Please join us in welcoming Galvano to the Master Finish team. He plays an important role at Master Finish. He is our newest addition that demonstrates the quality of the plant wastewater Master Finish sends back to the city of Grand Rapids POTW. Galvano is named after the color name used by GM “Galvano Silver”. It is also a finish that we are working on that uses our satin nickel plating technology with a bright chrome top coat. It’s a really beautiful finish color! Our goldfish, Galvano has a nice silver finish too. Master Finish has been keeping goldfish in our front office for a long time. Our record for life of a fish in our 3.5 gallon tank is 10.94 years. On average, our fish have lived 2.09 years in our tank. According to Google, the expectancy of goldfish in a tank this size is 2 years. Galvano seems like a highly motivated guy interested in breaking records. Perhaps he will live to see this third generation family business enter into the fourth generation! “Good luck with that ambition, Galvano” said John Mulder “I’ve got another 20 years in me! Hopefully we can retire together on my terms!
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Introducing Aaron Menyes: Master Finish’s New Business Development Representative
by Brooke | October 25, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
Master Finish is excited to welcome Aaron Menyes as our new Business Development Representative. Aaron recently relocated to Grand Rapids from Chicago, bringing with him over three years of experience in sales and project management in healthcare facilities. His...
Master Finish Showcases Expertise at IMTS 2024
by Brooke | October 11, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
From September 14-19, 2024, Master Finish proudly participated in the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) held at McCormick Place in Chicago. As one of the largest industrial trade shows in the world, IMTS 2024 brought together 89,020 attendees and...
Join Master Finish at IMTS 2024 in Chicago – Discover the Future of Manufacturing Innovation!
by Brooke | August 20, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
Master Finish is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the InternationalManufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), held from September 9-14, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. This event is one of the largest manufacturing trade shows in the world, and we...
Passivation Process: Nitric Acid vs. Citric Acid
by Brooke | July 2, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
Master Finish offers passivation services using Nitric acid. This service uses the chemistry that we have in place for cleaning and stripping the plating racks we use for our chrome plating lines. Passivation is a chemical process used to improve the corrosion...
Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: The Advantages of a Central Chemical Feeder System in Electroplating
by Brooke | May 13, 2024 | Shop News | 0 Comments
In the intricate world of electroplating, every detail matters. From the composition of the chemicals to the efficiency of the equipment, each element plays a crucial role in achieving high-quality finishes and ensuring operational safety. One often overlooked, yet...
65 Years of Excellence and Environmental Stewardship
by Brooke | March 28, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
As we commemorate the 65th anniversary of Master Finish Company, it’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate our rich heritage, our unwavering commitment to quality, and our deep-seated respect for the environment. Our journey, deeply interwoven with the fabric of Grand...
An Interview with John Mulder, Master Finish
by Brooke | March 6, 2024 | Shop News | 0 Comments
BY SCOTT FRANCIS Editor-In-Chief, Gardner Business Media John Mulder, president of Master Finish of Grand Rapids, Mich., discusses his company’s experience with trivalent chromium and offers advice for those thinking of transitioning their current hexavalent chromium...
Decoding Chrome Plating: A Guide to Decorative vs. Industrial Chrome Plating
by Brooke | March 6, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
Understanding the Basics of Decorative Chrome Plating Before we dive into the specifics, let’s grasp the fundamentals. Chrome plating is a process that involves electroplating a thin layer of chromium onto a metal object. This not only enhances the appearance but also...
Understanding the Difference Between Electroless and Electrolytic Nickel Plating
by Brooke | February 7, 2024 | General | 0 Comments
When it comes to metal plating, nickel is one of the most commonly used materials due to its excellent corrosion resistance and versatile properties. However, there are different techniques for applying nickel plating, with two primary methods being electroless and...
Proven Process
by Brooke | March 7, 2023 | General | 0 Comments
Master Finish has been on a journey using EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System) to manage all the critical elements of our business. We started on this Journey in 2016 and have found it instrumental to our success in so many ways. It helps set a framework in...