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Metal finishing is an essential process in manufacturing and fabrication, helping improve the appearance, durability, and performance of metal components. Among the many abrasive materials used in surface preparation and finishing, aluminum oxide is one of the most popular and effective choices. Its hardness, durability, and versatility make it suitable f...

Glass bead shot blasting is a surface finishing process widely used in manufacturing, engineering, and restoration industries. It is valued for its ability to clean, smooth, and enhance the appearance of metal and other hard surfaces without causing significant damage. By using tiny spherical glass beads propelled at high speed, this method provides a con...

Often when I first approach metal fabrication workshops,  I commonly find that not many are overly concerned with finishing processes. Like many in the trade, they are focused on welding precision, structural integrity, and timely delivery. Getting the  fabricated parts deburred is already a step they do not relish but must e...

Polyamide 11 (PA 11), sometimes referred to as Nylon 11, is a non-biodegradable, polyamide bioplastic which is derived from vegetable oil. These renewable raw materials are also free of heavy pigments. This substance protects metal substrates like aluminum and steel, combating corrosion, abrasion, and impact-related damage. On top of being an overa...

Our story started in 1977 with a small mass finishing operation. Within a few years, Latem Industries Limited expanded their finishing services with new equipment and a new location in Waterloo.    At the turn of the century, owner Liam Nother, put up a 45,000 sq ft building just off Hwy 401 in Cambridge to house his coatings b...