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About Bright Dip Anodizing

For A Polished Look - Bright Dip Anodizing


Bright Dip anodizing enhances the glossy appearance of aluminum for cosmetic applications and achieves

a highly electropolished finish similar to the quality of plating. In contrast to plating, Bright Dip is a chemical process that brightens aluminum and does not leave deposits on the surface of the part. The degree of brightness is dependent on the type of alloy as well as the surface finish of the part. With some alloys making it more possible than others to get a reflective, mirror type of finish.

 

The alloys most suitable for bright dip anodizing are 5357, 5457, 5557, 6063, 6463, 7016 and 7029.

In general, a harder temper of an alloy produces the brightest work. The 6000 and 5000 series are more successful than 2000 or 7000 series.

 

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After aluminum is Bright Dipped, it can be anodized clear or dyed to a variety of colors. At this point, the anodized aluminum is not only bright, but also protected from corrosion, scratching, and fading by the anodizing process. Common products acquiring this bright dipped anodized surface include decorative trims, light frames, shower doors, carpet molding, and reflectors. Pioneer Metal Finishing can help you create custom cosmetic designs.

 

To view Poineer Metal's selection of dye colors, click on the Dye Colors PDF in the resource section to the right. To learn more about related services go to the Pioneer Metal Fx™ section.


PIONEER METAL FINISHING'S SOLUTIONS CENTER - OUR RESOURCES HELPING YOU GET THE JOB DONE

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Doing business with Pioneer should be simple. Having access to important project information is one of Pioneerʼs convenient business solutions offered through our new Customer Center.

The Customer Center allows users to easily access quotes, orders, invoices, packing slips and certifications 24 hours a day. Reprint these critical documents, stored in Pioneerʼs customer portal for up to six months, or search by date or document number and receive your information in seconds.

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Quoting Your Project

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Click on the "Request a Quote" link and it will take you to a form you can fill out to help us understand your needs and the scope of your project. You will be contacted by a specialist once your quote has been reviewed.

With 8 divisions strategically located throughout the U.S., we are poised to engineer cutting edge finishing solutions for needs both large and small. If your project does not fall within the scope of standard finishing services, ask our specialists about a custom solution.

To contact a finishing specialist click on the "Contact a Specialist" link on the right side of the Knowledge Base.

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Our specialist strive to create value through efficient communication.

Click on the "contact a specialist" link to the right and you will be taken to a simple form to fill out your inquiry. A specialist will contact you when your inquiry has been reviewed.

Our mission is to create value for our customers by providing the highest quality products and services in the metal finishing industry. Our success will be measured by the relationships we build with our customers.

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Finishing Services Overview PDF’s

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For your convenience we have created a PDF for each of our Finishing Services. We know choosing the correct vendor is not an instant process. At Pioneer we understand this process and want our information to be easily accessible to you and your team.

These PDF’s will give you an overview of each service. If you want more in depth information, please click on the links above for a full offering of information and resources.

To contact a specialist click on the link on the right side of the Solutions Center.

Portfolio in Brief

Great Customers. Brilliant Solutions.

Click on the "Portfolio PDF" link to download a sampling of our work or click on the "Portfolio Presentation" link to view a short video.

With 7 divisions strategically located throughout the U.S., we are poised to engineer cutting edge finishing solutions for needs both large and small. The projects shown do not reflect our full finishing capabilities.

To see a full listing of all our finishing capabilities click on "Specialized Services" in the main navigation link located in the header of the website.

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Alloy Specifications

Wrought Alloys and Cast Alloys

These PDF's provide specifications for wrought and cast alloys.

The information available in these PDF's are Alloy Series, Major Alloying Constituents, Common Alloys in Series, Recommended Maximum Thickness for Hard Anodize, and General Comments for Alloy Series.

If you need further assistance with alloy specifications please contact one of our specialist by clicking on the "contact a specialist" link on the right side of the Solutions Center.

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Technical Bulletins

In-depth information that keeps you “in the know” about our services

In this section of the Knowledge Base you will find technical bulletins on our findings/research on specific services.

Established as an industry leader, Pioneer strives to make available the most recent and in depth information on our finishing processes and finishing services

We are constantly looking for ways to improve current finishes that will help our customers achieve their Time to Market goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your quick reference guide to Pioneer’s 1st class finishing services.

To the right you will find the FAQ PDF. This handy guide contains answers to some of the most common questions about Pioneer’s finishing services.

At Pioneer Metal we are all about making sure you have the resources you need for your projects. Let us help you get the job done.

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Transportation

Finishing the job - going the distance

Have a question about our transportation schedule? Download our current schedule to arrange a delivery or pick-up.

Need a quote? Click the "submit a quote" link and a transportation specialist will respond with questions or pricing promptly.

We are here to help you achieve your Time to Market goals. Whatever your transportation needs, PMF Transportation can deliver.

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Locations

Manufacturing locations nationwide

In this section you will find PDF's for each of our divisions. Each PDF highlights specifics on processes, capabilities, certifications, and contact information.

With 8 divisions strategically located throughout the U.S., we are poised to engineer cutting edge finishing solutions for needs both large and small.

There is no question as to why Pioneer is America's leading metal finisher!

Associations

Committed to improving the metal finishing industry.

In this section you will find a PDF for each of the major associations we are involved with and a brief overview of their mission.

Pioneer is proud to share the associations we are involved with. We are committed to involvement in our industry and the ongoing improvement of services we offer.

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SOLUTIONS CENTER

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How can it help me?

Pioneer Metal Finishing's Solutions Center gives you multiple ways to view critical information about our services, divisions, and team specialists. All information is presented in a viewable, printable, or downloadable format.

Our goal was to develop a solutions center that would allow quick access to all the necessary information to help you complete your project.

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