Behind the Scenes of Nickel Chrome Plating
I would describe the appearance of nickel chrome as a reflection of a mirror. The smoother the surface of chrome plating, the more reflective it will be. Nickel plating has a white finish and the chrome plating has a clear translucent finish which is hard and scratch resistant.
Nickel plating provides a unique combination of wear resistance and corrosion, and it provides excellent adhesion properties for subsequent coating layers, this is why it is used as an “undercoat” for chrome and other coatings. The technology of nickel electroplating has been widely developed, making it possible to produce a broad range of industrial coatings for both decorative and functional applications. This widespread use reflects nickel´s beneficial properties as a coating material; it enhances the utility, value, and appeal of manufactured products such as consumer goods. It is the perfect dual combination that provides an attractive finish and functional properties.
Engineering or Decorative Nickel Plating?
Nickel plating can go in many directions, such as engineering nickel plating, decorative nickel plating, or a combination of both! Engineering nickel plating achieves a matte finish and is generally used in consumer electronics, chemical, computer and telecommunication industries. Decorative nickel plating, which includes the use of chromium, is used to improve the appearance of exterior auto parts such as grills and bumpers. Usually, when applying nickel-chrome plating, a layer of copper is placed in the middle to increase its resistance.
Layering Coatings for Improved Appearance & Performance
Bright Nickel Chrome is often the layer you see, but depending on your application requirements, the layers of metal plating underneath the bright nickel chrome can include copper, nickel, high sulphur nickel, semi-bright nickel, and a final topcoat of chromium. There can be so many layers because the layer of nickel is structured to provide an increased level of corrosion protection.
Uses of Nickel Chrome
Nickel-chromium alloy works well with steel, copper, brass and zinc substrates. Not only the aesthetic appearance is changed, but the lifespan of the part is increased by fighting off corrosive agents and their damaging parts. They are highly heat resistant- which means they can be sterilized using heat-related methods and used on components that operate at high temperatures. Nickel-chrome is extremely abrasion resistant, which makes it very useful in the automobile industry, medical equipment, and parts that are exposed to constant contact, like railings, handles, and door handles, as it enables them to not only withstand its daily use but to retain their polished-looking finish.
HydraPower Dynamics Pre-Treatment Plant
13 Stage, Fully Automatic, Straight Line, Pre-treatment Line with 200kg SWL Transporter and in-line drying oven. Upgraded Siemens 7 Control configured for Qualicoat quality standards.
- Stock No
- BMF500
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- HydraPower Dynamics Rack Type Immersion Treatments Line
- Year of Manufacture
- Ref. 2018
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 3000 x 750 x 1750
- Process Stages
- 11 Station + Load & unload
- Other Info
- All wetted stages - Stainless Steel
- Condition
- Seen working by RSW, Excellent Condition
- Location
- Ipswich, Suffolk, UK
- Direct Site Clearance Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
- Buyer's Premium [?]
- 10% BP will be added to your invoice
- Part of a Direct Site Clearance
- Automated Immersion Pre-Treatment Plant
PMD (UK) Manual Multistage Pretreatment Cleaning Line
Originating from a specialist research and development facility, this 8 stage multistage pre-treatment cleaning line has been configured to deliver controlled, repeatable processing within a compact and professionally engineered layout.
- Stock No
- EXC100
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- PMD (UK) REF: PC1092
- Year of Manufacture
- 2001
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 600mm x 500mm x 1000mm
- Process Stages
- 8 Stations
- Condition
- From a working environment, Excellent Condition
- Location
- Newry, Northern Ireland, UK
- Direct Site Clearance Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
- Clearance ends
- 12 August 2026 00:00 GMT while stocks last
- Part of a Direct Site Clearance
- Modular Plating & Process Lines Clearance
PMD (UK) Manual Composite Plating Line
Originally developed for research & development, this 7 stage, composite plating line delivers a refined and highly adaptable solution for specialist coating applications.
- Stock No
- EXC200
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- PMD (UK) REF: PC1092
- Year of Manufacture
- 2001
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 600mm x 500mm x 1000mm
- Process Stages
- 7 Stations
- Condition
- From a working environment, Excellent Condition
- Location
- Newry, Northern Ireland, UK
- Direct Site Clearance Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
- Clearance ends
- 12 August 2026 00:00 GMT while stocks last
- Part of a Direct Site Clearance
- Modular Plating & Process Lines Clearance
PMD (UK) Manual Nickel & Alloy Plating Line
A 8 stage nickel & alloy plating line designed for precision performance, safety and flexibility, it is ideal for research, development and specialist production environments.
- Stock No
- EXC300
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- PMD (UK) REF: PC1092
- Year of Manufacture
- 2001
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 500mm x 600mm x 1000mm
- Process Stages
- 8 Tanks
- Condition
- From a working environment, Excellent Condition
- Location
- Newry, Northern Ireland, UK
- Direct Site Clearance Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
- Clearance ends
- 12 August 2026 00:00 GMT while stocks last
- Part of a Direct Site Clearance
- Modular Plating & Process Lines Clearance
PMD (UK) Manual Acid Plating & Anodising Line
Designed and built within a specialist R&D facility, this 8 station manual acid plating and anodising line offers a flexible, high quality solution for precision surface treatment applications.
- Stock No
- EXC500
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- PMD (UK) REF : PC1092
- Year of Manufacture
- 2001
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 600mm x 500mm x 1000mm
- Process Stages
- 8 Tanks
- Condition
- From a working environment, Excellent Condition
- Location
- Newry, Northern Ireland, UK
- Direct Site Clearance Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
- Part of a Direct Site Clearance
- Modular Plating & Process Lines Clearance
Jacquet Weston Engineering Packaged Demineralisation Water Treatment Plant
Manually operated, the de-mineralisation unit produces up to 200 l/h when connected to a 1,000 litre holding tank. At the estimated hourly production of 45 l/h demineralised water the unit will need regenerating every 75-80 hours.
- Stock No
- MA748
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- Jacquet Weston Engineering Ion Exchange Plant
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- Brake / Storage Tank Ø900 x 1500
- Process Stages
- Single Stage
- Other Info
- Producing up to 200 litres/hour
- Condition
- From a working environment, Good Condition
- Sold As Seen Price [?]
- £ Login or Register for price.
Balco Engineering Ltd Manual Electropolish Line
An ideal opportunity to acquire a manual electropolishing line installed by Balco Engineering in 2013 and subject to an upgrade by them in 2016. The line previously utilised in the production of medical implants.
- Stock No
- TE367
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- Balco Engineering Ltd Manual Electropolish
- Year of Manufacture
- 2013
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 200/320/360/390 x 500 x 500
- Process Stages
- 6
- Other Info
- Wall mounted control cabinet containing
- Condition
- From a working environment, Seen working by RSW, Good Condition
Balco Engineering Ltd Automatic Electropolish Line
An ideal opportunity to acquire an automatic electropolishing line, installed by Balco Engineering Limited in 2016 utilised in the production of medical implants. The plant is fully operational and can currently be viewed working by prospective buyers.
- Stock No
- TE368
- Category
- Electroplating & treatment lines
- Model
- Balco Engineering Ltd Automatic Electropolish
- Year of Manufacture
- 2016
- Work Envelope (WxDxH mm) [?]
- 260/360 x 500 x 650
- Process Stages
- 6
- Other Info
- Full Line Is Now At Riley Surface World.
- Condition
- From a working environment, Seen working by RSW, Good Condition
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