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As a result of Galver’s commitment to technological upgrading, a high-performance nickel bath was introduced for electroforming Nickel-Cobalt alloy aircraft parts.
Electroforming, also known as GALVANOPLASTICS, is a process of producing or reproducing objects by electroplating a metal onto a template (“matrix”-spindle) capable of conducting electric current.
By appropriately extending the deposition time, a self-supporting electroformate is obtained, which, separated from the die, constitutes its exact replica in negative. The electroformate can form the required object, or be used as a mold for the manufacture of other objects.
It allows even the most complex geometries to be reproduced as erosion protection profiles in the aerospace industry.
In order to ensure a higher level of protection of human health and the environment, Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) of December 18, 2006, on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals, hence the acronym REACH, was enacted by the European Union. Annex XIV of REACH lists SVHCs (Substances of Very High Concern) that are highly hazardous (carcinogenic, mutagenic and toxic) and subject to authorization. This includes substances containing hexavalent chromium: according to regulations, these substances will have to be eliminated from processes and products.
Galver has been working for some time to transition some processes to Reach compliance: the transition will be complete by December 2024.
