Hard chromium and cadmium coatings have been used extensively to provide corrosion protection for military platforms and components. Repair technologies usually involve electrochemical plating and employ hazardous and toxic chemicals. In this technical session we will explore alternative technologies that will reduce the use and exposure to these materials while maintaining performance.

Session Chair: Mr. Ruben Prado, NAVAIR, FRCSE, ruben.prado@navy.mil

Research and Development of Alternative Technology for Heavy Metals Reduction

Mr. Jack Benfer, U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE)

A Strategy for Reduction of Hexavalent Chromium and Cadmium at Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD)

Mr. Mark Feathers, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM)

Magnesium Surface Protection for Overhaul and Repair Process 

Mr. William Elmquist, Technology Applications Group

Roadmap for Organic Coating Removal and Innovative Technology Initiatives

Mr. Joseph SantaMaria, U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE)Mr. Jesse Holdaway, U.S. Air Force

Update to Electro-Deposit (Ecoat) Technology

Ms. Robin Pfeffer, PPG Industries, Inc.

Enhanced Trivalent Chromium Pre-treatment (eTCP) Coatings for Light Metals

Mr. Peter Sheridan, U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE)