210:210:20000 a.m.a.m.a.m.a.m. Aluminum Extrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacteristicAluminum Extrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacteristicAluminum Extrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacteristicAluminum Extrusion Quality for Anodizing Characteristic Presented by Jerome Fourmann, Rio Tinto – Independence, Ohio, U.S.A.

10:210:210:210:20 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11111111::::00000 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Different Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Different Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Different Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Different HardcHardcHardcHardcoat Alloysoat Alloysoat Alloysoat Alloys

Presented by Pinakin Patel, Techevon LLC – Fort Mill, South Carolina, U.S.A. 11111:01:01:01:00 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. –––– 12:00 p.m.12:00 p.m.12:00 p.m.12:00 p.m. Structure Analysis of Anodic Porous Alumina Films with Focusing on Electrolyte Species and Structure Analysis of Anodic Porous Alumina Films with Focusing on Electrolyte Species and Structure Analysis of Anodic Porous Alumina Films with Focusing on Electrolyte Species and Structure Analysis of Anodic Porous Alumina Films with Focusing on Electrolyte Species and

Alloying EleAlloying EleAlloying EleAlloying Elementsmentsmentsments Presented by Prof. Sachiko Ono, Kogakuin University – Tokoyo, Japan 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. –––– 12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m. High Speed Anodizing of Aluminium Alloys 2024 and 2219High Speed Anodizing of Aluminium Alloys 2024 and 2219High Speed Anodizing of Aluminium Alloys 2024 and 2219High Speed Anodizing of Aluminium Alloys 2024 and 2219 Presented by Kristin Pippig-Schmid, PIPPIG-SCHMID Aluminium+Oberflächen,

Gallen, Switzerland 12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. –––– 1:1:1:1:30303030 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. LunchLunchLunchLunch 1:1:1:1:33330 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 2:2:2:2:11110 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. The History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard Coat

Presented by Anne Deacon Juhl, Anodizing World – Denmark

2222::::11110 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 2:2:2:2:55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Latest Developments in Automated Rectifer Latest Developments in Automated Rectifer Latest Developments in Automated Rectifer Latest Developments in Automated Rectifer Process ControllersProcess ControllersProcess ControllersProcess Controllers Presented by Frank Munk, MUNK GmbH – Hamm, Germany 2:50 p.m. 2:50 p.m. 2:50 p.m. 2:50 p.m. –––– 3:10 p.m.3:10 p.m.3:10 p.m.3:10 p.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 3333::::10101010 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 3:3:3:3:55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) ---- An Alternative to Classical AnodizingAn Alternative to Classical AnodizingAn Alternative to Classical AnodizingAn Alternative to Classical Anodizing Presented by Rastko Vasilic, University of Belgrade – Belgrade, Serbia 3:3:3:3:55550 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 4:4:4:4:33330 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Hard and Functional Anodizing Focus on Decorative AspectsHard and Functional Anodizing Focus on Decorative AspectsHard and Functional Anodizing Focus on Decorative AspectsHard and Functional Anodizing Focus on Decorative Aspects

Presented by Dr. Dieter Brodalla 4444::::30303030 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 4444::::45454545 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Closing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. –––– 10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. Optional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s Crabhouse

*$125 per person additional fee required to attend. Payment required in advance.

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

FRIDAYFRIDAYFRIDAYFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 21111, 2018, 2018, 2018, 2018 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. –––– 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. IHAA Members MeetingIHAA Members MeetingIHAA Members MeetingIHAA Members Meeting (Members Only)(Members Only)(Members Only)(Members Only) 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. –––– 8888::::55550 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. BreakfastBreakfastBreakfastBreakfast 8888::::55550 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 9:09:09:09:00000 a.m.a.m.a.m.a.m. Opening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A. 9:09:09:09:00000 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. –––– 9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m. Aluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and Troubleshooting Presented by Warren John Fullen, Boeing – Seattle, Washington U.S.A.

9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. –––– 10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m. STERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized Finishes Presented by Mark Jozefowicz, Reliant Aluminum Products, LLC - High Point, NC U.S.A.

11110000::::22220 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11110000::::44440 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 10:10:10:10:44440 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11111111::::22220 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. Troubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on Aluminum Presented by Warren John Fullen, Boeing – Seattle, Washington U.S.A. 11:11:11:11:22220 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11112222::::00000 0 0 0 pppp.m..m..m..m. Optimization for the Job ShopOptimization for the Job ShopOptimization for the Job ShopOptimization for the Job Shop

Presented by Jeffery Almeyda, Aerotech Processing Solutions, Paterson, NJ U.S.A. 12:12:12:12:00000 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 12121212::::55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. LunchLunchLunchLunch 12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. –––– 1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m. IHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors Meeting 1:1:1:1:22220 0 0 0 pppp.m. .m. .m. .m. –––– 2222::::00000 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in

Aluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 Coupons Presented by Krystaufeux Williams, Ph.D., U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C. U.S.A.

2222::::00000000 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 2:2:2:2:44440 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Chrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem Film Presented by Phillip Hjelmeborn Kaae, Danish Technological Institute – Denmark 2:2:2:2:44440 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 3333::::00 00 00 00 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 3333::::00000000 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 3:3:3:3:40404040 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Updates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking Solutions

Presented by Petter Isaksson, Ahlins i Habo AB – Habo, Sweden

3:3:3:3:40404040 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 4:4:4:4:20202020 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. ProcessProcessProcessProcess Insights: The Science of Every Day AnodizingInsights: The Science of Every Day AnodizingInsights: The Science of Every Day AnodizingInsights: The Science of Every Day Anodizing Presented by Jude M. Runge, CompCote International, Inc. – Chicago, IL U.S.A. 4444::::20202020 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 4444::::30303030 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Closing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A.

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. –––– 7:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. Cocktail Cocktail Cocktail Cocktail RRRReceptioneceptioneceptioneception at the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Club 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. –––– 10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. Opening DinnerOpening DinnerOpening DinnerOpening Dinner at the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Clubat the Washington Athletic Club

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. –––– 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Registration & BreakRegistration & BreakRegistration & BreakRegistration & Breakfastfastfastfast 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. –––– 9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m. Opening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening RemarksOpening Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A.

9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. 9:40 a.m. –––– 10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m. Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Extrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacExtrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacExtrusion Quality for Anodizing CharacExtrusion Quality for Anodizing Characteristicteristicteristicteristic Presented by Jerome Fourmann, Rio Tinto – Independence, Ohio, U.S.A.

Optimum hard anodize quality relies on the quality of the mill finish extrusion. Several key extrusion parameters ranging from the alloys selection to the heat treatments can affect the profiles quality and their respond to the anodizing process. The presentation will provide an understanding of the effects of tempers on anodize response, variations within designated alloys and effects of the aluminum surface finish conditions generated by the extrusion process to prevent defects.

10:20 a.m. 10:20 a.m. 10:20 a.m. 10:20 a.m. –––– 11:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.11:00 a.m. Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Color Matching Anodic Coatings Type II and Type III with Special Emphasis on Different Hardcoat AlloysDifferent Hardcoat AlloysDifferent Hardcoat AlloysDifferent Hardcoat Alloys

Presented by Pinakin Patel, Techevon LLC – Fort Mill, South Carolina, U.S.A. The presentation will discuss the following aspects of Color Matching as it relates to Type II and Type III anodizing: Coating Density/Porosity; Coating Thickness; Dye Selection; Light/Weather Fastness; Sealing Process. Additionally, the presentation will discuss the unique characteristics associated with different alloys and how color matching can vary based on alloy type which include pretreatment processes, type III anodizing conditions, post anodize alloy base color and sealing processes.

11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. –––– 11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m.11:20 a.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. 11:20 a.m. –––– 11112:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.2:00 p.m. Structure Structure Structure Structure AAAAnalysis of nalysis of nalysis of nalysis of AAAAnodic nodic nodic nodic PPPPorous orous orous orous AAAAlumina lumina lumina lumina FFFFilms with ilms with ilms with ilms with FFFFocusing on ocusing on ocusing on ocusing on EEEElectrolyte lectrolyte lectrolyte lectrolyte

SSSSpecies and pecies and pecies and pecies and AAAAlloying lloying lloying lloying EEEElementslementslementslements Presented by Prof. Sachiko Ono, Kogakuin University – Tokoyo, Japan

Firstly, fundamental determination factors of porous morphology of anodic alumina films formed in different acid solutions including their chemical composition and structure analyzed by TEM, EDX, TG-MS and NMR will be introduced. Secondly, the sealing behavior of porous anodic films studied by TEM/SEM observation will be shown. Finally, structural analysis of anodic films formed on AC8A cast alloy in oxalic acid will be reported with focusing on the effect of alloying elements.

SCHEDULE DETAILS

12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. –––– 12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m.12:40 p.m. High High High High SSSSpeed peed peed peed AAAAnodizing of nodizing of nodizing of nodizing of AAAAluminium luminium luminium luminium AAAAlloys 2024 and 2219lloys 2024 and 2219lloys 2024 and 2219lloys 2024 and 2219 Presented by Kristin Pippig-Schmid, PIPPIG-SCHMID Aluminium+Oberflächen,

Gallen, Switzerland The anodization of aluminium alloys 2024 and 2219 with a high copper content is difficult to achieve in conventional processes. High alloyed aluminium materials or cast products are prevalent used in automotive, aerospace and engineering industry. Especially the 2000 aluminium material group has high copper contents and the trend of material “burning” during the anodizing process. But these aluminium alloys often used because of their high strength and high temperature resistant material properties.

Three years ago, we started the research of sulfuric acid anodizing of the high alloyed aluminium materials 2024 and 2219. The intention of the project was the development of a high-speed anodizing process with high deposition rates and good oxide layer quality under “easy to handle” production conditions. At the IHAA conference 2016 we showed the growth of the oxide layer and the integration of the intermetallic phases. Oxide layers of 40µm can be realized with deposition rates of 4-6µm/min. A clever combination of equipment construction and process parameters allowed us to achieve high deposition rates of aluminium oxide in short time.

12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m. –––– 1:1:1:1:30303030 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. LunchLunchLunchLunch 1:1:1:1:33330 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. –––– 2:2:2:2:11110 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. The History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard CoatThe History of Hard Coat

Presented by Anne Deacon Juhl The presentation will take a look back on the history of the Hard Coat (type III) process – how many faces the processes have had and has, and how the various processes influence on the final finish. A lot of work has been done, and all kinds of industries from Aerospace to small digital parts of hearing aids are using the Hard Coat processes. General perspectives on how the process work, and disparity between the Hard Coat process and Conventional anodizing (type II).

2:2:2:2:11110 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 2:2:2:2:55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Rectifiers and Controllers for Anodizing Rectifiers and Controllers for Anodizing Rectifiers and Controllers for Anodizing Rectifiers and Controllers for Anodizing –––– Update on the LatestUpdate on the LatestUpdate on the LatestUpdate on the Latest Presented by Frank Munk, MUNK GmbH – Hamm, Germany

A rectifier simply needs to convert the existing AC power into a stable DC power in the most efficient way, to keep the energy cost and as a result the operation cost low. It all sounds very simple so it must be a simple product. But it is like if we try to copy nature it looks simple but…Robustness, a given fact of the past, is not always ensured today anymore. New power conversion circuits open up new avenues and create new challenges to the power grid and you as the user. A modular design just used to boost the output power is not achieving a higher

system reliability and more hours of operation. However instead of a technical discourse an update is provided of what is out there for you when it comes to rectifiers and controls today. How can the technical evolution in power conversion help you to save cost? How can the new IoT ready automation systems help you to save money? Rectifiers and process controllers can support you not only to make your process and your results more stable but also to support you to collect process data to provide the data you might need to do even better.

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3333::::10101010 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 3:3:3:3:55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Plasma Plasma Plasma Plasma EEEElectrolytic lectrolytic lectrolytic lectrolytic OOOOxidation (PEO) xidation (PEO) xidation (PEO) xidation (PEO) ---- AAAAn n n n AAAAlternative to lternative to lternative to lternative to CCCClassical lassical lassical lassical AAAAnodizingnodizingnodizingnodizing Presented by Rastko Vasilic, University of Belgrade – Belgrade, Serbia

Plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) is a fast and efficient process in which dense oxide coatings are obtained on light metals in appropriate electrolytes. Micro-discharges which randomly appear over the sample’s surface during PEO processing are considered as the main contributor to the oxidation and protective layer growth. Oxide coatings obtained by PEO are usually characterized during the growth using optical emission spectroscopy and potential-time measurements. AFM, SEM/EDS, XRD, and XPS are employed to investigate the morphology, chemical and phase composition of obtained oxide coatings. Structural, chemical, and mechanical properties of obtained oxide coatings are strongly correlated to PEO time and electrolyte composition.

3:3:3:3:55550 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 4:4:4:4:33330 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. Hard and Hard and Hard and Hard and FFFFunctional unctional unctional unctional AAAAnodizing nodizing nodizing nodizing FFFFocus on ocus on ocus on ocus on DDDDecorative ecorative ecorative ecorative AAAAspectsspectsspectsspects

Presented by Dr. Dieter Brodalla The composition of the wide variate of alloys is the challenge to produce layers on customers decorative demand and the necessary quality and functionality for various applications. The alloys for work pieces are selected based on the mechanical properties. To handle this will distinguish IHAA from all other associations (or the members respectively). Examples, how to improve surface quality and functionality as well as decorative appearance of oxide layers will be presented.

4444::::33330 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 4444::::45454545 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Closing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A. 6666::::00000 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 10101010::::00000000 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Optional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s CrabhouseOptional Group Dinner at Cutter’s Crabhouse

FRIDAYFRIDAYFRIDAYFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 2, SEPTEMBER 21111, 2018, 2018, 2018, 2018 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. –––– 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. IHAA Members Meeting (Members Only)IHAA Members Meeting (Members Only)IHAA Members Meeting (Members Only)IHAA Members Meeting (Members Only) 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. –––– 8:50 a.m.8:50 a.m.8:50 a.m.8:50 a.m. BreakfastBreakfastBreakfastBreakfast 8:50 a.m. 8:50 a.m. 8:50 a.m. 8:50 a.m. –––– 9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m. Opening ReOpening ReOpening ReOpening Remarksmarksmarksmarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A. 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. –––– 9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m.9:40 a.m. Aluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and TroubleshootingAluminum Surface Finishing Corrosion Causes and Troubleshooting Presented by Warren John Fullen, Boeing – Seattle, Washington U.S.A.

Aluminum corrosion is commonly encountered when performing chemical process operations involving surface finishing, predominantly in preparation for paint application. The protective oxide film of aluminum is only stable in a pH range of 4.5 -8.5. However, many process solutions intentionally exceed this pH range for the purpose of cleaning, metal removal and subsequent smut removal. These process solutions are formulated so as not to cause deleterious pitting or preferential etching. However, the susceptibility of aluminum to pitting depends on many extraneous factors, such as chloride ion concentration, pH control and initial surface condition. Electrochemical measurements via potentiodynamic scans have

been shown to be an effective tool in analyzing the propensity of certain process solutions to contribute to observed pitting conditions. In this paper, a review of several process solutions, examining coolants, solvent cleaning, alkaline clean/etch and deoxidizing/desmutting, listing intended and unintended chemical reactions along with possible mechanisms that would favor corrosion formation. Further explanation is provided for the role of incoming water that is used for process solution make-up and the myriad of rinse tanks. Recommendations are provided for electrolytic processes that might be prone to stray currents affecting auxiliary equipment and thereby introducing deleterious contaminants into process solutions as a result of the corrosion products of compromised piping, fittings and fasteners from heating and cooling units. Strict adherence to process specification controls, regular monitoring of suspect contaminants, sound housekeeping and part handling best practices can alleviate many aluminum part processing corrosion occurrences.

9:40 a9:40 a9:40 a9:40 a.m. .m. .m. .m. –––– 10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m. STERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized FinishesSTERRAD Testing of Colored Anodized Finishes Presented by Mark Jozefowicz, Reliant Aluminium Products, LLC- High Point, NC U.S.A.

Medical device application of color anodized aluminium requires that the finish withstand multiple sterilization treatments. STERRAD™ sterilization subjects parts to a highly oxidative environment that often results in color fade. The results of an investigation carried out on a variety or organic and inorganic colors sealed by six methods using conventional technologies will be presented.

11110000::::22220 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11110000::::44440 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 10:10:10:10:44440 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11111111::::22220 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m.0 a.m. Troubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on AluminumTroubleshooting Chromated Conversion Coatings on Aluminum Presented by Warren John Fullen, Boeing – Seattle, Washington U.S.A.

11:11:11:11:22220 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. 0 a.m. –––– 11112222::::00000 0 0 0 pppp.m..m..m..m. Optimization fOptimization fOptimization fOptimization for the Job Shopor the Job Shopor the Job Shopor the Job Shop

Presented by Jeffery Almeyda, Aerotech Processing Solutions, Paterson, NJ U.S.A. A pragmatic approach to maximizing the capabilities of both new installations and existing process lines. Each tank/system shall be reviewed in isolation and as part of the whole. Variables that affect throughput, quality, cost and maintenance requirements shall be discussed and categorized in order of importance. Tank optimization required for third party accreditation such as NADCAP or FDA Validation shall also be discussed in detail.

12:12:12:12:00000 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 12121212::::55550 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. LunchLunchLunchLunch

12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 12:50 p.m. –––– 1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m. IHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors MeetingIHAA Board of Directors Meeting 1:1:1:1:22220 0 0 0 pppp.m. .m. .m. .m. –––– 2222::::00000 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m.0 p.m. 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in 3D Measurement of Corrosion Pit Morphology Evolution in

Aluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 CouponsAluminum 2024 Coupons Presented by Krystaufeux Williams, Ph.D., U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C. U.S.A.

Initial experiments were performed to measure the morphology evolution of corrosion pits in three dimensions (3D) using ex situ Xray Computed Microtomography (XCMT) techniques. Small 2024 Aluminum alloy coupons were immersed for 4 hours in 3.5 wt% NaCl solution at freely corroding conditions, removed from solution, dried, and scanned in a Zeiss Versa 520 XCMT microscope to measure the geometry of the corrosion pits in 3D. This process was repeated for a minimum of three cycles to measure the evolution

of the pit shapes over time. The specimens are stored in a desiccator when they are not being scanned. 2024 Aluminum was selected due to its accelerated pit formation and growth kinetics. The coupons were approximately 12.5 mm x 12.5 mm x 1.3 mm and the corrosion was limited to the square faces by coating the edges with a water resistant sealant. The initiation and growth of individual pits were monitored and measured. There is a possibility to inform anodizing strategies for mitigation of pit initiation events leading to catastrophic failure based on the findings from this study and ones like it.

2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. –––– 2:40 p.m.2:40 p.m.2:40 p.m.2:40 p.m. Chrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem FilmChrome (VI) Free Chem Film Presented by Phillip Hjelmeborn Kaae, Danish Technological Institute – Denmark

The Alodine 1200 coating is undeniably effective in terms of corrosion resistance and has therefore seen extensive use in the Danish industry, e.g. the aerospace industry. However, the coating relies heavily on the toxic Cr(VI), thus demanding a replacement. This study examines the environmental impact of hexavalent chromium, Cr(VI), which is commonly found in aluminum coatings. It aims to investigate alternative coatings free of Cr(VI), as the RoHS-directive severely restricts its usage within the European Union as of July 1, 2006. The directive covers a wide range of applications and includes Cr(VI) due to its significant toxic and carcinogenic properties, which firmly assign the

element the highest priority for elimination.

This paper discusses a series of tests in order to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a selection of aluminum coatings absent of Cr(VI). The tests employ specimens of three different alloys, namely the EN AW-2017, EN AW-6082 and EN AW-7075 alloys. The aforementioned selection of coatings includes Gardobond X 4707, E-CLPS 4600, ChromitAL TCP and Sol-Gel CORE 030, as well as Alodine 1200 for the benefit of comparisons. Additionally, the study evaluates the five coatings in terms of environmental impact and health concerns.

2:2:2:2:44440 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. –––– 3333::::00 00 00 00 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. BreakBreakBreakBreak 3333::::00000000 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 3:3:3:3:40404040 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Updates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking SolutionsUpdates on Automated Racking Solutions

Presented by Petter Isaksson, Ahlins i Habo AB – Habo, Sweden This session will discuss the progress we have made in automation of racking for anodizing and our new “Intra logistics automation” where we have automatic handling of loadbars in the whole process from building the tool, through production and back to maintenance/rebuild of the tool.

3:3:3:3:40404040 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. –––– 4:4:4:4:20202020 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Process InsProcess InsProcess InsProcess Insights: The Science of Every Day Anodizingights: The Science of Every Day Anodizingights: The Science of Every Day Anodizingights: The Science of Every Day Anodizing Presented by Jude M. Runge, CompCote International, Inc. – Chicago, IL U.S.A.

Much of the success that has sustained the anodizing industry is based in effective tribal knowledge and empirical data. Consequently, there is little scientific information that supports the understanding and engineering of anodizing and follow-on processes of dyeing and sealing. This presentation provides explanations for some of the critical side reactions that impact oxide performance quality, which occur during anodizing and afterwards, during follow-on operations such as rinsing, dyeing and sealing. Key process parameters of temperature, electrolyte concentration, anode-cathode spacing and agitation are addressed.

4444::::20202020 p.mp.mp.mp.m. . . . –––– 4444::::30303030 p.m.p.m.p.m.p.m. Closing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing RemarksClosing Remarks Scott Turner, IHAA President, Pioneer Metal Finishing – Green Bay, Wisconsin U.S.A.

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